Job summary
Dental Nurse band 4 position
Maxillofacial and Orthodontics
Ashford and St. Peter's NHS Foundation Trust An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Dental Nurse to join our specialist team within the Maxillofacial & Orthodontic department.
This is a full time/part time considered post, working across both sites.
We are looking for a highly motivated flexible person who can demonstrate a dedication to quality care and provide high standards of nursing.
Applicants should hold:
A Certificate in Dental Nursing (NEBDN). GDC Registration and some experience of surgical extractions or Orthodontics.
Our department of RDN's provide care and support to patients undergoing Maxillofacial/Oral and Orthodontic procedures in a busy Outpatient setting.
For more information regarding this position please contact Gail Rigby, Nurse Team Manager on 01784 884010 gailrigby@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
The post holder will
- Support Senior Dental Nurses
- Provide specialist nursing care to all patients attending the Maxillofacial & Orthodontic Department.
To prepare, organise and maintain high standards of patient care in the clinical environment in collaboration with the clinical team.
About us
Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond.
Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey.
We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at ASPH. We are committed to providing continuous professional development, staff benefits and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.
This is an exciting time to join our Trust, as we work on the expansion of our theatres at Ashford Hospital and move towards this becoming our dedicated elective centre. We want to create a state-of-the-art centre for excellence for planned surgical procedures; with care delivered by dedicated, specialist teams in a modern and well-equipped environment.
We hope to use this centre to create an environment of learning and to facilitate training of the next generation of our skilled NHS workforce. Our plans are ambitious - why not, come and be a part of our journey.
Adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
- Assist the Senior Dental Nurses on clinic.
- To provide specialist nursing care to patients undergoing Orthodontic treatment, knowledge of fixed and removable appliances required.
- To provide specialist nursing care to Oral and Maxilllofacial Surgery patients requiring surgery and trauma patients referred from A & E and Walk in Centres.
- Provide nursing care for all patients attending new and review clinics, working closely with the clinical team.
- Advice to patients post procedure and prior to their discharge from clinic.
- Undertake care and supervision for patients with medically compromised conditions and physical needs.
- To be responsible for the preparation of all clinical areas. Preparation is essential for the effective running of treatment clinics; ensures continuous patient care during the patient episode.
- To ensure all surgical/orthodontic instruments are correctly sent for decontamination, complying with local traceable sterilisation procedures.
- To undertake the care, maintenance and cleaning of equipment in the clinical areas in line with the Trusts infection control policy.
- To nurse effectively and safety during procedures maintaining the personal protective equipment policy.
Communication
- Be an active member of the departmental team to facilitate effective running of clinics.
- Liaise with other staff and disciplines.
- Respect confidentiality of all information pertaining to the patients and their families.
- Promote good communication and interpersonal relationships.
- Participate in the promotion and maintenance of effective communication with the patients and carers.
General responsibilities/Other Duties
- Ensure safe storage and administration of medicines, in accordance with the Trust policy and practice.
- Report and record any incidents and complaints according to trust policy.
- Check that clinic notes are readily available with all relevant documentation.
Professional/Personal Responsibility
- Have the required level of knowledge of area of speciality and can apply that knowledge.
- Demonstrates experience in maintaining personal and professional development to keep knowledge and skills up to date.
- Be willing to undertake any necessary training.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
- Assist the Senior Dental Nurses on clinic.
- To provide specialist nursing care to patients undergoing Orthodontic treatment, knowledge of fixed and removable appliances required.
- To provide specialist nursing care to Oral and Maxilllofacial Surgery patients requiring surgery and trauma patients referred from A & E and Walk in Centres.
- Provide nursing care for all patients attending new and review clinics, working closely with the clinical team.
- Advice to patients post procedure and prior to their discharge from clinic.
- Undertake care and supervision for patients with medically compromised conditions and physical needs.
- To be responsible for the preparation of all clinical areas. Preparation is essential for the effective running of treatment clinics; ensures continuous patient care during the patient episode.
- To ensure all surgical/orthodontic instruments are correctly sent for decontamination, complying with local traceable sterilisation procedures.
- To undertake the care, maintenance and cleaning of equipment in the clinical areas in line with the Trusts infection control policy.
- To nurse effectively and safety during procedures maintaining the personal protective equipment policy.
Communication
- Be an active member of the departmental team to facilitate effective running of clinics.
- Liaise with other staff and disciplines.
- Respect confidentiality of all information pertaining to the patients and their families.
- Promote good communication and interpersonal relationships.
- Participate in the promotion and maintenance of effective communication with the patients and carers.
General responsibilities/Other Duties
- Ensure safe storage and administration of medicines, in accordance with the Trust policy and practice.
- Report and record any incidents and complaints according to trust policy.
- Check that clinic notes are readily available with all relevant documentation.
Professional/Personal Responsibility
- Have the required level of knowledge of area of speciality and can apply that knowledge.
- Demonstrates experience in maintaining personal and professional development to keep knowledge and skills up to date.
- Be willing to undertake any necessary training.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Certificate in Dental Nursing (NEBDN) or Level 3 NVQ Dental Nursing
- Registered with the GDC
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a Dental Nurse ( Post certificate )
- Some surgical and/or Orthodontic experience
Desirable
- 3 years post certificate experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the Trusts Vision, Values, Strategic Objectives and Key Work Programmes
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Computer skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Certificate in Dental Nursing (NEBDN) or Level 3 NVQ Dental Nursing
- Registered with the GDC
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a Dental Nurse ( Post certificate )
- Some surgical and/or Orthodontic experience
Desirable
- 3 years post certificate experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the Trusts Vision, Values, Strategic Objectives and Key Work Programmes
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Computer skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
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Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
