Job summary
We are looking for a Band 4 Dental Nurse to work in our Oral Surgery specialist clinic, based in our Outpatients Department at West Middlesex University hospital, for 3 days a week (Tuesday 0830-1700) Wednesday (0830-1700) and Thursday (0900-1700).
We are a very busy department that functions Monday to Friday 0830 to 1700 and we require caring, self-motivated and confident staff to support the service. Applicants must be a Registered Dental nurse with experience of caring for patients within this speciality.
The post will facilitate an opportunity to apply existing knowledge and skills and develop these further by caring for patients with varied oral conditions.
An essential requirement to this post is the ability to communicate effectively within a multi disciplinary team and with a diverse local population. We aim to continually improve the patient experience throughout our Outpatients Department and can only do this if, staff communicate appropriately with all patients, carers and visitors.
If you would like further information, please contact Dinah Laryea, Senior Sister, on 0208 321 5628 and Deborah Arkaifie on 0208 321 5875.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for delivering high standards of patient care within the Oral Surgery Department and providing services in accordance with the Trusts values and behaviours to support the nursing team in delivery patient care which is safe and effective.
To perform clinical and chairside duties.
- To maintain high standards of patient care and ensure patient dignity and To assist in the correct labelling and dispatch of tissue sections and mediums for specimens to appropriate laboratories.
- Participate under the direction and supervision of OPD Senior nursing staff and medical staff
- To take part in the programme of care and maintenance of equipment; keeping records of all servicing and maintenance, with support/guidance of the Senior Dental nurse
- To participate in the disinfection, sterilisation of equipment as required.
- To prepare trolleys for minor oral surgical procedures.
- To assist in minor oral surgery procedures to include monitoring and aftercare of patients.
- To deputise as required in the organising and assisting of joint clinics.
- To adhere to departmental and Trust policies on infection control, radiography and Health & Safety
- Participate under the direction and supervision of senior nursing staff and medical staff in the education of patients and their families / carers regarding aspects of their care
About us
Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.
We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.
We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.
If you haven't heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probation. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
Job description
Job responsibilities
COMMUNICATION
- To act at all times in a courteous and helpful manner to patients and their families, colleagues and all visitors to the hospital.
- To ensure the patients confidentiality is maintained at all times.
- To complete appropriate documentation and report, verbally, relevant information of work undertaken, to the Senior Dental nurse.
- Maintain effective, accurate communication and dissemination of information to all staff, patients and visitors.
- Give information to patients; including helping resolve their queries with colleagues and other health care professionals as appropriate
- Give information and written advice to patients regarding health promotion
- Communicate with other members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure patients receive prompt, effective care and treatment.
- Maintain accurate written records of all procedures in the designated clinical area.
PERSONAL AND PEOPLE DEVELOPMENT
- Attend and keep a record of Trust statutory and mandatory training
- Attend annual PDRs/appraisals and identify own training and development needs with the Senior dental nurse
- Keep up to date with clinical developments
- Participate in the welcome and orientation of visitors to the outpatients department, for example, Student nurses, temporary nurses and visiting medical staff.
- Participate in the induction of new and bank staff to the Outpatients Department and sign the relevant competency form.
- Participate in the training and supervision of Student dental nurses, temporary nurses, if required.
HEALTH SAFETY AND SECURITY
- Ensure the safety of patients at all times.
SERVICE IMPROVEMENT
- To participate in the development and improvement of the Oral Surgery Department within the Outpatients Department.
QUALITY
- To bring to the attention of the Senior Dental nurse any aspects of the work in the clinics that impact on the quality of service, including care of patients information/data
- Respond to incidents and complaints as they arise and report to the Senior Dental nurse.
- Contribute to the Outpatients clinical and non-clinical risk management by documenting incidents and near misses, using trust incident reporting system called Datix.
- Maintain a tidy, clean and safe environment. Follow hospital guidelines and policies with regards to infection control and health & safety. Ensuring equipment is cleaned and stored correctly and adhere to infection control policy. Keeping up to date on West Middlesex hospitals policies and procedures using the intranet.
EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY
- Promote peoples equality, diversity and rights with regard for their customs, values and beliefs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
COMMUNICATION
- To act at all times in a courteous and helpful manner to patients and their families, colleagues and all visitors to the hospital.
- To ensure the patients confidentiality is maintained at all times.
- To complete appropriate documentation and report, verbally, relevant information of work undertaken, to the Senior Dental nurse.
- Maintain effective, accurate communication and dissemination of information to all staff, patients and visitors.
- Give information to patients; including helping resolve their queries with colleagues and other health care professionals as appropriate
- Give information and written advice to patients regarding health promotion
- Communicate with other members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure patients receive prompt, effective care and treatment.
- Maintain accurate written records of all procedures in the designated clinical area.
PERSONAL AND PEOPLE DEVELOPMENT
- Attend and keep a record of Trust statutory and mandatory training
- Attend annual PDRs/appraisals and identify own training and development needs with the Senior dental nurse
- Keep up to date with clinical developments
- Participate in the welcome and orientation of visitors to the outpatients department, for example, Student nurses, temporary nurses and visiting medical staff.
- Participate in the induction of new and bank staff to the Outpatients Department and sign the relevant competency form.
- Participate in the training and supervision of Student dental nurses, temporary nurses, if required.
HEALTH SAFETY AND SECURITY
- Ensure the safety of patients at all times.
SERVICE IMPROVEMENT
- To participate in the development and improvement of the Oral Surgery Department within the Outpatients Department.
QUALITY
- To bring to the attention of the Senior Dental nurse any aspects of the work in the clinics that impact on the quality of service, including care of patients information/data
- Respond to incidents and complaints as they arise and report to the Senior Dental nurse.
- Contribute to the Outpatients clinical and non-clinical risk management by documenting incidents and near misses, using trust incident reporting system called Datix.
- Maintain a tidy, clean and safe environment. Follow hospital guidelines and policies with regards to infection control and health & safety. Ensuring equipment is cleaned and stored correctly and adhere to infection control policy. Keeping up to date on West Middlesex hospitals policies and procedures using the intranet.
EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY
- Promote peoples equality, diversity and rights with regard for their customs, values and beliefs.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Registered Dental Nurse Certificate
Desirable
- Certificate in dental x-rays
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience at post qualification level
- Previous experience working in an NHS or private dental health care environment
- Experience assisting with minor oral surgical procedures
Desirable
- Up to date knowledge of professional issues
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Effective and accurate communication skills
- Willing to undertake further training where identified
- Good organisation and prioritising skills
- Ability to work as a member of a team as well as the ability to use own initiative
- IT skills
Personal qualities
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Professional manner
- Adaptability and flexibility working in a team
- Desire to help and care for people
- Punctual
- Reliable and committed to duty
- Self-motivated
- Courteous and helpful
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Registered Dental Nurse Certificate
Desirable
- Certificate in dental x-rays
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience at post qualification level
- Previous experience working in an NHS or private dental health care environment
- Experience assisting with minor oral surgical procedures
Desirable
- Up to date knowledge of professional issues
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Effective and accurate communication skills
- Willing to undertake further training where identified
- Good organisation and prioritising skills
- Ability to work as a member of a team as well as the ability to use own initiative
- IT skills
Personal qualities
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Professional manner
- Adaptability and flexibility working in a team
- Desire to help and care for people
- Punctual
- Reliable and committed to duty
- Self-motivated
- Courteous and helpful
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).