Job summary
Working
as a Dental Nurse within a team to provide a high level of clinical care within
the Community Specialist Dental Service and support the Dental Officers in all
aspects of clinical practice.
Main duties of the job
To give support for patients specific to the Community Specialist
Dental Service, this will include patients with learning disabilities, Autism
and sensory issues, complex medical conditions, compromised mobility and severe
emotional or mental health problems.
Specialised duties for dental nurses within the service
include assisting in the provision of treatment with Relative Analgesia
Sedation and General Anaesthetic.
Routine administration and clerical organisation, including
the use of SystmOne for patient appointments and clinical rotas.
Reception of patients, preparing them for dental treatment
and supervision of patients until they leave the surgery.
Efficient preparation of the dental surgery and stock
control.
To be responsible for decontamination and following trust
policies and procedures at all times.
To be responsible for monitoring, care and safe use of
dental equipment.
Triaging daily referrals and analysis options available
which are most suited to the patients needs
To travel to different Community Dental sites
when necessary.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
From April 1 2024 we are unable to offer sponsorship for healthcare roles that do not meet the minimum salary, If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Reception of patients, preparing them for dental treatment
and supervision of the patient until they leave the department.
The efficient preparation of the surgery and stock control.
Knowledge of all dental procedures.
Assisting the dental officer in all clinical dental
procedures.
Processing and mounting of x-ray films.
Dealing with and providing support for emergency patients
and trauma cases.
To carry out oral hygiene instruction and diet advice in the
clinical setting, for patients with a diverse range of needs.
Dealing effectively with medically compromised and
emotionally disturbed patients. Patients with learning difficulties and
compromised mobility. Patients who could
be potentially violent.
To organize and carry out pre-operative checks including
blood pressure/INR/Glucose levels. (after appropriate training)
Assisting in the safe transfer of patients with compromised
mobility to and from the dental chair.
This can include the use of specialized equipment such as a hoist; slip
sheet, transfer board or Rota stand.
(after appropriate training)
Responsible for decontamination.
Frequent exposure to high risk working conditions, body
fluids, patients with infectious diseases. Dealing with potentially harmful
chemicals.
Responsible for monitoring, care and safe use of equipment.
To assist in dental screening programs.
To take part in dental training programs and other training
as appropriate.
To ensure all mandatory essential training is carried out.
To ensure all Health and Safety responsibilities are carried
out in line with the Trust requirements.
Sedation and General Anaesthetic
To assist the clinician during conscious sedation, including
relative analgesia sedation. (If you do not hold a Certificate in Conscious Sedation,
training and qualification will be required)
Monitoring of gases and changing cylinders where
appropriate.
Routine daily checks and regular maintenance of the sedation
equipment.
Liaising with the Day Surgery Team to arrange pre-operative
assessments
To work with the theatre team, assisting the surgeon
throughout the dental procedures
Recording patient data and ensuring holistic care of
patients during pre and post- operative periods.
Organizing patient beds and patient records as appropriate.
Clinical Governance
Actively involved in Clinical Governance within the Trust,
and following policies and protocols to improve service provision.
Involvement in Clinical Audit, both regionally and
nationally.
Dental Screening
Assist the clinician during dental screenings and
epidemiology surveys, ensuring all paperwork is prepared and completed.
National Dental Survey is carried out annually. Staff will be calibrated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Reception of patients, preparing them for dental treatment
and supervision of the patient until they leave the department.
The efficient preparation of the surgery and stock control.
Knowledge of all dental procedures.
Assisting the dental officer in all clinical dental
procedures.
Processing and mounting of x-ray films.
Dealing with and providing support for emergency patients
and trauma cases.
To carry out oral hygiene instruction and diet advice in the
clinical setting, for patients with a diverse range of needs.
Dealing effectively with medically compromised and
emotionally disturbed patients. Patients with learning difficulties and
compromised mobility. Patients who could
be potentially violent.
To organize and carry out pre-operative checks including
blood pressure/INR/Glucose levels. (after appropriate training)
Assisting in the safe transfer of patients with compromised
mobility to and from the dental chair.
This can include the use of specialized equipment such as a hoist; slip
sheet, transfer board or Rota stand.
(after appropriate training)
Responsible for decontamination.
Frequent exposure to high risk working conditions, body
fluids, patients with infectious diseases. Dealing with potentially harmful
chemicals.
Responsible for monitoring, care and safe use of equipment.
To assist in dental screening programs.
To take part in dental training programs and other training
as appropriate.
To ensure all mandatory essential training is carried out.
To ensure all Health and Safety responsibilities are carried
out in line with the Trust requirements.
Sedation and General Anaesthetic
To assist the clinician during conscious sedation, including
relative analgesia sedation. (If you do not hold a Certificate in Conscious Sedation,
training and qualification will be required)
Monitoring of gases and changing cylinders where
appropriate.
Routine daily checks and regular maintenance of the sedation
equipment.
Liaising with the Day Surgery Team to arrange pre-operative
assessments
To work with the theatre team, assisting the surgeon
throughout the dental procedures
Recording patient data and ensuring holistic care of
patients during pre and post- operative periods.
Organizing patient beds and patient records as appropriate.
Clinical Governance
Actively involved in Clinical Governance within the Trust,
and following policies and protocols to improve service provision.
Involvement in Clinical Audit, both regionally and
nationally.
Dental Screening
Assist the clinician during dental screenings and
epidemiology surveys, ensuring all paperwork is prepared and completed.
National Dental Survey is carried out annually. Staff will be calibrated.
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Excellent communications skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. The ability to work independently and also as part of a team. Ability to travel independently
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registration of Dental Nurses
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of all dental procedures. Assisting the dental officer in all clinical dental procedures.
Desirable
- Dealing effectively with medically compromised and emotionally disturbed patients. Patients with learning difficulties, Autism and compromised mobility. Patients who could be potentially violent
Qualifications
Essential
- NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing NEBDN. Minimum of 4 GCSEs. Verifiable Professional Development Hours
Desirable
- NEBDN Certificate in Conscious Sedation. Diploma in Dental Health Education. Certificate in Special Care Dental Nursing. Experience of assisting in General Anaesthetic. Experience of working in a Community Setting
Experience
Essential
- 2 years chairside experience
Desirable
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Excellent communications skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. The ability to work independently and also as part of a team. Ability to travel independently
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registration of Dental Nurses
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of all dental procedures. Assisting the dental officer in all clinical dental procedures.
Desirable
- Dealing effectively with medically compromised and emotionally disturbed patients. Patients with learning difficulties, Autism and compromised mobility. Patients who could be potentially violent
Qualifications
Essential
- NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing NEBDN. Minimum of 4 GCSEs. Verifiable Professional Development Hours
Desirable
- NEBDN Certificate in Conscious Sedation. Diploma in Dental Health Education. Certificate in Special Care Dental Nursing. Experience of assisting in General Anaesthetic. Experience of working in a Community Setting
Experience
Essential
- 2 years chairside experience
Desirable
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).
