Job summary
INTERNAL ADVERT
This advert is only open to applicants who are
currently employed by County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust.
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
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
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For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.
From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have a minimum of two years
of experience working within the NHS as a HCA for the Trust to consider
sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and
have a current visa expiring within 3 months)
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Qualifications
Essential
- NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing.
- 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
- Minimum of 4 GCSE's
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registration of Dental Nurses
Experience
Essential
- Relevant chairside experience
Desirable
- Knowledge of computers
- Knowledge of SystmOne
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
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
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing.
- 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
- Minimum of 4 GCSE's
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registration of Dental Nurses
Experience
Essential
- Relevant chairside experience
Desirable
- Knowledge of computers
- Knowledge of SystmOne
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
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
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).
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Chester Le Street Community Hospital
Front Street
Chester Le Street
County Durham
DH3 3AT
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
