Dental Nurse

Dental nurses are required to work as part of a dental team to assist in the delivery of dental care services to patients. Most particularly by providing support and assistance to the dentist - Be friendly and patient focused

• Keep the clinical areas and all equipment and instruments clean, tidy and sterile as appropriate according to the practice’s health and safety and infection control procedures and manufacturers' instructions
• Use all equipment and machinery in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations and ensure that they are maintained regularly and in good working order
• To advise the Practice Manager of any faulty or poorly functioning equipment so that action may be taken to remedy any defects
• Provide chairside assistance, ensuring that the correct equipment is available
• Ensure the care and welfare of patients
• To keep accurate records and ensure the recording methods are used in line with practice policy and current medico-legal guidelines.
• Handle all substances in accordance with health and safety policies
• Be familiar and comply with all health and safety rules and guidance, including PPE, COSHH, mercury handling, infection control, waste disposal, fire drill etc..
• Develop and file radiographs and change radiographic solutions as directed
• To make certain that an efficient link with the dental laboratories is upheld to prevent delays in the dispatch and receipt of work
• Ensure adequate stocks of materials and other items within the surgery
• Order new stock supplies as necessary
• Ensure computer/written records are accurately maintained and securely stored
• Liaise with reception to ensure smooth patient communications and transfer of records
• To maintain patient confidentiality.
• Attend and participate in practice meetings
• Other duties as necessary for the efficient operation of the practice to ensure that patients receive a high quality of patient care. To be flexible with your Duties to ensure the smooth running of the practice. ( including the duties and tasks of receptionist as required)
• Undergo training as may be required to develop skills and abilities. To maintain and increase competence in nursing skills by actively following a programme of CPD.
• Attend refresher and update training for medical emergencies and CPR on an annual basis
• Act in accordance with the practice rules and code of conduct