Dental Nurse - Bank - Exeter, Newton Abbot, Barnstaple - Devon

Job overview

Dental Nurses play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality emergency dental care. Working collaboratively within a dedicated team, you will assists Dentists in providing patient-centred services, ensuring a smooth and professional experience under the ethos of "Putting Patients First." The role involves preparing and maintaining the dental surgery for each session, adhering to strict protocols to minimize risks from cross-infection, hazardous chemicals, or radiation. You will also support administrative tasks, working alongside the dentist and receptionist to manage records and schedules effectively, whether manually or through computerised systems. This position requires a strong commitment to patient safety and care, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to maintain high standards of hygiene and compliance. You will contribute to creating a safe, efficient, and welcoming environment for both patients and the team.

Main duties of the job

This role is essential in delivering emergency dental care, supporting dentists in treatments, and ensuring the surgery is prepared, clean, and compliant with strict infection control and health and safety protocols. You will maintain accurate records, handle administrative tasks like stock management, and assist with patient charges, ensuring confidentiality and adherence to legal and organizational standards. Collaboration and professionalism are key, with the nurse working closely with colleagues to provide seamless patient care. They follow health and safety procedures, participate in mandatory training, and stay informed on best practices to maintain a safe and efficient environment. Upholding a professional image, you will adhere to organisational and regulatory guidelines, including the NHS Code of Conduct and CQC requirements. Their commitment to safety, compliance, and patient-centred care ensures high-quality service delivery. If you are passionate about patient safety, clinical excellence, professional growth and making a real difference in healthcare – we would love to hear from you.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

This role requires a current professional GDC registration. For full details of the job description and person specification, please see the attached document.

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.