Band 5 Senior Dental Nurse (NHS AfC: Band 5) - Senior dental nurse - Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust
Posted 1 day 10 hours ago by Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust
Permanent
Not Specified
Laboratory Jobs
West Midlands, United Kingdom
Job Description
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Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust provides integrated acute and community Healthcare in the West Midlands serving a population of 260,000 residents. Walsall Manor Hospital houses the full range of district general hospital services. The £170 million development was completed in 2010 and we are continually upgrading. Construction of the new integrated critical care unit was completed in 2018, extension of a Neonatal Unit and an approved plan to build a brand new, state of the art Emergency Department which commenced in 2021.
We provide high quality, friendly and effective community health services from multiple sites covering Walsall. Our multidisciplinary services include rapid response and home-based care, so that those with long term conditions and the frail elderly can remain in their own homes.
We are recommended by colleagues as a place to work which is supported by the trusts values to work as part of a team, being respectful, compassionate and professional. We are committed to investing in our workforce.
Following our recent CQC visit the Trust was rated as outstanding for care and this has been recognised by NHS Improvement.
The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including: salary sacrifice scheme; car leasing scheme; on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability); the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme; and the opportunity to develop and implement your expertise in an encouraging yet challenging environment.
We would particularly welcome applications from people from a Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic background and from people with a disability; these groups are currently under-represented at senior level, we value diversity within our Trust and are working to achieve equality in our recruitment.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment at this time, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters so that we can manage individual and environmental risks, and so that we can support those who may be undecided about vaccination.
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust is proud to be part of the Armed Forces Covenant. The Trust currently holds the Bronze Award which underlines the Trust's commitment to supporting the Armed Forces Community. As an organisation, we are aiming to achieve the next level Silver award, with our sights firmly on Gold.
RESPECT - COMPASSION - TEAMWORK - PROFESSIONALISM
Job overview The post holder will be required to work in the Specialist clinical disciplines of Orthodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial surgery, and ENT.
To organise the efficient running of new patient and review clinics in Orthodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial surgery and assist in ENT Outpatients.
To provide chair side nursing assistance in Orthodontic operative procedures, assist surgeons in Oral and Maxillofacial minor oral surgery operations, and assist in prosthetic and dental procedures in the fields of Orthodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial surgery, including rehabilitation prosthetics following cancer surgery.
During surgery the Dental Nurse will assist surgeons with specialised procedures, preparing and decontaminating instruments, handling fine tools, providing patients with pre- and post-operative care.
To supervise trainee and unqualified staff as required in the department.
To work within codes of practice and professional guidelines.
To be accountable for own professional actions under General Dental Council guidelines.
To ensure effective contribution to the delivery of the organisation's objectives.
Main duties of the job Key Working Relationships
Consultant Surgeons
Consultant Oncologists
Specialist Registrars
Trust Fellows
Clinical Assistants
Senior House Officers
Dental Therapist/Hygienist
Head and Neck Clinical Nurse Specialist
Macmillan Speech Therapists
Dietician
Associated Nursing Team
Clinical Responsibilities
The dental nurse will assist the surgeon with specialised programmes of care i.e. surgical and non-surgical interventions.
The dental nurse will be responsible for preparing the clinic and the necessary instrumentation for specialised procedures without direct supervision.
The dental nurse will also be responsible for:
A new Urgent Emergency Care Centre was opened in March 2023. The two-storey development has significantly improved emergency care facilities and capacity and has provided almost 5,000 square metres of additional clinical space.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities Administrative Responsibilities
Preparation of daily clinics by providing the necessary instrumentation, materials, equipment, pathology reports, laboratory work, radiographs, and scans to ensure that a seamless service is provided to the patient.
To maintain records within clinics. Collating, filing and storage of patient study model boxes and patient photographs.
Completion of clinic coding for the department and the Trust.
Giving clinical advice regarding patient enquiries in person and by telephone.
Write and develop local clinical practices and procedures for Maxillofacial and Orthodontics. To participate in the development of information leaflets for the department.
Co-ordinate packages of care for patients with departmental technical staff.
To monitor and maintain stock levels within the department and liaise with the senior sister outpatients Manager for authorisation.
Technical Responsibilities
To comply with local, trust and national policies and procedures.
To disassemble and clean specialised dental units.
To be able perform basic maintenance and simple fault finding on specialist equipment.
Research and Development Responsibilities
Participates in departmental audit as necessary relevant to own work. E.G hand washing etc.
Attending courses and conferences for the purposes of personal development.
Communication and Relationships
Liaise with a wide range of specialities outside of the Trust including Medical and Dental practitioners other Trusts and Agencies, for patient treatments/appointments etc.
Communication with patients and carers who may have barriers to understanding e.g. children, learning disabilities, chaperoned prisoners, dental phobic patients, patients in pain and distress and patients where English is not a first language.
To enhance the patient's experience during their care and treatment within the clinical setting.
Physical, Mental and Emotional Demands
The post holder can be subject to emotional and stressful situations in offering support to patients and their relatives with the following:
Reassuring and providing simple care instructions following a range of complex clinical procedures.
Support anxious or upset patients or carers.
Offering support to nervous or confused patients. Offering support to children and teenagers.
Offering support to patients with congenital facial deformities and disfigurements following trauma injuries or facial surgery.
Dealing with people who are verbally aggressive.
Mental demands
Handling and passing very small components during specialist procedures.
Working with speed, accuracy, and dexterity.
Multi-tasking during high levels of clinical activity.
Changing priorities quickly and effectively to deal with urgent situations.
Education . click apply for full job details
Why not try our Jobs-by-Email service to be sent alerts about new vacancies as they are advertised? Our recruitment system also helps you manage the progress of your application including saving your draft applications, in addition to managing your interviews, and ID/DBS check appointments.
Should you have any queries for the resourcing team, they are available from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. To get in touch please call .
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust provides integrated acute and community Healthcare in the West Midlands serving a population of 260,000 residents. Walsall Manor Hospital houses the full range of district general hospital services. The £170 million development was completed in 2010 and we are continually upgrading. Construction of the new integrated critical care unit was completed in 2018, extension of a Neonatal Unit and an approved plan to build a brand new, state of the art Emergency Department which commenced in 2021.
We provide high quality, friendly and effective community health services from multiple sites covering Walsall. Our multidisciplinary services include rapid response and home-based care, so that those with long term conditions and the frail elderly can remain in their own homes.
We are recommended by colleagues as a place to work which is supported by the trusts values to work as part of a team, being respectful, compassionate and professional. We are committed to investing in our workforce.
Following our recent CQC visit the Trust was rated as outstanding for care and this has been recognised by NHS Improvement.
The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including: salary sacrifice scheme; car leasing scheme; on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability); the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme; and the opportunity to develop and implement your expertise in an encouraging yet challenging environment.
We would particularly welcome applications from people from a Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic background and from people with a disability; these groups are currently under-represented at senior level, we value diversity within our Trust and are working to achieve equality in our recruitment.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment at this time, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters so that we can manage individual and environmental risks, and so that we can support those who may be undecided about vaccination.
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust is proud to be part of the Armed Forces Covenant. The Trust currently holds the Bronze Award which underlines the Trust's commitment to supporting the Armed Forces Community. As an organisation, we are aiming to achieve the next level Silver award, with our sights firmly on Gold.
RESPECT - COMPASSION - TEAMWORK - PROFESSIONALISM
Job overview The post holder will be required to work in the Specialist clinical disciplines of Orthodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial surgery, and ENT.
To organise the efficient running of new patient and review clinics in Orthodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial surgery and assist in ENT Outpatients.
To provide chair side nursing assistance in Orthodontic operative procedures, assist surgeons in Oral and Maxillofacial minor oral surgery operations, and assist in prosthetic and dental procedures in the fields of Orthodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial surgery, including rehabilitation prosthetics following cancer surgery.
During surgery the Dental Nurse will assist surgeons with specialised procedures, preparing and decontaminating instruments, handling fine tools, providing patients with pre- and post-operative care.
To supervise trainee and unqualified staff as required in the department.
To work within codes of practice and professional guidelines.
To be accountable for own professional actions under General Dental Council guidelines.
To ensure effective contribution to the delivery of the organisation's objectives.
Main duties of the job Key Working Relationships
Consultant Surgeons
Consultant Oncologists
Specialist Registrars
Trust Fellows
Clinical Assistants
Senior House Officers
Dental Therapist/Hygienist
Head and Neck Clinical Nurse Specialist
Macmillan Speech Therapists
Dietician
Associated Nursing Team
Clinical Responsibilities
The dental nurse will assist the surgeon with specialised programmes of care i.e. surgical and non-surgical interventions.
The dental nurse will be responsible for preparing the clinic and the necessary instrumentation for specialised procedures without direct supervision.
The dental nurse will also be responsible for:
- Requesting necessary laboratory tests as per clinical protocol.
- Providing patient information and advice for their specific clinical procedure.
- Application of prescribed dressings by clinician.
- Preparation of intra- and extra-oral dressing packs. e.g. White head's varnish wick; Coe-pak.
- Preparation silicone impression material for obturator patients.
- Instructing Oral hygiene and dietary advice to patients and carers.
- To undertake daily duties without direct supervision with Registered General Nurse available for advice as necessary.
- Freedom to organise own workload within the confines of allocated routine daily clinic schedules.
- To anticipate events during patient's treatments and prepare instruments and materials as appropriate and to ensure safe and effective clinical practice.
A new Urgent Emergency Care Centre was opened in March 2023. The two-storey development has significantly improved emergency care facilities and capacity and has provided almost 5,000 square metres of additional clinical space.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities Administrative Responsibilities
Preparation of daily clinics by providing the necessary instrumentation, materials, equipment, pathology reports, laboratory work, radiographs, and scans to ensure that a seamless service is provided to the patient.
To maintain records within clinics. Collating, filing and storage of patient study model boxes and patient photographs.
Completion of clinic coding for the department and the Trust.
Giving clinical advice regarding patient enquiries in person and by telephone.
Write and develop local clinical practices and procedures for Maxillofacial and Orthodontics. To participate in the development of information leaflets for the department.
Co-ordinate packages of care for patients with departmental technical staff.
To monitor and maintain stock levels within the department and liaise with the senior sister outpatients Manager for authorisation.
Technical Responsibilities
To comply with local, trust and national policies and procedures.
To disassemble and clean specialised dental units.
To be able perform basic maintenance and simple fault finding on specialist equipment.
Research and Development Responsibilities
Participates in departmental audit as necessary relevant to own work. E.G hand washing etc.
Attending courses and conferences for the purposes of personal development.
Communication and Relationships
Liaise with a wide range of specialities outside of the Trust including Medical and Dental practitioners other Trusts and Agencies, for patient treatments/appointments etc.
Communication with patients and carers who may have barriers to understanding e.g. children, learning disabilities, chaperoned prisoners, dental phobic patients, patients in pain and distress and patients where English is not a first language.
To enhance the patient's experience during their care and treatment within the clinical setting.
Physical, Mental and Emotional Demands
The post holder can be subject to emotional and stressful situations in offering support to patients and their relatives with the following:
Reassuring and providing simple care instructions following a range of complex clinical procedures.
Support anxious or upset patients or carers.
Offering support to nervous or confused patients. Offering support to children and teenagers.
Offering support to patients with congenital facial deformities and disfigurements following trauma injuries or facial surgery.
Dealing with people who are verbally aggressive.
Mental demands
Handling and passing very small components during specialist procedures.
Working with speed, accuracy, and dexterity.
Multi-tasking during high levels of clinical activity.
Changing priorities quickly and effectively to deal with urgent situations.
Education . click apply for full job details