Dental NurseNHS
Job summary
Providing support and assistance for the Foundation Dentists and Trainers in providing high quality dental care to patients, and be responsible for the effective, efficient preparation and maintenance of a multi-disciplinary dental clinic, maintaining a high level of cross infection control in all clinical areas.
oManage clinical time, including clinical appointments, prioritisation and management.oWhen not assisting in the surgeries nurses are expected to provide administrative support.oNurses are expected to be able to carry out their duties without direct supervision.oAdvice, triage and prioritise dental emergency patients to ensure they receive the most appropriate care, within the dental single point of access.
Main duties of the job
Planning and Designo Have individual responsibility for the preparation and organisation of the dental surgeries where clinical procedures will beundertaken and ensure compliance to LHB Health and Safety standards and ensuring a high standard of cleanliness within thedepartment.o Work independently and have accountability for one's own actions when delivering dental nursing care
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job description
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
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