Trainee Dental nurse Review

My apprenticeship role is a trainee dental nurse and i am training with aspirations at the moment and my course is 18 months. I do all my college work either at home or in house at work however i do prefer it this way as i feel i can ask people at work if i get stuck on my work. my role at work involves assisting the dentist at all time while the patient is in the chair, i make sure the dentist has all tools he needs to preform treatment. i will also set up for different procedures that take place in our dental practice. my role is to also update patient notes with new charting and to keep the patient calm is they feel anxious at anytime, constant reassurance is key in a dental practice as many people are scared of the dentist. i will also take part in reception as part of my role to book in patients for their next appointment and take payments. i will also answer the phone and answer any questions that may be asked over the phone.

i have developed my social skills and my ability to interact with patients for example asking how their mornings been or asking if they want a drink while they wait. i have also developed my knowledge on dentistry skills and even my intellectual side of things like literacy and numeracy.

i enjoy my job ver much and wouldn’t change my career path, i find my job extremely interesting and every day im learning something new

my programme is very organised with booking my next lesson in every month, they are trying to get me through the course as i am 20% ahead of time.

my employer is always there when i need help or when i have a question or even if im stuck she will stop what she’s doing to help me. i appreciate her so much and wouldn’t wish for anyone else to be my manager.

i have my mentors number so if i’m stuck i can give her a message on whatsapp and she will respond. she will even respond on a sunday, she’s always there for me and answers my questions in full detail.

my learning process will help me achieve in my role. as i go along the course learning new things is helping me progress and become a better dental nurse and more efficient. being prepared and helpful will always make things go more smoothly.

yes i can take part extra courses for example radiograph course and implant course to develop my skills and knowledge.

Yes

i feel that if anyone was to ask me about my company i would give them full recommendation's as we all treat everyone with respect and dignity. we follow all British laws and make sure everyone feels comfortable in the dental chair.

i would advise to do your research and prove to the manager you’re done your research about the company and that you really want the job