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Job Description
Senior Dental Nurse (Simulated Environment and Clinical)
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Dental Nurse to join our team at RCSI, a leading health sciences university in Ireland. The successful candidate will provide technical support in simulated and clinical patient treatment settings, ensuring the highest standards of patient care and safety.
About the Role
- Provide technical support in simulated and clinical patient treatment settings
- Manage the Simulated Dental Learning Environment (SDLE) and ensure all equipment is working correctly
- Conduct ongoing maintenance of all simulation equipment and associated instruments
- Interface with equipment manufacturers and other partners regarding equipment troubleshooting and system problems
- Track and log software licenses and maintenance contracts
- Perform routine checks and basic maintenance on the simulators
- Monitor and manage inventory of dental simulation supplies
- Ensure the appropriate consumables are available for all teaching/examination events
- Participate in the design, development, and production of simulation models
- Assist in the procurement processes relating to all equipment and supplies
- Ensure strict separation between simulation training equipment and clinical use equipment
- Day to day preparation and readiness of instruments and equipment
- Assist in practical teaching sessions, demonstrations, and clinical workshops for dental students
- Keep abreast of current trends and developments within the discipline
- Initiate liaison with relevant bodies and groups, both internal and external to the University
- Contribute positively to team working within the School and assist with team development
- Provide basic first aid assistance as required in the event of minor accidents
About RCSI
RCSI is a leading health sciences university in Ireland, with a strong heritage in dental education and training. We are committed to educating, nurturing, and discovering for the benefit of human health.
Requirements
- Hold a recognised Dental Nursing qualification
- Be registered with the Dental Council of Ireland as a Dental Nurse, or is eligible for registration as a Dental Nurse with the Dental Council in Ireland
- Must have had experience as a dental nurse or dental nurse manager in a primary care dental practice, hospital or teaching environment
- Appropriate leadership and management experience in a SDLE is highly desirable
- Excellent IT skills to include: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Be a team player with excellent interpersonal, communications, and problem-solving skills