Olivia Garley
Kettering,Northamptonshire
Summary
Caring and dedicated, always aiming to provide exceptional support and assistance in the dental practice. Proficient in mentoring trainee nurses for general and orthodontic procedures, ensuring smooth and professional operations.
Outgoing and approachable dental professional with excellent qualifications, communication skills and patient temperament. Eager to use training and education to help others achieve their academic goals. Ready to gain deeper understanding with hands-on experience.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work history
Qualified dental nurse
Kettering & Wellingborough Dental and Implant
Kettering, Northamptonshire
2022.02 - Current
- Experienced in nursing for general routine treatments, orthodontics, implants, sinus lifts, bone grafts, gingival grafts, laser gum removal, cosmetic treatments e.g. Composite veneers and facial aesthetics.
- Orthodontic Lead- I have 3 Years experience in being the orthodontic lead across both of our Kettering and Wellingborough branches.
- I mentor the trainee nurses who want to onboard the ortho team.
- Experienced in nursing for fixed metal, ceramic, lingual braces and Invisalign.
- It is my role to order all orthodontic stock and attend regualr 1-1 meetings with reps.
- Lead orthodontic consultations including taking all clinical photographs, intra oral scanning, explaining treatment plans in depth a well as providing a detailed handover to our patient co ordinator to allow for best patient flow.
- Confident in using an Itero scanner and using this for patient education when explaining treatment plans.
- Trained in both reception and nursing duties.
- Regularly complete audits and other admin tasks.
- Offered post-operative instructions under dentist's supervision, enhancing patient recovery process.
- Undergone regular BLS and ILS training.
- Completed all relevant CPD.
Dental nurse
Northfield, Rodericks
Kettering, Northamptonshire
2021.10 - 2022.02
- Assisted in general nursing procedures.
- Gained experience in working for the NHS.
- Developed excellent time management skills due to constantly working on a tight schedule.
- Adapted to always working with different Clinicians.
Customer sales assistant
D & Js Discount Store
Kettering, Northamptonshire
2020.11 - 2021.10
- Oriented new staff members, fostering a supportive team atmosphere.
- Maintained shop floor cleanliness for an inviting shopping environment.
- Performed accurate inventory checks for continual stock availability.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations within the retail environment.
- Prioritised tasks effectively in fast-paced retail settings.
- Built relationships with customers through friendly interaction and assistance.
Education
National Diploma - Dental Nursing
NEBDN
United KingdomGCSEs -
Kettering Buccluegh Academy
KetteringBasic Life Support -
Skill Set First Aid
United KingdomImmediate Life Support -
Skill Set First Aid
United KingdomOrthodontic Nursing -
Dental Training LTD
United KingdomSkills
- Patience and resilience
- Attention to Detail
- Compliance
- Familiar with Zoom
- Confident
- Passionate
Affiliations
- Gym
- Travel
- Cooking
Timeline
Qualified dental nurse
Kettering & Wellingborough Dental and Implant
2022.02 - Current
Dental nurse
Northfield, Rodericks
2021.10 - 2022.02
Customer sales assistant
D & Js Discount Store
2020.11 - 2021.10
National Diploma - Dental Nursing
NEBDN
GCSEs -
Kettering Buccluegh Academy
Basic Life Support -
Skill Set First Aid
Immediate Life Support -
Skill Set First Aid
Orthodontic Nursing -
Dental Training LTD