Nicola Goodwin
Sheffield,South Yorkshire
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Dental Nurse with 18 years of extensive experience in chairside assistance, patient care and reception support across NHS and private practices. Proven ability to provide excellent patient care, maintain strict infection control standards and support clinicians efficiently during a wide range of treatments.
Having developed additional transferable skills through roles in childcare and management, I am now looking to return to dental nursing, where my passion and experience truly lie. I bring excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills, with a strong commitment to patient comfort, teamwork and delivering exceptional standards of care.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Early year educator
Busy Bees
Chesterfield, Derbyshire
2020.04 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness and safety within the nursery setting, contributing to a healthier environment for children.
- Promoted language development through storytelling sessions nurturing communication skills.
- Created engaging play scenarios to encourage imaginative thinking amongst children.
- Observed children's behaviours, providing important insights into their development stages.
- Supported special needs children individually enhancing inclusivity within the setting.
- Supported children's development with learning-through-play activities, aiding social, emotional and educational growth.
- Engaged children in stimulating learning-based activities and games.
Distribution manager
change
Chesterfield, Derbyshire
2012.02 - 2020.03
- Achieved higher efficiency in supply chain with optimised routing schedules.
- Reviewed and updated safety procedures regularly, ensuring a safer work environment.
- Facilitated effective communication across all departments for smoother workflow.
- Resolved logistical issues swiftly, minimising downtime and disruption to services.
- Developed robust distribution strategies to meet business objectives.
- Directed daily operations to achieve maximum output and reduce costs.
- Documented safety action plans, quality initiatives and team performance in distribution systems.
Dental nurse
Birley Moor Dental Care
Sheffield, south yorkshire
1987.02 - 2006.07
- Comforted anxious patients, leading to positive clinic experiences.
- Provided information to patients about good oral health care, boosting their understanding of preventive measures.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring meticulous documentation.
- Supported dentists during procedures, resulting in increased efficiency.
- Arranged appointments using online booking system.
- Explained dental procedures and reassured patients ahead of treatment.
Education
NEBDN -
Sheffield College
SheffieldCSEs -
Frecheville Comprehensive
Sheffield 2001.04 -
Skills
- Infection control practices
- Decontamination procedures
- Patient care and support
- Reception and scheduling tasks
- Administrative record keeping
- Effective communication skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Organisational time management
- Dental care knowledge
- Patient care
- Computer literate
Affiliations
- In my spare time, I enjoy dog walking, reading and writing, all of which reflect my calm, patient and caring nature. These interests help me maintain a positive mindset and strong attention to detail. I also take pride in keeping fit and healthy, as I value wellbeing, routine and self-discipline, which I believe are important qualities within a healthcare environment.
Certification
first aid stuff
Timeline
Early year educator
Busy Bees
2020.04 - Current
Distribution manager
change
2012.02 - 2020.03
CSEs -
Frecheville Comprehensive
2001.04 -
Dental nurse
Birley Moor Dental Care
1987.02 - 2006.07
NEBDN -
Sheffield College