Shola Richards
Sunderland,United Kingdom
Summary
Healthcare professional specialising in dental care assisting with patient management and providing chairside support during procedures with 3.5 years experience. Proficient in sterilizing instruments, maintaining patient records, and ensuring a clean, safe environment. Committed to delivering compassionate patient care while supporting the team in achieving high-quality service. Demonstrates strong communication skills to ensure patient comfort and understanding throughout treatment.
Compassionate individual with strong desire to contribute. I demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills, ensuring smooth interactions and efficient operations. Committed to enhancing patient care and delivering exceptional service.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Dental nurse
Silver & Charlton
Sunderland
2025.11 - Current
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring meticulous documentation.
- Provided information to patients about good oral health care, boosting their understanding of preventive measures.
- Facilitated patient comfort with empathetic chair-side manner.
- Upheld stringent infection control measures, promoting a safe environment.
- Collaborated with dental team for smooth clinic operations.
- Supported dentists during procedures, resulting in increased efficiency.
- Comforted anxious patients, leading to positive clinic experiences.
- Carried out varied chairside support procedures while keeping patients calm and comfortable.
- Provided excellent patient care from arrival to treatment completion.
Dental Nurse
My Dentist
Sunderland
2025.08 - 2025.11
- Handled team filing, data entry and recordkeeping.
- Followed experienced team members to learn basic and advanced job skills.
- Flexed with changing demands and requirements to consistently meet objectives.
- Interacted professional with guests, staff and general public.
- Met high-volume demands with enthusiasm and quality service and support.
- Accomplished tasks with enthusiasm and skills in time management.
Dental Nurse
Lynwood Dental Eden Villas
Sunderland
2023.03 - 2025.08
- Assisted dentists with various dental procedures, including fillings, extractions, and root canals, enhancing patient care.
- Performed reception duties, including updating patient records and booking appointments, maintaining respect and confidentiality.
- Sterilised and prepared instruments and equipment in accordance with strict hygiene protocols, maintaining a safe workspace.
- Disposed of hazardous and clinical waste in correct containers to minimise potential risk.
- Sterilised and disinfected instruments and working surfaces, following infection control procedures.
- Provided chairside assistance to dentist, identifying and handling correct tools for different procedures.
- Managed time efficiently to adhere to appointment schedules.
- Supported dentists throughout complex dental procedures.
- Created calm and comforting environments for patients undergoing extractions, offering support where needed.
- Managed communication with dental laboratories, ensuring timely delivery of dental prosthetics and appliances.
- Prepared patients for treatment by explaining procedures and addressing concerns, promoting a comforting environment.
- Contributed to team meetings and training sessions, sharing insights and strategies for improved patient care.
Sales Assistant
Tesco Superstore
Sunderland
2024.11 - 2024.12
- Assisted customers in selecting products, offering detailed advice to meet their needs.
- Kept shelves neat, clean and organised through visual merchandising.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and contribute to store success.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, resolving issues to ensure customer loyalty and repeat business.
- Managed stock levels on the shop floor, promptly restocking items to maintain store presentation.
Nursery Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship
Wise Academy Town End Farm
Sunderland
2022.10 - 2023.03
- Supervised children during outdoor play and organised physical activities that promoted health and fitness.
- Assisted children in developing social skills through guided peer interaction and cooperative play.
- Implemented hygiene and safety protocols to ensure a healthy classroom environment.
- Prepared classroom materials and set up learning stations that encouraged exploration and inquiry.
- Organised classroom spaces and materials to help teacher prepare for lessons.
- Offered students one-on-one assistance with class assignments and activities.
- Facilitated small group sessions focusing on literacy and numeracy to enhance early educational outcomes.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Dental Nurse, Intergrated Level 3 Dental Nursing Diploma, Bourne House Scanning Certificate
City and Guilds
SunderlandGCSEs - GCSE Equivalent, English Language Grade 5, English Language Endorsement, Merit, English Literature, Grade 5, Mathematics Grade 5, Combined Science 4 - 4, Child Development Level 2 Merit, Spanish Language Grade 5
Castle View Enterprise Academy
SunderlandSkills
- Patient interaction and communication
- Infection control and safety protocols
- Dental procedure assistance and chairside support
- Hazardous waste disposal management
- Team collaboration and professionalism
- Time management and scheduling
- Patient care excellence
- Use of dental software and computerized note-taking
- Anxiety management strategies
- Practice administration and record keeping
- Stock management and inventory control
- Basic life support training
- Efficient scheduling
- Online booking management
Hobbies and Interests
Going to the gym, Walking/running along the beach, Walking my dog Fred, Shopping with friends, Singing and dancing
Affiliations
- Gym
- Walking
- Going on holiday
- Baking
Timeline
Dental nurse
Silver & Charlton
2025.11 - Current
Dental Nurse
My Dentist
2025.08 - 2025.11
Sales Assistant
Tesco Superstore
2024.11 - 2024.12
Dental Nurse
Lynwood Dental Eden Villas
2023.03 - 2025.08
Nursery Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship
Wise Academy Town End Farm
2022.10 - 2023.03
GCSEs - GCSE Equivalent, English Language Grade 5, English Language Endorsement, Merit, English Literature, Grade 5, Mathematics Grade 5, Combined Science 4 - 4, Child Development Level 2 Merit, Spanish Language Grade 5
Castle View Enterprise Academy
NVQ Level 3 - Dental Nurse, Intergrated Level 3 Dental Nursing Diploma, Bourne House Scanning Certificate
City and Guilds