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Shristica Gurung

Reading,Berkshire

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate professional with 4 years of experience as a dental nurse, known for exceptional patient care, attention to detail, and strong communication skills. Adept at working in fast-paced environments, managing administrative tasks, and maintaining high standards of hygiene and compliance. Now seeking to leverage my transferable skills, such as organization, multitasking, and a calm, reassuring presence, in a new industry where I can continue to grow, learn, and contribute meaningfully. Quick to adapt, eager to face new challenges, and committed to continuous personal and professional development.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Dental Nurse

Reading Smiles
12.2024 - Current
  • Assisted Dentist in clinical procedures, such as examinations, fillings and extractions.
  • Provided excellent patient care from arrival to treatment completion.
  • Prepared treatment rooms efficiently to support smooth patient flow and high quality care.
  • Collaborated with dental team for smooth clinic operations.
  • Comforted anxious patients, leading to positive clinic experiences.
  • Ensuring work area & surgery is clean to the highest standard
  • Providing patients with correct after care advice and oral hygiene advice
  • Worked in reception, answering calls and enquiries
  • Arranging appointments & taking payment
  • Ensured confidentiality of patient data by following regulations diligently.


Dental Nurse

Loddon Bridge Road Dental Practice
Reading
04.2021 - 12.2024

Job description listed above.

volunteer/ work experience at nursery school

Micklands pre school
Reading
01.2019 - 05.2019
  • Supervised children
  • Created a safe and playful environment for children
  • Supported children's development through learning based activities and sports
  • Friendly demeanor for children to feel comfortable and ask for help
  • Monitored interactions and encouraged good behaviours
  • Recorded and informed manager regarding injuries and accidents.
  • Collaborated with other nursery staffs to ensure efficient day-to-day operations.
  • Observed children's behaviours, providing important insights into their development stages.

Care Assistant

St Lukes Care Home
Reading
10.2018 - 03.2021
  • Assisted and support residents in all aspects of personal care, comfort and maintaining dignity.
  • Helped residents with day-to-day task while encouraging independence
  • Frequent training to perform to the highest level (manual handling etc.)
  • Observed patient condition and behaviour closely, reported any changes or concerns to manager
  • Provided high quality of care
  • Ability to stay calm and patient in stressful situations
  • Maintained optimal safety standards

Education

VTCT level 2 & 3 skincare & facial - skincare/facialist

Ray Cochrane
London
04.2024 - 07.2024

NEBDN level 3 Dental Nurse -

National Diploma in Dental Nursing
Bracknell
04.2021 - 07.2023

Health& Social Care Level 2 & 3 (first year) - Health & social care

Reading College
/2017 - /2019

Skills

  • Strong organisation skills
  • Quick learner with proactive mindset
  • Time management
  • Team player
  • Skilled at multitasking
  • Calm and composed under pressure
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Experience working with all age ranges
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Adaptability
  • Detail oriented
  • Ability to work under pressure and in a fast paced environment
  • Reception duties
  • Ability to work well in groups and individually

Timeline

Dental Nurse

Reading Smiles
12.2024 - Current

VTCT level 2 & 3 skincare & facial - skincare/facialist

Ray Cochrane
04.2024 - 07.2024

Dental Nurse

Loddon Bridge Road Dental Practice
04.2021 - 12.2024

NEBDN level 3 Dental Nurse -

National Diploma in Dental Nursing
04.2021 - 07.2023

volunteer/ work experience at nursery school

Micklands pre school
01.2019 - 05.2019

Care Assistant

St Lukes Care Home
10.2018 - 03.2021

Health& Social Care Level 2 & 3 (first year) - Health & social care

Reading College
/2017 - /2019
Shristica Gurung