Olivia Devally

Provided chairside assistance during orthodontic procedures, including fitting braces, wire adjustments, and appliance placement/removal. Provided administrative support including filing and ensuring patient folders are ready 4 weeks prior and updating when necessary Worked flexibly across multiple clinics as part of a bank staff team.

Orthodontic Bank Dental Nurse & Administration at Bedford Hospital NHS Trust (2025-11 – Present)

• Provided chairside assistance during orthodontic procedures, including fitting braces, wire adjustments, and appliance placement/removal.
• Provided administrative support including filing and ensuring patient folders are ready 4 weeks prior and updating when necessary
• Worked flexibly across multiple clinics as part of a bank staff team.
• Ensured compliance with CQC, HTM 01-05, and health and safety regulations.
• Take dental impressions and prepare materials as directed by clinicians.

Dental Nurse/Reception at M&N Dental Practice (2025-07 – Present)

• 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.
• Gathered records and data, including patient health histories for review by dentist.
• Assisted dentists in permanent and temporary restorative procedures.
• Updated dental charting to facilitate consistent and accurate patient care.
• Prepared tools and materials, including instruments, dressings and syringes, maintaining strict health and safety standards.

Lead Dental Nurse at Edward Byrne and Associates (2024-09 – 2025-07)

• Maximize dentist's productivity by completing preparatory work for dental surgeries, including fillings and general dental treatments.
• Educated patients on postoperative dental care to accelerate the healing process.
• Maintained a clean, sterile practice environment to ensure patient and staff safety.
• Managed patient appointments and updated records for efficient clinic operations.
• Assisted in dental procedures, providing necessary tools and materials to dentists.
• Maintain inventory of dental supplies, ordering stock to prevent shortages.
• Spot checks in surgeries are up to standard.
• Ensuring All nurses are doing their jobs correctly.
• Assisting with trainee nurses and their courses.
• Ensuring all policies and procedures and compliances are followed and up to date

Dental Nurse/Receptionist at Kimbolton Dental Practice (2017-09 – 2024-09)

• 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.
• Sterilized 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 minimize potential risk.
• Sterilize and disinfecte instruments and working surfaces, following infection control procedures

Trainee Dental Nurse at Bedford Dental Practice (2016-01 – 2017-09)

• Shadowed daily activities of office staff to gain understanding of scope of work.
• Maintained organized and updated file systems for easy staff use.
• Participated in brainstorming sessions, offering innovative ideas for project improvements and problem-solving.
• Provided administrative support to multiple departments, aiding in the smooth running of day-to-day operations.
• Handled phone calls and responded to emails on behalf of staff, keeping senior members free to focus on larger issues.

Patient Care Coordination – Dental Nurse Network Academy (2023 – 2023)

Level 5 Diploma Leadership and Management – IML (2022 – 2022)

Level 3 Diploma Dental Nurse – City & Guilds (2019 – 2019)

Level 3 in Employment and Personal Learning Skills – City & Guilds

Level 2 Functional Skills in Math's and English – City & Guilds

Level 3 Management of oral health diseases and dental procedures – City & Guilds

Level 3 Dental Radiography – City & Guilds

Level 3 Principles of infection control in the dental environment – City & Guilds

Level 3 assessment of oral health and treatment planning – City & Guilds