You have just filled in the form. Practice name, contact details, the date you need cover, the type of shift, maybe a note about anything specific your practice needs.
Now what?
This is the question we get asked most after someone submits a request through our website. Submitting a form online feels straightforward, but not knowing what happens on the other end of it can leave you wondering whether you should also be calling, emailing, or just waiting. Here is exactly what happens once you book locum dental nurse online with us, from the moment you hit submit through to a nurse arriving at your practice.
Step 1: Your Request Reaches Our Team Immediately
When you submit the booking form on our website, the details go straight to our team. There is no delay between submission and someone seeing your request.
The form captures everything we need to start working on your booking right away: your practice name, contact person, phone and email, the location, the dates and times you need cover, the type of cover required (same day, evening, weekend, short term, or long term), and any special notes about your specific requirements.
That last field matters more than people often realise. If your practice has a specific system, a particular type of patient list, or any other detail that would help a locum nurse settle in faster, including it in your notes helps us make a better match from the start.
Step 2: We Review Your Specific Requirements
Once your request comes through, we look at exactly what you have asked for. Same-day cover is treated differently to a request for a longer-term placement, and the type of cover you select on the form shapes how we approach the match.
For urgent or same-day requests, we move quickly to check availability across our network of GDC registered dental nurses. For short-term or long-term requests, we have a bit more room to consider the best possible fit for your practice specifically — your location, your working hours, and the nature of the role.
This is also the point where we factor in anything you have flagged in your special notes, so the nurse we put forward is genuinely suited to your practice, not just the next available person on a list.
Step 3: We Match You With a Suitable Nurse
Every nurse in our network is GDC registered and has been through thorough background checks before ever being placed with a practice. When we match a nurse to your request, we are drawing from people we already know and trust — not searching cold from scratch each time.
We consider your location, the dates and times you need, and the type of cover requested. If you noted anything specific about your practice in the form, that gets factored in here too.
Step 4: We Confirm the Booking With You
Once we have identified a suitable match, we get in touch to confirm the details with you directly. This is your chance to ask any questions, confirm the arrangement works for your practice, and make sure everything lines up before the day itself.
We use the contact details you provided on the form — phone and email — so make sure these are accurate when you submit your request. If you need to reach us directly at any point, you can call or WhatsApp us on 07883 328916, or email info@chairsideassist.co.uk.
Step 5: The Nurse Is Briefed Before Arrival
Before your locum nurse arrives, we make sure they understand the basics of what to expect at your practice — the type of cover needed, the hours, and anything specific you have flagged. A nurse who arrives with the right context settles in faster and starts contributing to your day from the moment they walk in.
Step 6: Your Locum Nurse Arrives and Gets to Work
On the day, your booked nurse arrives at your practice ready to work the agreed hours. Whether it is a single same-day shift, a weekend, an evening, or a longer-term arrangement, the goal is the same — your list runs smoothly and your team has the support it needs.
What If You Need to Book Urgently?
If your situation is genuinely urgent — a nurse has called in sick this morning and you need cover before your first patient — submitting the online form is still the right move, but you can also call or WhatsApp us directly on 07883 328916 to flag the urgency straight away.
Selecting “Same Day” as your type of cover on the form helps us prioritise your request appropriately the moment it comes through.
What Information Should You Have Ready Before You Submit?
To make the process as smooth as possible, have the following ready before you fill in the form:
- Your practice name and exact address
- A contact person and their direct phone number and email
- The specific date(s) and time(s) you need cover for
- The type of cover required — same day, evening, weekend, short term, or long term
- Any special notes about your practice that would help a locum nurse settle in quickly
The more complete your initial submission, the faster and more accurately we can match you with the right nurse.
FAQs
How quickly will I hear back after I book locum dental nurse online?
Your request reaches our team immediately upon submission. For urgent same-day requests, we recommend also contacting us directly by phone or WhatsApp on 07883 328916 to flag the urgency.
Do I need to call as well as submit the form?
Submitting the form is sufficient for most bookings. For genuinely urgent same-day needs, calling or WhatsApping us directly alongside your form submission helps us prioritise your request quickly.
What if I do not know the exact dates yet?
Provide your best estimate in the form and include any flexibility in your special notes. We can work with you to confirm exact dates once we are in touch.
Can I book more than one date at a time?
Yes. If you need cover across multiple dates, include the full range of dates and times needed in the relevant fields, or provide details in the special notes section.
Is the nurse who arrives GDC registered?
Yes. Every nurse in our network is GDC registered and has undergone background checks before being placed with any practice.
Ready to Book?
Now that you know exactly what happens after you submit your request, booking your next locum dental nurse should feel a lot more straightforward.
You can book locum dental nurse online anytime through our Book a Locum page, or call or WhatsApp us directly on 07883 328916 if your situation needs immediate attention. We are available Monday to Saturday from 6:30am to 10pm and Sunday from 11am to 1pm.