Scrub Nurse Job at Beautiful Recruitment (Shepton Mallet)

Job Description

Our client is one of the UK’s leading healthcare providers, delivering innovative, expert care to private, and insurance patients. With a nationwide network of hospitals and a team of highly skilled clinicians and surgeons, they offer more than 40 specialist services, including orthopaedics, ophthalmology, gynaecology, oral and spinal surgery, weight loss treatments, diagnostics, and medical imaging. Renowned for clinical excellence and award-winning standards, they treat over 30,000 patients each year, achieving outstanding outcomes and consistently delivering the highest quality secondary healthcare.

Job Responsibility

Supporting and delivering safe patient care throughout the perioperative journey
Assisting with surgical procedures across a range of specialities including Orthopaedics, ENT, Ophthalmics, Gynaecology, and General Surgery
Maintaining accurate clinical observations and responding appropriately to changes in patient condition
Leading and supporting junior colleagues, contributing to the learning and development of the wider team
Assisting in equipment management, stock control, and ensuring compliance with infection prevention standards
Participating in clinical audits, data collection and driving improvements in theatre practice
Engaging in teaching, supervision, and professional development activities, contributing to a culture of learning

Requirements

Registered Nurse (RN) or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP)
Recent experience at Band 5 level in a theatre setting
Proven ability to scrub in for a variety of surgical procedures
Strong communication skills and a commitment to patient-centred care
A positive, flexible attitude and a collaborative approach to teamwork
A passion for continuous development and contributing to a high-quality surgical service

Nice to have

A recognised post-registration qualification in theatre or day surgery
Experience in clinical supervision, change management, or audit and research activities