Scrub Nurse / Practitioner

Scrub Nurse / Practitioner
Position: Scrub Nurse / Practitioner
Location: Margate
Pay: Up to £45,000 plus benefits and paid enhancements
Hours: Full time - Flexible working available
Contract: Permanent
MediTalent is recruiting a Theatre Nurse/Practitioner with a strong background in scrub nursing, ideally with multidisciplinary skills, including Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) experience. Here's a breakdown of the key points and expectations for the role:

Role Overview:

• Primary Focus: Scrub Nursing
• Multidisciplinary Skills Preferred: Experience across various theatre functions such as ODP skills is advantageous.
• Responsibilities:
• Lead by experience and support all staff within a dedicated Scrub/Theatre Team.
• Collaborate with consultants and management to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Ensure high standards of patient care.

Work Environment:

• Teamwork: Collaborating with consultants and other staff to ensure smooth theatre operations.
• Supportive Culture: The client emphasises work/life balance and offers access to wellbeing support for all staff.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Professional Registration: A valid NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) or HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) registration.
• Experience: A minimum of 1 year of scrub experience is essential.
• Professional Development: Evidence of relevant professional development, whether from previous roles or job placements, will be important.
• Communication: Excellent planning and problem-solving abilities with strong communications skills

This role would be suitable for a theatre nurse who not only excels in scrub but also possesses a range of theatre skills to support a multidisciplinary team. It provides an excellent opportunity for a leader in the theatre environment looking to maintain a healthy work/life balance while ensuring high standards of patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain high standards of patient care in accordance with operational policies and procedures
• Ensure all areas are safe, fit for purpose, and effectively managed
• Supervise and mentor junior team members to achieve workplace competencies

Benefits:

• Generous annual leave
• Free on-site staff carparking
• Staff discount for treatments
• Company pension scheme
• Training and progression plans - leading to promotions
• Annual salary increment
• Additional benefits available in line with NHS
• Local retail discounts
• And much more…

Please apply with your CV or for more information please contact contact Ore on 07493435001.