An amazing new job opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Scrub Nurse to work in an amazing modern specialist eye healthcare service based in Quedgeley, Gloucester area. You will be working for one of UK leading health care providers

This is a modern, state-of-the-art eye hospital. The facilities in this hospital are first-class and equipped with the latest technology

**Must be qualified as an RGN Nurse with an active NMC Pin – Will also accept ODP’s with HCPC registrations**

As the Scrub Nurse your key duties include:

• Provide a competent scrub provision, supporting the surgeon through the daily theatre list, anticipating any potential problems and resolving these

• You’ll help clean down the theatre and in all you do you’ll ensure the highest standards are met in terms of patient safety, clinical compliance and hygiene levels

• Aside from providing Scrub services in the theatre you'll also undertake medicine management and audit duties as well as maintaining accurate patient records

• Manage clinical waste and ensure the correct disposal procedures are implemented

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Previous hospital eye service or private eye clinic experience   

• Knowledge of clinical practice and aware of current developments in Optometry  

• Capable of working in a fast paced, high-volume theatre setting  

• Experience of supporting the surgeon during theatre – problem solving and issue resolution   

• The training and coaching of others   

• The desire for and commitment to continuous professional development   

• A competent user of computer systems and programmes   

• An excellent grasp of the English language both verbally and in written format  

• A good team player – happy to jump in and support others when required 

The successful Scrub Nurse will receive an excellent salary of £32,729 - £40,501 per annum DOE. This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 37.5 hours a week on Day Shifts from 7.30am-5.30pm. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• 33 days holidays (includes bank holidays) increasing with length of service

• Bonus 1 – June – potential to earn up to 5% individual performance related bonus

• Bonus 2 – January – potential to earn up to 5% hospital/company related bonus

• NMC Pin paid for

• Recommend a Friend Scheme (£350 reward for both you and your friend).

• Free Quarterly Snacks

• Benefits discounts at a large selection of retailers/hospitality

• Time in lieu scheme, if you go over your contracted hours, we will give you your time back (we want our staff to feel appreciated and valued)

• Free Annual Flu Vaccination.

• Paid DBS

• Continuous training and development programme through our internal learning management system and clinical training team to help enhance your skills

Reference ID: 5133

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to [email protected]