Scrub Nurse

Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of our client, at a specialist Ophthalmic Hospital based in Carlisle, which is in need of an enthusiastic, highly motivated and reliable Registered General Nurse or/and Scrub Nurse to join their Ophthalmology team on a permanent basis.

Please find below further details with regards to the position and the person specification.

SHIFTS: Monday to Saturday

SHIFT PATTERNS: Four out of six days a week 8am-6pm with one Saturday in every four.

The Role

• In this role, you will play a crucial part in assisting ophthalmic surgeons during surgical procedures, ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and care.


• Prepare the operating room and sterile equipment for ophthalmic surgical procedures.


• Assist ophthalmic surgeons during surgeries, maintaining a sterile field and passing instruments and supplies as needed.


• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team and proactively assist in ensuring smooth and efficient procedures.


• Monitor patient vital signs and assist with patient positioning as required.

The Person

• 12 months Minimum UK post registration experience in a clinical/hospital setting


• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Registered Nurse (RN).


• Good verbal and written communication skills


• Experience working in Ophthalmology is desirable but not essential as the successful candidate will receive full training.


• Commitment to providing compassionate and patient-centered care.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package


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


• Supportive work environment with a collaborative team.


• 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


• £250 Referral Bonus


• NMC Pin paid for


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


• State-of-the-art facilities and equipment.

This role is available for an immediate start please forward your CV as soon as possible to apply.

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.