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Orthopaedic Theatre Scrub Nurse
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 8 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2452747
Job summary
We are seeking dedicated, motivated qualified professional to join us in Queen Elizabeth Hospital Woolwich - Theatres. As a key member of the team, you will deliver high standards of perioperative care, and have the ability to support multidisciplinary team to facilitate excellent patient care in the operating theatres.
You must be a Registered Nurse or have an ODP qualification with a proven record within the perioperative area. In return for your hard work, we offer well-established, structured mentoring and staff development packages to support you in your role.
The post holder will be accountable and responsible for providing a high standard of patient focused individualised care, with an evidenced based practice focus. They will be expected to carry out aspects of patient care without direct supervision. They will be able to communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team and contribute to the effective running of the theatre / department. Utilising the principles of the national framework and local strategy of Clinical Governance and other national initiatives, they will participate in action on improvements in patient care. The post holder will carry out all duties in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery (NMC) Codes of Conduct, HCPC and Relevant Trust policies.
Main duties of the job
To assess, plan, implement and evaluate care of patients in the perioperative theatre setting.
To assist anaesthetist / surgeon / with emergency / elective procedures in all hospital departments as required.
To ensure stock levels are adequate for safe surgery and effective perioperative care.
To maintain effective channels of communication with patients, relatives and the multidisciplinary team involved in providing care.
To understand the principles of clinical governance and the impact on patient care, i.e. audit and evidenced based practice.
Ensure that written documentation are maintained in line with the NMC standards for Records and Record Keeping and Trust policy.
To ensure that medication is given to patients in line with the NMC and Trust policy and guidelines.
To act safely and develop skills to be effective in emergency situations, e.g. cardiac arrest.
To practice within the framework of corporate and local policies.
To be professionally sensitive to the needs of patients and colleagues.
To participate in the development of your Personal Development Plan and identify your own professional, educational and training needs and goals.
To ensure your own continual professional development in line with NMC requirements.
About us
Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:
- Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
- Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
- Improving the experience of staff with disability
- Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
- Making equalities mainstream
Details
Date posted
27 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year Plus HCA per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
197-LC8892
Job locations
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Stadium Road
London
SE18 4QH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Act as a scrub practitioner for a range of Trauma and Orthopaedic procedures, demonstrating previous orthopaedic and trauma experience, including experience in at least three of the following sub-specialties:
- Shoulder surgery
- Hand surgery
- Foot and ankle surgery
- Knee surgery
- Hip surgery
Prepare and maintain a sterile surgical field, ensuring all instruments, implants, consumables and equipment are available and ready for planned procedures.
Demonstrate intermediate to advanced knowledge of commonly used trauma and/or orthopaedic surgical instruments, implants and equipment, ensuring their safe and appropriate use during procedures.
Check surgical equipment, instrumentation sets, implants and loan kits before operating lists commence, escalating any concerns, shortages or defects promptly to the Theatre Leadership Team and Operational Team to prevent delays or patient safety risks.
Work effectively under pressure in a busy theatre environment, maintaining professionalism and patient focus during complex or emergency situations.
Be flexible and adaptable to unexpected changes in theatre allocation, case mix, staffing levels or clinical priorities throughout the working day.
Communicate clearly and professionally with surgeons, anaesthetists, nursing colleagues, theatre support workers, operational teams, company representatives and other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and effective patient care.
Participate in weekend and night duty and extended working arrangements as required by the service.
Maintain accurate documentation and comply with relevant policies, procedures, local safety standards and professional guidelines.
Support and contribute to the training, supervision and development of students, newly qualified staff and colleagues where appropriate.
Demonstrate a willingness to rotate and develop skills across other surgical specialties to support service requirements and personal professional development.
Attend mandatory training, specialist study days and continuing professional development opportunities, with particular emphasis on Trauma and Orthopaedic practice.
Uphold the Trust's values and maintain the highest standards of behaviour, professionalism, respect and compassion when interacting with patients, relatives, colleagues and members of the public.
Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, incident reporting, infection prevention practices and patient safety activities within the theatre department.
Maintain registration and practice in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code and local organisational policies.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Act as a scrub practitioner for a range of Trauma and Orthopaedic procedures, demonstrating previous orthopaedic and trauma experience, including experience in at least three of the following sub-specialties:
- Shoulder surgery
- Hand surgery
- Foot and ankle surgery
- Knee surgery
- Hip surgery
Prepare and maintain a sterile surgical field, ensuring all instruments, implants, consumables and equipment are available and ready for planned procedures.
Demonstrate intermediate to advanced knowledge of commonly used trauma and/or orthopaedic surgical instruments, implants and equipment, ensuring their safe and appropriate use during procedures.
Check surgical equipment, instrumentation sets, implants and loan kits before operating lists commence, escalating any concerns, shortages or defects promptly to the Theatre Leadership Team and Operational Team to prevent delays or patient safety risks.
Work effectively under pressure in a busy theatre environment, maintaining professionalism and patient focus during complex or emergency situations.
Be flexible and adaptable to unexpected changes in theatre allocation, case mix, staffing levels or clinical priorities throughout the working day.
Communicate clearly and professionally with surgeons, anaesthetists, nursing colleagues, theatre support workers, operational teams, company representatives and other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and effective patient care.
Participate in weekend and night duty and extended working arrangements as required by the service.
Maintain accurate documentation and comply with relevant policies, procedures, local safety standards and professional guidelines.
Support and contribute to the training, supervision and development of students, newly qualified staff and colleagues where appropriate.
Demonstrate a willingness to rotate and develop skills across other surgical specialties to support service requirements and personal professional development.
Attend mandatory training, specialist study days and continuing professional development opportunities, with particular emphasis on Trauma and Orthopaedic practice.
Uphold the Trust's values and maintain the highest standards of behaviour, professionalism, respect and compassion when interacting with patients, relatives, colleagues and members of the public.
Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, incident reporting, infection prevention practices and patient safety activities within the theatre department.
Maintain registration and practice in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code and local organisational policies.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Level 1 Registration/ODP City & Guilds 752 or NVQ3 in ODP Practice.
Desirable
- Perioperative course
Experience
Essential
- Experience caring for surgical patients
- Ability of caring for the ill in a variety of settings as a qualified or student nurse
- Experience working as a scrub nurse in orthopaedic theatres
- Experience in emergency trauma (orthopaedic) theatres (1+ years)
Desirable
- Relevant specialist course (for example AO Trauma course)
Knowledge
Essential
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to develop own clinical skills and widen theoretical knowledge
- Evidence based knowledge of essential methods of care
- Basic knowledge of Arthrex, Acumed, Smith+Nephew and DePuy instrumentation and implants,
Desirable
- Willingness to develop teaching skills, formally and informally
Personal qualities
Essential
- Ability to form good interpersonal relationships, and be enthusiastic
- Ability to conduct themselves with professionalism and care in public and private situations
- Demonstrate initiative
- Enthusiasm in trauma and orthopaedic surgery
- Team player
Desirable
- Confidence in speaking up
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Level 1 Registration/ODP City & Guilds 752 or NVQ3 in ODP Practice.
Desirable
- Perioperative course
Experience
Essential
- Experience caring for surgical patients
- Ability of caring for the ill in a variety of settings as a qualified or student nurse
- Experience working as a scrub nurse in orthopaedic theatres
- Experience in emergency trauma (orthopaedic) theatres (1+ years)
Desirable
- Relevant specialist course (for example AO Trauma course)
Knowledge
Essential
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to develop own clinical skills and widen theoretical knowledge
- Evidence based knowledge of essential methods of care
- Basic knowledge of Arthrex, Acumed, Smith+Nephew and DePuy instrumentation and implants,
Desirable
- Willingness to develop teaching skills, formally and informally
Personal qualities
Essential
- Ability to form good interpersonal relationships, and be enthusiastic
- Ability to conduct themselves with professionalism and care in public and private situations
- Demonstrate initiative
- Enthusiasm in trauma and orthopaedic surgery
- Team player
Desirable
- Confidence in speaking up
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
Address
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Stadium Road
London
SE18 4QH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
Address
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Stadium Road
London
SE18 4QH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)