Senior Scrub Nurse – Orthopaedic

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated theatre professional looking to take the next step in their career within a modern and patient-focused surgical environment. Working alongside a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in delivering outstanding perioperative care across a varied orthopaedic caseload.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert scrub support across a range of orthopaedic procedures, including joint replacements and sports injury surgery.
• Support the Theatre Manager in maintaining high clinical, operational and regulatory standards.
• Ensure safe, effective and patient-centred care throughout the perioperative journey.
• Act as a role model and mentor to junior theatre staff.
• Contribute to clinical governance, audit and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with infection prevention, patient safety and professional practice standards.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RGN) with valid NMC registration or Registered ODP with HCPC registration.
• Significant scrub experience within orthopaedic theatres is essential.
• Strong understanding of theatre protocols, clinical governance and patient safety.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment.
• Previous senior or leadership experience within theatres would be advantageous.

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £49,000 per annum.
• Private healthcare and comprehensive benefits package.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation.