Theatre Scrub Nurse inWakefield inWakefield PUBLISHED TUE 5 NOV 2024

By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts across any of our client Trusts in England, as well as the ability to develop professionally and gain experience in several wards or areas.

What you'll be responsible for:

• Undertake nursing assessment and evaluation to enable development of appropriate plans of care based on the needs of the individual.
• Be proficient in the delivery of care to patients.Be proficient in the delivery of care to patients.
• Ensure safe administration of drugs in accordance with NMC and CHS policies.
• Ensure accurate records are kept in accordance with CHS policy and NMC guidelines.
• Carry out nursing procedures and techniques in accordance with agreed policies and standards.
• Undertake regular mandatory training.Undertake regular mandatory training.
• The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above.

About us

Job Title: - Theatre Scrub Nurse

Trust:- Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Location:Wakefield

Pay Rate: £17-£28

Shift Patterns:Flexible

About the Trust

Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust provides a wide range of hospital-based and community services includingtwo specialist regional services, in burns and spinal injuries, which are renowned across the North of Englandand beyond. Located in the heart of Yorkshire, with beautiful countryside from the North Yorkshire Moors to theYorkshire Dales, and easy access to city life with nearby Leeds and York, you can have the best of both worlds.The Trust also offers staff a car lease scheme, cycle scheme, and there is an onsite, high quality nursery andholiday club facilities.

Why might this job interest you?

Being a scrub nurse in the NHS is a specialised and vital role within surgical teams, ensuring the smooth and safe operation of procedures in operating rooms. This position involves preparing and maintaining sterile equipment, assisting surgeons during operations, and ensuring patient safety throughout surgical interventions. The flexibility in scheduling enables scrub nurses to manage their work hours effectively, contributing to a balanced lifestyle while providing essential support in high-pressure surgical environments. It's a role that requires precision, teamwork, and a dedication to upholding the highest standards of patient care, making scrub nursing both challenging and immensely rewarding.

What you can add:

• To be responsible for providing skilled clinical and technical assistance as a member of the operating theatre team
• To participate in the assessment of patient care needs implementing and maintaining agreed standards of care.
• Following Codes of Professional Practice provide high quality care to patients undergoing treatment within the Peri-Operative Environment.

The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above.

What youll need:

• Have a minimum of 6 months experience as a Registered Nurse in Theatres
• Registered with NMC

*Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills.

The benefits we can offer you in return:

• Putting People in Places to Care be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life.
• Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly.
• Blue Light Card NHS Discount Provider
• First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies.
• Our team is always happy to help - access our support line any time.
• Working options to suit your lifestyle being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements.
• Training and development opportunities via the Trust and NHSPs own academy.
• Explore different wards, keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience.
• Being part of the NHSP Community means youll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more.

Who are NHS Professionals?

NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.

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By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England.