Orthopaedic Theatre Scrub Nurse


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£32,073 to £39,043 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	London, SE18 4QH
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	27 Oct 2026
Closing date:	8 Nov 2026

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Summary

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.

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