Scrub Nurse (Visa Sponsorship Available)

About the Company

The Western Health and Social Care Trust (WHSCT) is one of the five health and social care trusts in Northern Ireland. We are dedicated to providing high-quality, person-centred care to our community. Our services span across hospitals, community facilities, and social care settings, ensuring comprehensive health and well-being support. We are a leading employer in the region, committed to staff development, well-being, and fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Scrub Nurse to join our dedicated surgical team in Derry/Londonderry. This is an exceptional opportunity for experienced nurses looking to advance their careers in a supportive and dynamic environment, with visa sponsorship available for eligible international candidates. The successful candidate will play a critical role in assisting surgeons during operations, ensuring patient safety, maintaining sterile fields, and managing surgical equipment. You will work within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to positive patient outcomes and upholding the highest standards of clinical care.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating theatre and surgical equipment for procedures, ensuring all instruments are sterile and in working order.
• Assist the surgical team by anticipating needs, passing instruments, and maintaining a sterile environment throughout operations.
• Monitor the patient's condition during surgery, reporting any changes to the surgical team.
• Manage and account for all surgical instruments, swabs, and needles to prevent retained foreign objects.
• Ensure adherence to all infection control policies and procedures.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative care to patients as required.
• Participate in surgical team briefings and debriefings to ensure continuity of care and improve practice.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records.

Required Skills

• Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse (or eligibility to register).
• Minimum of 2 years post-registration experience as a Scrub Nurse in an acute surgical setting.
• Demonstrable knowledge of surgical procedures, aseptic techniques, and infection control.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Preferred Qualifications

• Post-basic qualification in Perioperative Nursing.
• Experience across a range of surgical specialities (e.g., General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Gynaecology).
• Evidence of leadership potential or experience mentoring junior staff.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive salary within the NHS Agenda for Change pay scales.
• Comprehensive visa sponsorship and relocation support for eligible candidates.
• Generous annual leave and public holiday entitlements.
• Excellent pension scheme.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Access to staff well-being programmes and support services.
• Working in a state-of-the-art facility with a supportive multidisciplinary team.
• A vibrant community in Derry/Londonderry, offering a high quality of life.

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