Band 5 Theatre scrub nurse | Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Chipping Barnet is recruiting a Registered Nurse to oversee patient care assessments, implement care plans, and maintain high standards of evidence-based care. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to provide empathetic support to patients. The successful candidate will supervise unqualified staff and contribute to a multidisciplinary team approach. Flexible working hours and generous benefits are offered.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Generous benefits

Career development training

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse qualification and experience in patient care.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and caregivers.
• Experience in maintaining accurate nursing records.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient care needs and develop care plans.
• Undertake nursing procedures in compliance with policies.
• Communicate with patients regarding their treatment.
• Maintain accurate nursing records.
• Supervise and teach unqualified staff.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patient Care

Team Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Education

Registered Nurse

Job description

Overview

The post holder is responsible for the unsupervised assessment of patient care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of plans of care, ensuring high standards of evidence based care, using a defined model of care. To undertake all nursing procedures in accordance with Trust policies and ensure that these procedures and policies are understood and adhered to. To communicate with patients and significant others with empathy and reassurance regarding assessment, care and treatment for patients undergoing surgery. To develop an understanding of the skills required for maintaining a safe practice for patients in the operating theatre. To maintain accurate and comprehensive nursing records using appropriate documentation in accordance with the NMC recommendations and Trust guidelines.

Responsibilities

• To be responsible for the unsupervised assessment of patient care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of plans of care, ensuring high standards of evidence based care, using a defined model of care.
• To undertake all nursing procedures in accordance with Trust policies and ensure that these procedures and policies are understood and adhered to.
• To communicate with patients and significant others with empathy and reassurance regarding assessment, care and treatment for patients undergoing surgery.
• To develop an understanding of the skills required for maintaining a safe practice for patients in the operating theatre.
• To maintain accurate and comprehensive nursing records using appropriate documentation in accordance with the NMC recommendations and Trust guidelines.
• The post holder is responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care with the multidisciplinary team.
• He / she is expected to supervise and teach unqualified staff with the support and supervision of more senior members of the team.
• He / she is expected to develop the skills needed for patient care within the peri-operative area.

About the employer

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17 million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.

Application information

For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk

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This advert closes on Wednesday 24 Sep 2025