Oral Surgery Scrub Nurse - Flexible Weekends/Weekdays

18 Week Support Limited; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

18 Week Support Limited is seeking an experienced Oral Surgery Scrub Nurse to support NHS Trusts in the Midlands with weekend and weekday sessions (8am–6pm). You will work in a busy oral surgery service, assisting with procedures and maintaining a sterile field.

Applicants must hold a valid NMC registration and have recent NHS surgical experience; experience in theatre environments is desirable. This role offers flexible extra shifts and the chance to contribute to high-quality perioperative

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration.
• Current experience working within a surgical setting for a minimum of 6 months within the last 12 months.
• Proven NHS experience.
• Experience working within surgical wards or theatre environments is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating/surgical room and ensure all necessary instruments, equipment and materials are available.
• Prepare and maintain the sterile field throughout oral surgery procedures.
• Anticipate the surgeon's requirements and pass instruments, sutures and other surgical materials efficiently.
• Assist with procedures such as surgical tooth extractions, impacted teeth removal, biopsies, implant-related surgery and other oral surgical procedures, depending on the service.
• Carry out instrument and swab counts in accordance with local trust policy.
• Check and prepare surgical instruments and equipment before procedures.
• Maintain strict infection prevention and control standards.
• Assist with specimen handling, labelling and documentation where required.
• Work closely with the surgeon, anaesthetic/recovery staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Respond appropriately to changes or complications during surgery and escalate concerns promptly.
• Complete accurate clinical documentation and comply with relevant NHS/private healthcare policies and procedures.
• Assist with cleaning, decontamination and safe disposal of clinical waste and sharps.
• Maintain patient dignity, privacy, safety and confidentiality at all times.

Skills

NMC registration

Surgical ward experience

NHS experience

Education

Registered Nurse qualification (NMC)

Job description

18 Week Support Limited is seeking an experienced Oral Surgery Scrub Nurse to support NHS Trusts in the Midlands with weekend and weekday sessions (8am–6pm). You will work in a busy oral surgery service, assisting with procedures and maintaining a sterile field.

Applicants must hold a valid NMC registration and have recent NHS surgical experience; experience in theatre environments is desirable. This role offers flexible extra shifts and the chance to contribute to high-quality perioperative