Orthopaedic Scrub Nurse/ODP

Lewisham & Greenwich NHS Trust; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a skilled Orthopaedic Scrub Nurse/ODP to ensure patient safety and efficiency in the operating theatre. This role involves leading surgeries, preparing operating rooms, and supporting post-operative care. Candidates should have a strong background in surgical procedures, effective communication skills, and a commitment to EDI initiatives. Join a dynamic team dedicated to exceptional patient care and employee engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience in operating theatre settings.
• Ability to contribute to multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of EDI objectives in healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operating list from start to finish.
• Prepare operating rooms for various surgical cases.
• Scrub and circulate in a range of surgical procedures.
• Support post-operative care as needed.
• Document and hand over patient information accurately.
• Participate in training and mentoring of new staff.
• Organize specialist equipment for upcoming procedures.

Skills

Leadership in surgical procedures

Effective communication

Clinical audits

Mentoring and training

Education

Registered Nurse/ODP qualification

Job description

As an experienced Orthopaedic Scrub Nurse/ODP, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of patients within the operating theatre. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to provide high‑quality care and support throughout the perioperative environment. You will also support the planning and preparation of the environment, communicating with the wider service team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the operating list assigned from start to completion, escalating any concerns in a timely manner to the floor‑coordinator.
• Prepare the operating room for a range of cases, ensuring all necessary instruments, equipment, and staff are available for the day ahead.
• Scrub and circulate for a variety of minor to complex procedures within your NMC/HCPC scope of practice, including elective, trauma and emergency procedures.
• Communicate effectively with the surgical team and the wider multi‑disciplinary team.
• Support post‑operative care as required.
• Ensure accurate documentation is recorded and handed over.
• Participate in training and mentoring of new staff and students as required.
• Organise the specialist equipment required for the procedures ahead of time and communicate this with the relevant internal and external parties.
• Complete clinical audits to provide compliance of the perioperative environment.

Clinical Audits & EDI Objectives

• Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian and ethnic minorities background, who identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development.
• Widening access (anchor institution) and employability.
• Improving the experience of staff with disability.
• Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development.
• Making equalities mainstream.

Lewisham Greenwich NHS Trust is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. Our orthopaedic team is at the forefront of innovative surgical techniques and comprehensive patient management. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Orthopaedic Scrub Nurse/ODP to join our dynamic team. The core purpose of this role is to primarily work within Orthopaedics; however, due to the demand of the service, you may be required to work in a variety of specialities.

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those we are here for – the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best, and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivating a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI team, and a suite of programmes and events that aim to implement the five aspirations.