Scrub Nurse

Optegra; Nether Poppleton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous salary & benefits

Pension contributions

33 days annual leave

Flexible & SMART working schemes

Funded training & development

Annual STAR awards

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Optegra Eye Healthcare is seeking an experienced Scrub nurse to join our dedicated ophthalmic team. You will provide skilled clinical and technical assistance in the operating theatre and may assist with peri-operative care within the surgical and refractive suite.

The role requires current NMC/ODP registration, ophthalmology theatre experience, and strong IT skills. We offer funded training, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive environment focused on career development.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse or ODP with current NMC/ODP status.
• Ophthalmology or perioperative care qualification.
• At least 1 year of ophthalmology surgical theatre experience.
• Strong IT skills and MS Office knowledge.
• Awareness of NMC Code of Conduct and CQC standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform a full range of registered healthcare duties under supervision, maintaining patient privacy and dignity.
• Anticipate surgical team needs by providing instruments and equipment.
• Ensure proper disposal, decontamination and sterilisation of reusable equipment.
• Complete documentation for traceability and patient care records.

Skills

Attention to detail

IT literacy

Education

NMC/ODP registration

Ophthalmology or perioperative care qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Optegra has an exciting new job opportunity for an experienced Scrub nurse to join our amazing and dedicated team. This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking business and benefit from our fantastic comprehensive benefits package, along with fully funded training and development programs.

Company Overview

Optegra Eye Healthcare has been proudly recognised as one of 115 Best Big Places to Work 2025 as awarded by the Sunday Times. We are committed to creating an exceptional working environment where our people thrive. Join us and be part of a team that values your growth, wellbeing, and contribution every step of the way.

Benefits

We are rated as a ‘great place to work’ and here are some of our amazing benefits:

• Generous salary which is reviewed annually. This role pays up to £46,575 pro rata dependent on experience
• Generous matched pension contributions
• 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Flexible working and SMART working schemes – because we believe in work life balance
• Funded training and development – because we believe in our people
• Celebrating your anniversaries – because we value loyalty and commitment
• Annual STAR awards
• Blue Light Card (amazing discounts online and on the high street)
• Free laser eye treatment for you and 20% discount for friends and family
• Private Healthcare, 24/7 GP appointments, free Physio and counselling for your wellbeing
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan

The Role

The job holder will be responsible for participating in all aspects of the Ophthalmic Surgical pathway at Optegra. They will provide excellent care to all patients, with specific responsibility for providing skilled clinical and technical assistance as a member of the operating theatre team, and also may include peri-operative and post-operative care in the surgical and refractive suite of the hospital, and assisting with minor operations.

Key responsibilities

• Carries out a full range of registered heath care professional duties, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the patient’s condition and care with support from the Practitioner in charge. Maintains the privacy and dignity of all patients whilst adhering to Trust and department policies, reporting any difficulties with these duties to senior staff.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team, by provision or appropriate surgical instrumentation and equipment.
• Take responsibility to ensure all surgical equipment is disposed of correctly including ensuring appropriate decontamination and sterilisation of reusable equipment is carried out and can be evidenced.
• Ensure all documentation for traceability is effectively completed.

Requirements

• Registered General Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner
• Current NMC/ODP registration with no restrictions
• Qualification in Ophthalmology or Peri operative care
• One year or more ophthalmology surgical theatre experience
• Computer and IT skills i.e. good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Awareness of responsibilities in relation to NMC Professional Code of Conduct
• Awareness of CQC standards and requirements

Optegra is proud to be an inclusive business where you can enjoy the career you want, without changing the person you are. We’re welcoming to all, working together as a supportive team, respecting the uniqueness of every individual we work with.