Scrub Practitioner

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Nhs Foundation Trust; Healey; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning opportunities

Induction program

Mentor support

Job summary

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Chorley seeks Scrub Practitioner to deliver high-quality, patient-centred peri-operative care. You will rotate through scrub specialties and support mentoring of future healthcare professionals in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasises professionalism, training, and alignment with HCPC/NMC standards within an inclusive team at Chorley Hospital.

Qualifications

• Essential: NMC/HCPC registration.
• RN1, RN2 General Nursing Posts/ODP.
• Evidence of continuing education or development for more experienced Band 5 nurses.
• Knowledge of policies, procedures and Clinical Governance.
• Awareness of changes within Nursing practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent peri-op care and maintain standards.
• Plan, deliver and evaluate care to meet patient needs in line with Trust values and professional frameworks.
• Ensure a well-organised and safe clinical environment.
• Provide clinical supervision and direction for colleagues and students.

Education

Degree / Diploma

Job description

Job summary

Join Our Dynamic Theatre Team at Chorley Theatres, Chorley Hospital. Are you motivated, energetic, and eager to make a real difference in patient care? If you're forward-thinking and enthusiastic, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! If you're a registered ODP or Nurse with a passion for surgical care, we want to hear from you! Our vision is clear: deliver world-class peri-operative care to every patient. And in return, we're committed to offering you the support, development, and career opportunities you deserve, all within an inclusive and welcoming environment.

What We Offer

• Exciting learning opportunities designed to help you unlock your full potential
• A fully supported induction program with a dedicated mentor by your side
• Continuous support from our experienced theatre clinical education team

Main duties of the job

By joining Lancashire Teaching Hospitals, you'll become part of a dedicated team covering a range of scrub disciplines. You will have the opportunity to rotate through various specialities, gaining knowledge and experience. We're looking for Scrub Practitioners who are passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred surgical care, adaptable to a fast-paced environment, and excited to embrace new challenges. As a valued team member, you'll also play a crucial role in supporting and mentoring future healthcare professionals, helping shape the next generation of theatre experts.

Duties

• Support the Team Leaders in the day to day efficient running of the clinical area by providing excellent peri-op care to patients by maintaining standards of care and professional practice.
• Assist in the planning, delivery and evaluation of care to meet the personalised health and wellbeing needs of patients in line with the Trust Values / HCPC and NMC professional frameworks.
• Ensure the productive operation of the clinical area by ensuring that a well organised and safe environment is maintained.
• Act as a strong role model and encourage and support the professional development of self and others. Provide clinical supervision and direction for all colleagues and students to support them in reaching their full potential.

Essential

• Appropriate NMC/HCPC Registration
• RN1, RN2 General Nursing Posts/ODP
• Evidence of continuing education or development for more experienced Band 5 nurses
• Knowledge of policies and procedures relevant to practice
• Awareness of changes within Nursing practice
• Knowledge of Clinical Governance and the relevance to practice

Desirable

• Degree / Diploma
• NMC Recognised mentorship qualification or willingness to work towards within 18 months
• Scrub Course
• Evidence of clinical competence in area of speciality eg surgery
• Knowledge of ethical issues
• Knowledge of Leadership and Management
• Research and Development

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum, pro rata (Agenda for Change, Band 5)

Working pattern

Full-time, Permanent

Location

Chorley and South Ribble Hospital, Preston Road, Chorley, PR7 1PP

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.

For questions about the job, contact

Eiddwen Wharton, Clinical Manager: [e-mail], 01257245641