Scrub Nurse/ODP

A great new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Scrub Nurse to work in an exceptional modern specialist eye healthcare service based in the Carlisle, Cumbria area.

You will be working for one of UK leading health care providers

This is a modern, state-of-the-art eye hospital.

The facilities in this hospital are first-class and equipped with the latest technology

**Must be qualified as an RGN Nurse with an active NMC Pin – Will also accept ODP’s with HCPC registrations**

As the Scrub Nurse your key duties include:

Provide a competent scrub provision, supporting the surgeon through the daily theatre list, anticipating any potential problems and resolving these
You’ll help clean down the theatre and in all you do you’ll ensure the highest standards are met in terms of patient safety, clinical compliance and hygiene levels
Aside from providing Scrub services in the theatre you'll also undertake medicine management and audit duties as well as maintaining accurate patient records
Manage clinical waste and ensure the correct disposal procedures are implemented


The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

12 months post-registration experience
Passionate about developing a career in Ophthalmology
Ability to absorb and convey highly technical information
Adaptable with a flexible approach to work
Excellent time management skills
Strong organisational skills attention to detail with the ability to prioritise tasks
Demonstrate confidentiality, integrity and discretion


The successful Scrub Nurse will receive an excellent salary of £32,729 - £40,501 per annum.

This exciting position is a permanent full time role working 37.5 hours a week on Day Shifts from 7.30am-5.30pm.

In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

33 days holidays (includes bank holidays) increasing with length of service
Bonus 1 – June – potential to earn up to 5% individual performance related bonus
Bonus 2 – January – potential to earn up to 5% hospital/company related bonus
NMC Pin paid for
Recommend a Friend Scheme (£350 reward for both you and your friend).
Free Quarterly Snacks
Benefits discounts at a large selection of retailers/hospitality
Time in lieu scheme, if you go over your contracted hours, we will give you your time back (we want our staff to feel appreciated and valued)
Free Annual Flu Vaccination.
Paid DBS
Continuous training and development programme through our internal learning management system and clinical training team to help enhance your skills


Reference ID: 6583
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV


  • Location: Carlisle, England
  • Salary: £32729 - £40501 per annum
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: Jupiter Recruitment
  • Posted: 26-Apr-2024
  • Posted on: careers4a.com