Band 5 Scrub Nurse or ODP - Nuneaton

Job Title: Scrub Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP)
Banding: Band 5
Location: Nuneaton
Rate: £21 - £28 per hour

Pulse Nursing is seeking a dedicated and experienced Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) or Scrub Nurse with expertise in scrub, recovery, or anaesthetic roles to join our dynamic and compassionate team for a prestigious NHS Trust. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to patients undergoing ophthalmic procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating theatre and ensure all necessary equipment and supplies are available and sterile.
• Assist the surgical team during ophthalmic procedures, maintaining a sterile environment.
• Administer anaesthesia and monitor patients' vital signs throughout the surgical process.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative care to patients, ensuring their comfort and safety.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anaesthetists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver optimal patient care.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• Adhere to all relevant health and safety regulations and protocols.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates paid weekly.
• Access to a dedicated consultant for support and advice.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• £500 Refer a Friend Bonus: Refer other healthcare professionals and earn a £500 bonus when they work with Pulse Nursing.
• Flexibility: Full-time, part-time, and flexible shifts available to fit your lifestyle and commitments.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid NMC pin.
• Specialised training or certification in ophthalmic nursing.
• Experience in scrub, recovery or anaesthetic roles within an operating theatre setting.
• Strong knowledge of ophthalmic surgical procedures and anaesthesia techniques.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

How to Apply
If you are interested in registering with us, would like to know more about this position, or simply discuss any other opportunities we have, we would love to hear from you by applying using the link below.

Why work with Pulse?
From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out.

Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else. We always prioritise your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource.

Reasonable Adjustments
If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

Important note: We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.