Scrub Nurse
Optegra UK Ltd
Brighton, BN1 8AF
Salary
£36,225 to £46,575
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
13 November 2026
74 days left
In plain English
What this job actually involves
This job involves working as part of a team in an operating theatre, helping with eye surgery and caring for patients before, during and after surgery. You'll need to be skilled, organised and able to work well under pressure. This job is suitable for experienced nurses who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
What you'll need
- You need to be a registered nurse or operating department practitioner with current registration and at least a year's experience in ophthalmology surgery.
- You should have a qualification in ophthalmology or peri-operative care.
- You'll need to be able to use computers and Microsoft Office.
- You should be aware of the NMC Professional Code of Conduct and CQC standards.
- You'll be working in a private hospital, but you'll still need to follow NHS guidelines and standards.
How to boost your chances
- Consider taking a course in ophthalmology or peri-operative care to boost your skills and confidence.
- Make sure you're familiar with the NMC Professional Code of Conduct and CQC standards before applying.
- Highlight your experience working in a fast-paced environment and your ability to work well under pressure.
- Practice using Microsoft Office and other computer systems to get comfortable with the technology.
- Research Optegra and their values to show your enthusiasm for the company and the role.
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Job description
Optegra has an exciting new job opportunity for an experienced Scrub Nurse to join our amazing and supportive team in our prestige private hospital, l...
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.
- Carries out a full range of registered heath care professional duties, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the patients 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.
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.
Qualifications
Essential
- 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
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
13 August 2026
Last checked
17 August 2026
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About the employer
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