Scrub Nurse

Scrub Nurse - Brighton
Up to £44k + Benefits

WHO ARE THEY?
The client is one of the leading providers of NHS-funded ophthalmology services in England.

Our Purpose is to make a difference
Our Vision is a society where everyone can get access to free or affordable world class treatment for advanced eye conditions without any unnecessary delay or worry
Our Mission is to revolutionise the care and treatment for patients facing the prospect of sight loss by creating a new national network of specialist eye clinics that have a seamless link with all optometrists and GPs
ROLE SUMMARY
To provide a competent Nurse provision in the services Theatre.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical Duties and Responsibilities for Clinics

Up to date proficient Scrub skills for high volume cataract surgery.
Ability to set up for vitrectomy surgery
Full understanding of Phaco Machines/Instrumentation and set up
Full knowledge of the eye and understanding of Biometry/Lens bank/Implants
Ability to support the surgeon anticipating any potential problems in theatre and resolve them
Working as part of a theatre team
Administrative Duties

To keep accurate patient health records, updating electronic patient records or completing handwritten clinical notes.
Professional Duties

To work within the requirements of the code of practice and standard of the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
To be responsible for and demonstrate commitment to Continuing Professional Development and Clinical Governance.
To participate in training and development of clinical and other groups of staff.
To participate in clinical audit and research projects, as required.
THE INDIVIDUAL
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATION

Nursing degree or equivalent qualification essential.
EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

Theatre training /substantive experience required.
Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council essential.
Hospital eye service experience desirable
Knowledge of clinical practice and demonstrable knowledge of developments in Optometry required.
Experience of and commitment to medical audit.
Comfortable with Microsoft Office products and using computerised systems for data input/output and review.
SKILLS & PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Enjoys the routine and rhythm of a process driven environment.
Ability to work in different theatre environments adapting to different surgeons
Able to balance working independently with appropriate escalation and delegation.
Committed to deliver consistently high standards of care to patients.
Seeks continuous professional development.
Self-motivated to provide an excellent level of communication and individual care for patients.
Comfortable making a significant contribution, including teaching and training, in a small multi-disciplinary team.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION COMMON TO ALL ROLES
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Actively promote and market the business and present a positive image of the Company and its activities both within and outside the Healthcare environment.
Ensure the quality standards and performance measures applying to the work of the section are met and facilitate continuous improvements in all aspects of the post.
Undergo any self-development and training as necessary for success in the role and provide support and development for others where appropriate.
Carry out any duties at all times in accordance with the Company's policies including Equality and Diversity and Health and Safety.
Promote by positive example both internally and externally, the purpose and vision of the business.
Undertake all responsibilities in adherence with the business' Policies and Protocols for Infection, Prevention and Control.
Undertake any other responsibilities commensurate with the grade of the post, which the Principal or their senior management representative may from time to time require.
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