Scrub Nurse

Our client is one of the UK’s leading healthcare providers, delivering innovative, expert care to private, and insurance patients. With a nationwide network of hospitals and a team of highly skilled clinicians and surgeons, they offer more than 40 specialist services, including orthopaedics, ophthalmology, gynaecology, oral and spinal surgery, weight loss treatments, diagnostics, and medical imaging. Renowned for clinical excellence and award-winning standards, they treat over 30,000 patients each year, achieving outstanding outcomes and consistently delivering the highest quality secondary healthcare.
Are you a passionate and skilled Scrub Nurse looking for your next opportunity in a well-supported and forward-thinking surgical setting? Join our client’s dedicated theatre team in Shepton Mallet, a high-performing hospital delivering exceptional elective care.
You’ll be working in a modern, purpose-built environment alongside a friendly, close-knit team who share a commitment to excellent patient outcomes, safety, and collaborative working. This is your chance to take your career forward in a role where your skills are valued and supported through continuous professional development.
If you are a practitioner outside of the local area we would welcome your application and there is a very generous relocation package available to support you.
Location – Shepton Mallet
Full-time, permanent
What you’ll be doing as a Scrub Nurse
As our Scrub Practitioner, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring smooth, safe, and high-quality theatre operations.
Your day-to-day responsibilities as a Scrub Nurse will include:

• Supporting and delivering safe patient care throughout the perioperative journey.
  
• Assisting with surgical procedures across a range of specialities including Orthopaedics, ENT, Ophthalmics, Gynaecology, and General Surgery.
  
• Maintaining accurate clinical observations and responding appropriately to changes in patient condition.
  
• Leading and supporting junior colleagues, contributing to the learning and development of the wider team.
  
• Assisting in equipment management, stock control, and ensuring compliance with infection prevention standards.
  
• Participating in clinical audits, data collection and driving improvements in theatre practice.
  
• Engaging in teaching, supervision, and professional development activities, contributing to a culture of learning.
  What we look for in a Scrub Nurse
  
• As a Registered Nurse (RN) or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP), you will also have –
  
• Recent experience at Band 5 level in a theatre setting
  
• Proven ability to scrub in for a variety of surgical procedures
  
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to patient-centred care
  
• A positive, flexible attitude and a collaborative approach to teamwork
  
• A passion for continuous development and contributing to a high-quality surgical service
  
• A recognised post-registration qualification in theatre or day surgery - desirable
  
• Experience in clinical supervision, change management, or audit and research activities – desirable
  What you can expect in return:
  
• A competitive salary depending on your skills and experience
  
• Work 37.5 hours per week over 4 days (Mon-Sat (Apply online only))
  
• 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
  
• A wide range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
  
• Ongoing professional development and in-house training opportunities
  Apply right now by calling Emma Dempsey at Beautiful Recruitment on (phone number removed)