GIBRALTAR. THEATRE/SCRUB NURSE JOB
IMS Recruitment is recruiting nurses and midwives for a hospital in Gibraltar.
Gibraltar with its high standard of living, Mediterranean climate and modern English-speaking hospitals is a highly attractive place to live and work.
The client is seeking a registered LOCUM NURSE (THEATRES / DAY SURGERY DEPARTMENT) for commencement date asap for a 6 months’ contract.
The candidate would need to be a scrub practitioner with experience in all areas including orthopaedics.
This dual-role position involves responsibilities across pre-operative assessment, intra-operative assistance as the scrub nurse, and post-operative recovery.
The nurse ensures patient safety, maintains sterile technique, and supports the surgical team to deliver efficient, evidence-based care and to provide high-quality perioperative nursing care to patients undergoing day-case surgical procedures.
MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Pre-Operative Duties
* Conduct comprehensive pre-operative assessments, including medical history, allergies, and baseline observations.
* Prepare patients for surgery, offering education, reassurance, and answering questions about procedures and recovery.
* Verify documentation, consent forms, and pre-operative checklists.
* Collaborate with surgeons, anaesthetists, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure surgical readiness.
1. Intra-Operative (Scrub Nurse) Duties
* Prepare the operating room with appropriate instruments, equipment, and supplies.
* Scrub, gown, and glove in accordance with aseptic technique.
* Assist the surgeon by anticipating needs, handling instruments, and maintaining a sterile field.
* Count instruments, sponges, and sharps before, during, and after surgery.
* Maintain accurate documentation of the procedure, specimens, and equipment used.
* Monitor patient safety and report any intra-operative concerns promptly.
1. Post-Operative Duties
* Receive patients into recovery and conduct post-operative assessments.
* Monitor vital signs, level of consciousness, pain, nausea, and surgical site.
* Administer medications as prescribed
* Provide discharge education regarding wound care, medications, activity restrictions, and follow-up appointments.
* Document all post-operative care in alignment with hospital standards.
Requirements
* Applicants must be registered with the UK’s NMC
* BSc in Adult Nursing
* 3 Year’s minimum experience within the Theatre Department
* Available to start asap
On Offer
* Salary based on experience £30,378 to £40,140 (NHS scales)
* Contract. ASAP start for a six month fixed contract
* Free accommodation. sourced by the client
* Return flights
If you wish to be considered, please send a detailed CV to: camelia@imsrecruitment.com at your earliest opportunity.
Your contact:
Camelia Nitu
IMS Recruitment
camelia@imsrecruitment.com
www.imsrecruitment.com
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