Band 5 - Theatre Scrub Nurse / Practitioner - Chesterfield
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Posted: January 28, 2026
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Quick Summary
Delivering exceptional theatre and ophthalmic services as a Band 5 Theatre Scrub Nurse/Practitioner in a busy hospital setting, with a focus on providing high-quality patient care and supporting a team of healthcare professionals.
Required Skills
Job Description
We're Hiring: Ophthalmic Scrub Nurses & PractitionersBe part of a trusted and caring team delivering exceptional theatre and ophthalmic services.
Hours: 34.5 hours per weekSchedule: Monday to Friday | Between 08:00 – 18:00Job Share: Available for candidates who can commit to set daysTravel: Flexibility to work across multiple sites in your area
Experience Required
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Theatre Scrub Nurses or Practitioners
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Ophthalmic experience preferred (private sector experience is a bonus)
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Minimum 1 year post-registration experience in a clinical/hospital setting
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Current NMC Registration required
Competitive Pay Rates: £32.50 - £43.24
Key Responsibilities
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Provide scrub experience and clinical support in theatre
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Deliver full patient care from admission to post-op recovery
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Administer drugs per NMC guidelines and manage stock levels
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Maintain and prepare all equipment daily, adhering to safety procedures
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Support consultants and teams in delivering ophthalmic care
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Adhere to clinical governance and record-keeping policies
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Participate in weekend and “on-call” rotas
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Uphold patient confidentiality per the Data Protection Act
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Assist at nearby clinics as needed
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Undertake in-house ALS training
Knowledge & Skills
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Proficient in Microsoft Office: Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
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Confident decision-maker with enthusiasm and initiative
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Excellent verbal and written communication
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Team player passionate about patient care
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Flexible and adaptable to service needs
Values & Behaviours
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Passionate about theatre work
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A real self-starter
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Compassionate, caring, and service-oriented
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Committed to delivering excellence
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