Orthopaedic Scrub Nurse (NMC Registered)

Quick Medix are currently recruiting experienced Orthopaedic Scrub Nurses (NMC Registered) for temporary theatre requirements in Newport, South Wales.

We are seeking skilled and confident Registered Nurses with previous orthopaedic scrub experience who are looking for flexible agency opportunities and competitive rates of pay.

Successful candidates will work within a surgical theatre environment, assisting with orthopaedic procedures and delivering high standards of perioperative patient care.

Pay: £35.00 - £40.00 per hour (umbrella assignment rate).

Flexible temporary shifts available, subject to service requirements.

• Provide specialist scrub nursing assistance during orthopaedic surgical procedures.
• Prepare and maintain sterile surgical instruments, equipment and operating theatre environments.
• Assist surgeons during elective and trauma orthopaedic procedures within individual competencies.
• Maintain accurate surgical instrument, swab and needle counts.
• Ensure compliance with aseptic techniques, infection prevention and theatre safety protocols.
• Assist with patient preparation and positioning for surgical procedures.
• Maintain accurate theatre documentation and patient records.
• Work collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists, theatre practitioners and multidisciplinary teams.
• Promote patient safety and deliver high standards of perioperative care.

• Full and active NMC registration as a Registered Nurse (RGN).
• Previous experience working as an Orthopaedic Scrub Nurse within an operating theatre.
• Strong knowledge of orthopaedic surgical instruments, procedures and sterile techniques.
• Experience assisting with elective or trauma orthopaedic surgery.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS clearance or willingness to complete the necessary checks.
• Up-to-date mandatory training, including life support, infection prevention and safeguarding.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary theatre team.
• Ability to work confidently in a busy surgical environment.
• Willingness to complete any additional client-specific compliance or clinical competency requirements before placement.

• Competitive umbrella assignment rate of £35.00 - £40.00 per hour.
• Flexible temporary theatre opportunities.
• Opportunity to work within specialist orthopaedic surgical environments.
• Valuable experience working alongside established multidisciplinary surgical teams.
• Dedicated recruitment consultant and ongoing support.
• Weekly payroll through PAYE umbrella arrangements.
• Opportunities for further assignments subject to demand and availability.

Important Information -

Applicants must hold active NMC registration and have previous orthopaedic scrub experience. This particular vacancy is intended for NMC-registered nurses.

All candidates must complete the required compliance checks, professional registration verification, employment references, occupational health clearance and any additional client-specific training before commencing an assignment.

Unfortunately, visa sponsorship cannot be provided at this time.

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