Scrub Nurse in Rotherham

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The role is being offered by a modern boutique private hospital in Rotherham, South Yorkshire. The hospital serves the population of South Yorkshire and beyond, and is easily accessed via train, M1 and M18. Free parking is provided. Facilities at the hospital include 21 inpatient beds, disabled-friendly rooms, 2 laminar flow operating theatres and 3 consultation rooms. The hospital offers the most up to date surgical treatments combined with a warm welcome and a professional and caring service from our nursing team. The hospital specialises in the areas of orthopaedics, cosmetic surgery, and women's health, but also undertakes general surgery.

The hospital seeks a full time Perioperative Nurse / Scrub nurse to work in their busy theatres. The nurse is responsible for providing high-quality, safe, and effective peri-operative care to patients undergoing surgical procedures. The role focuses on maintaining a sterile environment, supporting the surgical team, and ensuring excellent patient outcomes in line with professional standards and CQC requirements.

Clinical Duties

• Acts as scrub practitioner for a wide range of surgical procedures in line with individual competency and training.
• Prepare operating theatres prior to surgery, ensuring all equipment, instruments, and consumables are available and checked.
• Maintain strict aseptic technique and sterile fields throughout surgical procedures.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and surgical team to ensure procedures run efficiently and safely.

Patient Care and Safety

• Deliver patient-centred care, with dignity, respect, and compassion at all times.
• Actively contribute to patient safety, incident reporting, and learning from near misses.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control policies and best practice.
• Participate in safeguarding responsibilities in line with legislation and hospital policy.
• Ensure accurate documentation is completed contemporaneously and in line with regulatory standards.

Governance & Compliance

• Work in accordance with NMC Code of Conduct and hospital policies.
• Support compliance with CQC standards and participate in audits where required.
• Maintain up-to-date mandatory training and professional development.
• Participate in clinical governance activities, including risk assessments and service improvement initiatives.

Teamwork & Communication

• Work collaboratively with consultants, anaesthetists, ODP's, recovery staff and wider multi-disciplinary teams.
• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, and colleagues.
• Support junior staff and contribute to a positive learning environment.
• Escalate concerns appropriately to senior staff.

Professional Development

• Maintain NMC registration and revalidation requirements.
• Engage in ongoing training to expand surgical competencies where appropriate.
• Participate in appraisal, supervision, and reflective practice.

PERSON ATTRIBUTES

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration.
• Scrub experience within an operating theatre environment.
• Strong knowledge of infection control and aseptic technique.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work flexibly, including occasional evenings or weekends if required.

Desirable

• Experience in a private hospital setting.
• Competency in multiple surgical specialities.
• Previous involvement in audits or quality improvement.
• Immediate Life Support (ILS) certification.

WHAT'S ON OFFER

• Gross annual salary: between £30,000 to £35,000 (depending on experience and designation).
• Working hours: 38-40 hours per week, across 5 days.
• Holidays: 28 days paid annual leave (pro rata).
• Supportive and professional working environment.
• Opportunities for skills development and role expansion.
• High-quality, elective surgical environment.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• Supportive workplace, stable and progressive team culture.
• Benefits: Workplace pension, free car parking, visa sponsorship & relocation support for suitably qualified international applicants.

GOOD NEWS IF YOU ARE IN UK ON SPONSORED VISA AND LOOKING FOR A NEW SPONSOR: The employer is a government registered visa sponsor and supported by Blackgold Plus Sponsor Management, thereby offering a secure and transparent route to employment.

Important note: UK applicants - Prospective employers may ask for proof of right to work in UK (e.g., passport copy or other eligible evidence) to be sent by email or post before calling you for onsite interview. If you cannot or will not provide in advance your application may be rejected. You must produce evidence in original form at time of interview.

Overseas applicants - Kindly note relevant fees/charges relating to UKVI Skilled Worker Sponsorship are borne by you (incl. travel to UK) (employer pays relevant UKVI sponsor fees). If you are eligible for the post and agree to the aforementioned in principle, we will send you full details and related costs of UK employment and visa formalities. Please note the salary figure stated in this ad is based on the minimum immigration salary as stated in the Certificate of Sponsorship (COS) PLUS variable bonuses, incentives etc.

Please note Blackgold International do NOT ask for upfront payment for shortlisting your CV for this vacancy.

DUE TO EXPECTED VOLUME OF RESPONSES, WE ARE UNABLE TO DEAL WITH PHONE INQUIRIES SO PLEASE DO NOT CALL, WE WILL CONTACT YOU IF SHORTLISTED.

How to Apply: Please send your CV and, ideally a short video introduction to enhance your application. Supporting documents such as references, commendations, or work portfolios will boost your chances of selection. Overseas applicants will be advised of potential visa-related costs after shortlisting. No fees are required to apply or be reviewed.

About Blackgold International: Blackgold International are a nationwide specialist recruitment organisation serving the UK's commerce and industry. Together with our legal division, Blackgold Plus Industry Legal, we are a government regulated commercial immigration adviser with specialist expertise in Skilled Worker sponsorship formalities for both employees and employers. We provide personalised recruitment, visa guidance (if required), plus initial relocation and future support tailored to each candidate. For assurance and peace of mind we place you with stable and reliable Blackgold International approved sponsor employers only. We source you fantastic UK job opportunities and present your profile to a high standard. For BEST salary awards, personal growth and long-term job satisfaction choose to work for Blackgold International accredited organisations.

Blackgold International (inc. Blackgold Plus Industry Legal) are regulated by Immigration Advice Authority (IAA) and is a member of Immigration Law Practitioners Association (ILPA) and are also a Corporate Member of The Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC).

Closing date 01/03/2026.