Job Title: Scrub Nurse (Vascular)
Company: London Bridge Healthcare, a part of Richmond Pharmacology
Location: London Bridge (On-site)
Term: Permanent
Salary: Band 6 NHS
Website: https://londonbridgehealthcare.co.uk/
London Bridge Healthcare is part of Richmond Pharmacology and is a new state‑of‑the‑art private medical clinic based near London Bridge station. Our team specialises in a variety of medical services including Varicose Vein Treatment – Radiofrequency Ablation, Coronary Health Checks, Gynaecology, Dermatology and hand and wrist pain.
The Role:
We are seeking an experienced Scrub Nurse to support consultant‑led minor surgical procedures performed under local anaesthetic. These procedures include varicose vein treatments such as endo‑venous laser ablation (EVLA) radiofrequency ablation, and a range of minor urology and dermatology procedures. The post holder will provide high standards of peri‑operative care across the patient pathway (pre‑operative assessment and preparation, intra‑operative scrub/scout support, and post‑operative recovery and discharge) while ensuring safe practice, excellent infection prevention and control, effective stock and equipment management, and compliance with relevant clinical governance requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide safe, effective perioperative nursing care in a minor operating theatre, in line with the NMC Code, AfPP protocols, CQC regulations, local policies and evidence‑based practice.
- Undertake the scrub role for planned procedures (including EVLA for varicose veins and a range of minor urology and dermatology procedures), maintaining aseptic technique and an organised sterile field throughout.
- Undertake the circulating (scout) role as required, supporting theatre flow, patient safety checks and maintaining the theatre environment.
- Prepare theatre and procedure rooms: check, assemble and set up instruments, consumables and equipment (including laser console/fibre sets where applicable) prior to lists.
- Complete and document safety checks, including WHO Surgical Safety Checklist (Sign In/Time Out/Sign Out) and device‑specific checks as required.
- Laser safety: adhere to local laser safety rules; ensure correct signage, protective eyewear, controlled access, safe handling and disposal of laser fibres, and escalation of equipment concerns to the appropriate lead.
- Support outpatient consultations and pre‑assessment clinics: welcome patients, complete baseline observations, update medical history, and ensure required investigations/results are available for the consultant.
- Undertake venepuncture/phlebotomy within competence and in line with policy, including correct labelling, handling and timely processing/dispatch of samples.
- Perform 12‑lead ECGs within competence, ensuring correct patient identification, accurate recording, basic quality checks and prompt escalation of any concerns in line with protocol.
- Assist consultants during outpatient and procedure‑room activity as required (e.g., chaperoning, preparing equipment and consumables, maintaining aseptic technique for minor procedures, and providing patient support throughout).
- Assist the clinician with ultrasound‑guided and minimally invasive procedures as appropriate within competence, anticipating needs and maintaining patient dignity and comfort.
- Provide pre‑operative assessment and preparation, including consent verification, allergy/VTE risk checks, baseline observations and skin preparation in accordance with protocol.
- Support post‑operative care and discharge, including wound care, pain assessment, patient education (e.g., compression use, mobility advice) and escalation of concerns.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in patient records (written and electronic), including implants/consumables used, batch numbers, and any incidents/near misses.
- Maintain infection prevention and control standards: cleaning between cases, management of sharps, and appropriate decontamination and segregation of reusable instruments.
- Ensure safe storage, handling and stock control of medicines and consumables as applicable to the role and local policy.
- Manage theatre stock levels: monitor usage, rotate stock, place orders, and ensure availability of procedure‑specific packs and emergency equipment.
- Participate in audits, incident reporting, risk assessments and quality improvement activity, supporting compliance with CQC essential standards.
- Maintain competency through training (including laser safety and device training) and participate in mandatory training, appraisal and supervision as required.
- Work collaboratively with consultants, healthcare assistants and administrative staff to ensure efficient lists, patient flow and high‑quality patient experience.
Additional responsibilities:
- Encouraging the development and progress of the clinic.
- Contribute to the development of new patient services, specialties, and procedures.
- Participate in developing the philosophy, goals and objectives for health care provided in the clinic.
- Provide cover in the absence of the clinical services manager.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Registered Nurse (RGN) with current NMC registration.
- Recent experience as a Scrub Nurse/Theatre Nurse (scrubbing in, gowning, gloving, draping, passing instruments in a minor‑ops, day surgery or outpatient theatre setting is essential).
- Experience assisting with varicose vein procedures (e.g., EVLA and/or radiofrequency ablation) and working to agreed clinical pathways and protocols (highly desirable).
- Understanding of laser surgery safety principles with evidence of relevant training/competency (or willingness to complete training).
- Strong knowledge of aseptic technique, instrument handling, IPC standards and peri‑operative documentation.
- Competent in venepuncture/phlebotomy and recording 12‑lead ECGs (or willingness to undertake training and competency assessment).
- Effective communication skills and ability to work as part of a small multidisciplinary team.
Schedule:
Day Shift – Monday – Friday
