Theatre Scrub Nurse

POSITION SUMMARY

In this nursing role, you will prepare the operating room for the patient, setting up the tools and making sure the field is sterile. It is the duty of the scrub nurse to assist the surgical team by donning sterile masks, gloves and gowns as well as aid the physician by passing instruments during surgery. It is essential to maintain a high standard of nursing care. The role should be carried out in professional manner and in accordance with the Hospital protocols and consultants’ preferences.

KEY ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensuring all necessary equipment is available for surgical procedures prior to surgery and to ensure the theatre and its areas are maintained to the required standard before, during and after surgery. It is imperative that a sterile environment is always maintained.
Other responsibilities include ensuring adequate levels of stock are maintained within theatre and to complete all swab checks and instrument checks in accordance with the company policy.
Assisting the surgeon by taking on the surgical procedures of draping instrumentation and any requirements that are expected within the role and taking part and enforcing World Health Organisation’s ‘Safe Surgical Checklist’ will be expected.
Providing a clear and concise pre/post operation handover from Ward/Recovery Nurse is expected to ensure a smooth transition for the patient and ensuring medical staff orders are correctly interpreted and carried out.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

Recognised degree in nursing
Current licensure as a registered nurse with the Nurse and Midwifery Council of Malta
Extensive knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
Knowledge of emergency care
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families and all medical and hospital staff
A team player with effective communication and interpersonal skills
Be responsible and compassionate
Possess excellent communication skills
Computer literate
Good time management
Excellent organisation skills
Professional and friendly attitude.