Band 5 Theatre Nurse - Ophthalmology
Posted 2 weeks ago by ID Medical
£425 Per day
Undetermined
Undetermined
Wales, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The role of Band 5 Theatre Nurse - Ophthalmology involves providing high-quality perioperative nursing care during insourced ophthalmic surgical lists across NHS and independent sector hospitals in North Wales, South Wales, and the Midlands. The position requires flexibility to work as a scrub nurse, circulating nurse, or anaesthetic support nurse, while ensuring patient safety and maintaining strict aseptic techniques. Candidates must possess relevant nursing qualifications and theatre experience, particularly in ophthalmology. The role offers competitive pay and the opportunity to support NHS waiting list initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality perioperative nursing care during insourced ophthalmic surgical lists.
- Work flexibly as a scrub nurse, circulating nurse, or anaesthetic support nurse as required.
- Prepare and check ophthalmic theatre equipment, instruments, implants, and consumables in line with the surgical list.
- Assist surgeons during ophthalmic procedures, maintaining strict aseptic technique.
- Support procedures performed under local, regional, or general anaesthesia.
- Undertake pre-operative safety checks, including patient identity, consent, laterality, and IOL verification.
- Ensure accurate documentation in line with host trust and insourcing company requirements.
- Participate in post-operative handover and patient monitoring where required.
- Provide compassionate, patient-centred care, ensuring reassurance and clear communication throughout the surgical pathway.
- Maintain patient dignity, privacy, and confidentiality.
Key Skills:
- NMC Registered Nurse (Adult).
- Diploma/Degree in Nursing.
- Ophthalmic qualification/evidence of specialist training.
- Theatre experience (ophthalmic preferred).
- Flexible, reliable, and able to adapt to new sites.
Salary (Rate): £425 daily
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Location: North Wales, South Wales and Midlands
Dates: ASAP until the end of March, potential to extend
Shift Days: Weekends
Pay: £350-£425 per day
Make a Difference ID Medical Insourcing is seeking experienced Ophthalmic Theatre Nurses to support high-volume insourcing lists across NHS and independent sector hospitals.
Who We’re Looking For
We Are Recruiting Specialists From The Following Professional Backgrounds
- Band 4 Ophthalmic Technician
- Band 5 Pre-Operative Assessment Nurse
- Band 5 Outpatient Nurse
- Band 5 Ward Nurse
- Band 5 Theatre Nurse
- Band 6 Nurse in Charge
Requirements
- NMC Registered Nurse (Adult)
- Diploma/Degree in Nursing
- Ophthalmic qualification/evidence of specialist training
- Theatre experience (ophthalmic preferred)
- Flexible, reliable, and able to adapt to new sites
What We Offer
- Competitive rates
- Flexible working
- Opportunity to support NHS waiting list initiatives
Role Overview
- Deliver high-quality perioperative nursing care during insourced ophthalmic surgical lists.
- Work flexibly as a scrub nurse, circulating nurse, or anaesthetic support nurse as required.
- Prepare and check ophthalmic theatre equipment, instruments, implants (including IOLs), and consumables in line with the surgical list.
- Assist surgeons during ophthalmic procedures, maintaining strict aseptic technique.
- Support procedures performed under local, regional, or general anaesthesia.
- Undertake pre-operative safety checks, including patient identity, consent, laterality, and IOL verification.
- Ensure accurate documentation in line with host trust and insourcing company requirements.
- Participate in post-operative handover and patient monitoring where required.
- Provide compassionate, patient-centred care, ensuring reassurance and clear communication throughout the surgical pathway.
- Maintain patient dignity, privacy, and confidentiality.