Optegra Eye Health Care
Scrub Nurse
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Experienced Scrub Nurse – Prestige Private Eye Hospital, Whiteley
At Optegra, we’re thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for an experienced Scrub Nurse to join our fast-growing and supportive team at our prestigious private eye hospital in Whiteley. This role comes with fully funded training programs, making it ideal for those who want to develop their skills while providing exceptional patient care.
About Optegra Eye Healthcare
Optegra Eye Healthcare has been proudly recognised as one of 115 Best Big Places to Work 2025 by the Sunday Times. We’re committed to fostering an exceptional working environment where your growth, wellbeing, and contributions are valued every step of the way.
Why Work at Optegra?
We’re proud to be a ‘great place to work’ with a host of unbeatable benefits:
- Generous salary (up to £46,575 per annum based on experience)
- Matched pension contributions
- 33 days’ annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
- Flexible & SMART working for a healthier work-life balance
- Fully funded training & development
- Anniversary celebrations & loyalty recognition
- STAR Awards (annual recognition programme)
- Blue Light Card (amazing discounts online & at top retailers)
- Free laser eye treatment for you + 20% discount for family/friends
- Private healthcare, 24/7 GP access, free physio & counselling
- Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
- Cycle to Work scheme & Season Ticket Loan
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The Role
The Scrub Nurse will play a critical role in the Ophthalmic Surgical pathway, providing exceptional patient care and supporting the operating theatre team, including peri-operative and post-operative duties.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform a full range of registered healthcare duties, including:
- Assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care (under Practitioner supervision)
- Maintaining patient privacy, dignity, and consent while adhering to Trust/department policies
- Anticipate surgical team needs, ensuring appropriate instrumentation is available
- Ensure correct disposal of surgical waste and proper decontamination/sterilisation of reusable equipment (with full traceability)
- Complete documentation accurately for patient and equipment traceability
- Assist with minor ophthalmic operations in line with departmental protocols
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Requirements
To excel in this role, you must have:
- Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) status
- Current NMC/ODP registration (with no restrictions)
- Specialist qualification in Ophthalmology or Perioperative Care
- Minimum 1 year of Ophthalmic Surgical Theatre experience
- Strong IT skills (proficient in Microsoft Office)
- Awareness of NMC Professional Code of Conduct responsibilities
- Understanding of CQC standards & compliance requirements
Why Join Us?
At Optegra, we believe in your potential and want to help you succeed—both professionally and personally.
"You’ll see and feel the Optegra difference when you walk through the door—and you’ll have every opportunity to make a real impact."
Our vision and history are outlined here.
Optegra is a truly inclusive workplace, welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Join a supportive team that values ** diversity and encourages you to be your authentic self**.
Next Steps
Apply now—ικούς applications are encouraged, as vacancies may close once filled.
(See the full details on Optegra’s careers portal.)
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