Job summary By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts across any of our client Trusts in England, as well as the ability to develop professionally and gain experience in several wards or areas. Main duties of the job As a member of the theatre team, this role will provide a support functioning to the entire patient journey, providing a key communication role between all members of the health care team. You will assist the Surgeon and the wider team to facilitate the smooth and efficient running of the surgical programme within Orthopaedic Surgery. This will involve all aspects of surgical treatment encompassing Elective and there may be some potential for trauma work. You will be expected to perform these duties with a high degree of clinical skills and knowledge to achieve effective patient care. You will work collaboratively with the Consultant Surgeons to ensure that the full potential of this role is utilised. To act as a patient advocate to ensure the multidisciplinary team gives high quality co-ordinated care. To work under the direct supervision of the medical staff. You will work within the boundaries dictated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council /HCPC and be professionally accountable for his / her own practice. You will have been trained and assessed as fully competent in the skills and activities required of the role to ensure that a high quality of patient care is maintained. Support patients journey from their arrival in the admission unit until leaving the theatre complex. To undertake the Scrub or Anaesthetic role when required. About us Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts. Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges. Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave. Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want. Date posted 28 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £22.99 to £36.79 an hour Contract Bank Working pattern Flexible working Reference number M0042-25-0807 Job locations Colchester Hospital University Nhs Foundation Trust Turner Road Colchester Essex CO4 5JL Job description Job responsibilities Job Title: - Registered Nurse - Surgical First Assistant Trust : - East Suffolk & North Essex NHS Foundation Trust Location: Colchester General Hospital Pay Rates: £22.99 to 36.79 Contract length: Long term placement Working hours: 07.45 AM - 17.45 PM Trust Info: - East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT) provides a full range of services across 2 main hospitals, 6 community hospitals and within the local community including maternity, cardiac and major accident and emergency (A&E) services. With vibrant towns, secluded coastal retreats, and only 90 minutes away from London, you can have the best of both worlds working for ESNEFT. Why might this job interest you? Being a Registered Nurse - Surgical First Assistant in the NHS is a specialised and vital role within surgical teams, ensuring the smooth and safe operation of procedures in operating rooms. This position involves preparing and maintaining sterile equipment, assisting surgeons during operations, and ensuring patient safety throughout surgical interventions. The flexibility in scheduling enables scrub nurses to manage their work hours effectively, contributing to a balanced lifestyle while providing essential support in high-pressure surgical environments. It's a role that requires precision, teamwork, and a dedication to upholding the highest standards of patient care, making scrub nursing both challenging and immensely rewarding. What you can add: As a member of the theatre team, this role will provide a support functioning to the entire patient journey, providing a key communication role between all members of the health care team. You will assist the Surgeon and the wider team to facilitate the smooth and efficient running of the surgical programme within Orthopaedic Surgery. This will involve all aspects of surgical treatment encompassing Elective and there may be some potential for trauma work. You will be expected to perform these duties with a high degree of clinical skills and knowledge to achieve effective patient care. You will work collaboratively with the Consultant Surgeons to ensure that the full potential of this role is utilised. To act as a patient advocate to ensure the multidisciplinary team gives high quality co-ordinated care. To work under the direct supervision of the medical staff. You will work within the boundaries dictated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council /HCPC and be professionally accountable for his / her own practice. You will have been trained and assessed as fully competent in the skills and activities required of the role to ensure that a high quality of patient care is maintained. Support patients journey from their arrival in the admission unit until leaving the theatre complex. To undertake the Scrub or Anaesthetic role when required. The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above. What you'll need: Qualifications: Evidence of professional development First Assistant training course Registered Nurse with current registration on part 1 or 12 of the NMC Register or registered AHP Professional qualifications Student supervision and assessment training Experience: Evidence of continuing professional development at degree / level Experience of collaborative patient-centred working with statutory and voluntary agencies Experience in Orthopaedic theatre Knowledge: Demonstration of professional development and ability to cope with responsibilities of leadership Evidence of experience of managing a team Demonstration of regular updating of professional knowledge Implement and interpret policies and procedures Has a working knowledge of NHS and social care structures systems and processes I.T Skills Experience and understanding of clinical audit / research Skills: Possess good communication skills Demonstrates role model qualities Approachable and supportive to others Can work both autonomously and as part of a multi-professional team Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines Has an enquiring and analytical approach Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills. The benefits we can offer you in return: Putting People in Places to Care be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life. Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly. Blue Light Card NHS Discount Provider First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies. Our team is always happy to help - access our support line any time. Working options to suit your lifestyle being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements. Training and development opportunities via the Trust and NHSPs own academy. Explore different wards, keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience. Being part of the NHSP Community means youll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more. Who are NHS Professionals? NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements. Apply Today By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England. Job description Job responsibilities Job Title: - Registered Nurse - Surgical First Assistant Trust : - East Suffolk & North Essex NHS Foundation Trust Location: Colchester General Hospital Pay Rates: £22.99 to 36.79 Contract length: Long term placement Working hours: 07.45 AM - 17.45 PM Trust Info: - East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT) provides a full range of services across 2 main hospitals, 6 community hospitals and within the local community including maternity, cardiac and major accident and emergency (A&E) services. With vibrant towns, secluded coastal retreats, and only 90 minutes away from London, you can have the best of both worlds working for ESNEFT. Why might this job interest you? Being a Registered Nurse - Surgical First Assistant in the NHS is a specialised and vital role within surgical teams, ensuring the smooth and safe operation of procedures in operating rooms. This position involves preparing and maintaining sterile equipment, assisting surgeons during operations, and ensuring patient safety throughout surgical interventions. The flexibility in scheduling enables scrub nurses to manage their work hours effectively, contributing to a balanced lifestyle while providing essential support in high-pressure surgical environments. It's a role that requires precision, teamwork, and a dedication to upholding the highest standards of patient care, making scrub nursing both challenging and immensely rewarding. What you can add: As a member of the theatre team, this role will provide a support functioning to the entire patient journey, providing a key communication role between all members of the health care team. You will assist the Surgeon and the wider team to facilitate the smooth and efficient running of the surgical programme within Orthopaedic Surgery. This will involve all aspects of surgical treatment encompassing Elective and there may be some potential for trauma work. You will be expected to perform these duties with a high degree of clinical skills and knowledge to achieve effective patient care. You will work collaboratively with the Consultant Surgeons to ensure that the full potential of this role is utilised. To act as a patient advocate to ensure the multidisciplinary team gives high quality co-ordinated care. To work under the direct supervision of the medical staff. You will work within the boundaries dictated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council /HCPC and be professionally accountable for his / her own practice. You will have been trained and assessed as fully competent in the skills and activities required of the role to ensure that a high quality of patient care is maintained. Support patients journey from their arrival in the admission unit until leaving the theatre complex. To undertake the Scrub or Anaesthetic role when required. The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above. What you'll need: Qualifications: Evidence of professional development First Assistant training course Registered Nurse with current registration on part 1 or 12 of the NMC Register or registered AHP Professional qualifications Student supervision and assessment training Experience: Evidence of continuing professional development at degree / level Experience of collaborative patient-centred working with statutory and voluntary agencies Experience in Orthopaedic theatre Knowledge: Demonstration of professional development and ability to cope with responsibilities of leadership Evidence of experience of managing a team Demonstration of regular updating of professional knowledge Implement and interpret policies and procedures Has a working knowledge of NHS and social care structures systems and processes I.T Skills Experience and understanding of clinical audit / research Skills: Possess good communication skills Demonstrates role model qualities Approachable and supportive to others Can work both autonomously and as part of a multi-professional team Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines Has an enquiring and analytical approach Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills. The benefits we can offer you in return: Putting People in Places to Care be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life. Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly. Blue Light Card NHS Discount Provider First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies. Our team is always happy to help - access our support line any time. Working options to suit your lifestyle being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements. Training and development opportunities via the Trust and NHSPs own academy. Explore different wards, keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience. Being part of the NHSP Community means youll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more. Who are NHS Professionals? NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements. Apply Today By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England. Person Specification Experience Essential Evidence of continuing professional development at degree / level Experience of collaborative patient-centred working with statutory and voluntary agencies Experience in Orthopaedic theatre Desirable Specialist qualification in one of the following: Orthopaedics Theatres Critical Care Qualifications Essential All Registered Nurse roles will be required to provide evidence of :- Evidence of professional development First Assistant training course Registered Nurse with current registration on part 1 or 12 of the NMC Register or registered AHP Professional qualifications Student supervision and assessment training Desirable Degree in Specialist Practice Person Specification Experience Essential Evidence of continuing professional development at degree / level Experience of collaborative patient-centred working with statutory and voluntary agencies Experience in Orthopaedic theatre Desirable Specialist qualification in one of the following: Orthopaedics Theatres Critical Care Qualifications Essential All Registered Nurse roles will be required to provide evidence of :- Evidence of professional development First Assistant training course Registered Nurse with current registration on part 1 or 12 of the NMC Register or registered AHP Professional qualifications Student supervision and assessment training Desirable Degree in Specialist Practice Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name NHS Professionals Limited Address Colchester Hospital University Nhs Foundation Trust Turner Road Colchester Essex CO4 5JL Employer's website https://www.nhsprofessionals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)