Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Staff Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner - Scrub

The closing date is 17 April 2026

Job summary

The post holder is responsible for assessment of care needs of patients, planning programmes of care, implementation and evaluation of these programmes with direct supervision. At times they will have management responsibility for being in-charge of the ward and supervising junior members of staff. The post holder will be a key member in relation to the development of practice in the clinical area. They will be working independently/autonomously and at times without direct supervision, accountable for their own professional actions. Ensuring the safety and well-being of service users, and always working in a manner that promotes dignity and human rights through the adoption of person centred care principles.

Main duties of the job

We have an exciting Band 5 Staff Nurse- Scrub opportunity which has come available within our Operating department at Moorfields Eye Hospital - City Road.

The successful candidates will need to have excellent communication skills, be highly motivated, demonstrates good leadership, and be committed to the delivery of high-quality care within all areas of the ophthalmic theatre.

The successful candidates will hold the appropriate qualifications to be a currently registered practitioner (RGN/ODP) and demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development.

The post holder will be responsible for the assessment, planning, and provision of specialist ophthalmic nursing advice and carries out specialist nursing procedures in scrub as well as providing care and support in the clinical setting as part of the perioperative pathway.

We are committed to ongoing professional development and opportunities exist to undertake a wide range of in-house and external courses. Rotational opportunities throughout the other ophthalmic departments that make up Moorfields can be accommodated upon request.

About us

What's in it for You?

At Moorfields, we invest in you--your growth, your wellbeing, your future.You'll join a flexible, supportive organisation offering:

o Competitive salary (including high-cost area supplement)o Membership of the NHS Pension Schemeo 24/7 independent counselling supporto Career-long learning and development opportunitieso Excellent transport connectionso Access to NHS and Blue Light discount schemeso Free Pilates classeso Full support and training to develop your skills

And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please view our Moorfields benefits leaflet.

Date posted

16 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£38,488 to £46,852 a year Per Annum (Inclusive of HCAS)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

273-DC-7904025-A

Job locations

Moorfields Eye Hospital

162 City Road

London

EC1V 2PD

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will work closely with the senior staff and multidisciplinary team members in monitoring and maintaining excellent clinical standards of clinical practice and staff development as part of the theatre team.

As a member of the theatre team perform the tasks of scrub practitioner following all checks and procedures as laid down in National / Theatre Policy.

As a member of the theatre team perform the tasks of scrub practitioner and support other members of the multidisciplinary team.

To be responsible for the continuing professional development and overall performance of all staff by acting as a mentor with the support of their senior colleagues.

The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant documentation without direct supervision and is required to demonstrate procedures in place to support safe patient care

To be flexible in the approach to the clinical area and provide cover for any area specified as appropriate to knowledge and training.

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a member of the theatre team perform the tasks of scrub practitioner following all checks and procedures as laid down in National / Theatre Policy.

As a member of the theatre team perform the tasks of scrub practitioner and support other members of the multidisciplinary team.

To be responsible for the continuing professional development and overall performance of all staff by acting as a mentor with the support of their senior colleagues.

The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant documentation without direct supervision and is required to demonstrate procedures in place to support safe patient care

To be flexible in the approach to the clinical area and provide cover for any area specified as appropriate to knowledge and training.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Registered with NMC/HCPC

Experience

Essential

Previous Theatre/Scrub Experience
Previous Ophthalmology Experience

Desirable

Completion of Preceptorship/Mentorship
Demonstrates awareness of evidence based practice

Knowledge/Skills

Essential

Demonstrates evidence of commitment to professional development.
Able to work under own initiative within boundaries of role.
Able to prioritise own workload and that of others as appropriate.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Registered with NMC/HCPC

Experience

Essential

Previous Theatre/Scrub Experience
Previous Ophthalmology Experience

Desirable

Completion of Preceptorship/Mentorship
Demonstrates awareness of evidence based practice

Knowledge/Skills

Essential

Demonstrates evidence of commitment to professional development.
Able to work under own initiative within boundaries of role.
Able to prioritise own workload and that of others as appropriate.

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

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

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Moorfields Eye Hospital

162 City Road

London

EC1V 2PD

Employer's website

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Moorfields Eye Hospital

162 City Road

London

EC1V 2PD

Employer's website

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)