Scrub Nurse

Roles & Responsibilities

Responsibilities

· Prepare and perform all surgical procedures in a sterile manner, observing all principles of asepsis and sterility

· Coordinate and prepare surgical equipment, instrument and consumables specific to the daily surgical list and preferences of surgeon

· Conduct a full count of instruments and accessories before the start of an operation, after the closure of any major cavity, and the end of the operation

· Handle all sharps and contaminated waste in a safe and effective manner

· Participate in the assisting of safe anesthetic care for general, regional and deep sedation anesthesia

· Perform scrubbing, circulating and recovery duties

· Provide pre & post-operative care for patients

· Assist with cleaning and transferring of patient to the recovery area

· Carry out proper housekeeping in accordance to Infection Control Standards

· Manage Operating Theatre facility

· Assist with the cleaning of the operating room

· Scrub Nurse duties

· Experience in handling ENT/ Plastic/ Urology/ Dental/ Ophthalmology/O&G

· Performs any other duties as assigned

Requirements

· Candidate must possess Diploma/Degree in Nursing from a recognised institution as approved by Singapore Nursing Board

· SNB registered Nurse

· At least 2 years of experience in healthcare operating theatre settings

· Able to thrive in fast-pace environment

· Proactive and supportive in carrying out new initiatives

· Able to commit to 2 rotating shift hours (Weekdays 7am - 7pm/ Sat 7am - 1pm)

Tell employers what skills you have

Health Promotion
Scrub Nurse
Postoperative Care
General Anesthesia
Surgical Procedure
Patient Transfer
Deep Sedation
Treatment
Nursing Education
Terminations
Hazardous Waste Management
Sterilization
Nursing
Surgical Instruments
Medical Records
Nursing Care