Scrub Nurse

Role & responsibilities

• Assisting the patient during all stages of surgery
• Checking all equipment before the surgery
• Helping surgeons and assistant surgeons prepare for the surgery
• Assembling emergency and surgical materials for easier access
• Supporting the surgeons during the surgery
• Performing post-surgery checks
• Documenting patient information
• Considering potential complications and creating a plan of action for if the team has to take lifesaving measures
• Washing hands and arms with surgical soap before and after surgical procedures
• Remaining on call to take part in emergency surgery