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Scrub Nurse in London

London has the UK's most concentrated private healthcare market, with hundreds of independent clinics, Harley Street specialists, and major private hospital groups competing for qualified professionals. Scrub Nurse roles in London typically command a 10–20% salary premium over the national average, reflecting both cost of living and the volume of high-end private practice activity across the capital.

About this role

Scrub nurses work directly alongside surgeons during operative procedures, passing instruments and maintaining the sterile field. This demanding perioperative role requires detailed procedural knowledge and the ability to anticipate surgical requirements. Scrub nurses work across all surgical specialties in private hospitals.

Regulator Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
Typical salary £30,000 – £50,000

Common questions

What does a Scrub Nurse do?

A scrub nurse prepares and maintains the sterile instrument field, passes instruments to the surgeon, counts instruments and swabs, and maintains the sterile environment throughout the procedure.

How much does a Scrub Nurse earn in the UK?

Typically £30,000–£50,000 in private hospitals, with higher rates for agency scrub nurses or those with speciality expertise.

What specialties do Scrub Nurses work in?

All surgical specialties, including orthopaedics, cardiac surgery, general surgery, gynaecology, ENT, ophthalmology, and plastic surgery.