Operating Room Nurse (UK/Europe Based)

About the role

A leading international hospital in Dubai is looking for experienced and dedicated Operating Room Nurses, preferably Western-trained, to join its advanced surgical team. The role suits nurses passionate about perioperative care who want to work in a modern, multidisciplinary operating theatre environment.

Key responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, safe and effective perioperative nursing care across various surgical specialties.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining the operating room before, during and after surgery.
• Ensure surgical instruments, equipment and supplies are sterile, organised and accounted for.
• Work as a scrub nurse, circulating nurse or in recovery, depending on assignment and shift.
• Monitor patients throughout the perioperative phases, ensuring comfort, safety and optimal recovery.
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists and the wider surgical team.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with hospital policies, safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support infection control measures and take part in quality improvement initiatives within the OR.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing from a recognised Western institution (e.g. UK, Ireland, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa).
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience in the Operating Room within an acute hospital setting.
• Current or eligible DHA license (Dubai Health Authority).
• Willingness to work in Dubai.

Required skills

• BLS certification required; ACLS and/or PALS preferred.
• Strong understanding of sterile techniques, surgical safety protocols and OR best practices.
• Excellent critical thinking, communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to adapt in a multicultural environment and work under pressure.