The scrub nurse is on works directly with the surgeon within the sterile field, passing instruments, sponges, and other items needed during the procedure.
She is the members of the surgical team who prepares and preserves a sterile field in which the operation can take place.
Duties of scrub nurse-
Before an operation
Ensures that the circulating nurse has checked the all the equipment needed during procedure.
Ensures that the theatre has been cleaned before the trolley is set.
Prepares the instruments and equipment needed in the operation.
Prepare own self by using sterile technique like scrubbing, gowning and gloving.
Receives sterile equipment via circulating nurse using sterile technique.
Performs initial sponges, instruments and needle count, checks with circulating nurse.