Overview
Recovery Nurse – SJK Healthcare Limited
Job Details
Job Title: Recovery Nurse
Band: Band 5 & 6
Reports to: Recovery Sister / Matron / Clinical Lead
Location: Recovery Unit / Theatres / PACU
Job Purpose
To provide high-quality, compassionate, and individualised care to patients recovering from surgery or anaesthesia. The Recovery Nurse ensures patient safety, comfort, and readiness for discharge to the ward or home.
Key Responsibilities
* Clinical Duties: Monitor and maintain airway, breathing, and circulation of unconscious or semi-conscious patients.
* Assess and manage pain, administer analgesia, and provide wound care.
* Identify and respond to post-operative complications.
* Administer medications and fluids as prescribed.
* Ensure safe handover of patients to ward staff or discharge team.
* Teamwork & Supervision: Work collaboratively with anaesthetists, surgeons, and theatre staff.
* Guide and support junior nurses, student nurses, and support workers.
* Coordinate care in the absence of senior staff.
* Documentation & Communication: Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
* Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
* Uphold patient confidentiality and dignity at all times.
* Flexibility & Support: Work across different areas including wards, pre-assessment clinics, and therapy units as needed.
* Participate in on-call rotas and night shifts where applicable.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Registered Nurse (Adult) or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP).
* Good communication and organisational skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Knowledge of NMC/HCPC codes and clinical governance.
* Basic IT skills.
* NHS experience
Working Conditions
* Fast-paced clinical environment with exposure to surgical procedures.
* May involve unsociable hours, night shifts, and on-call duties.
* Requires physical stamina and emotional resilience.
* Must comply with infection prevention and control protocols.
What We Offer
* Competitive rates of pay
* Weekly pay
* Flexible shift pattern Full time, Part-time & Ad Hoc
* Working across leading NHS sites in Greater Manchester Area
* Ongoing Support from our recruitment team
Note: We do not offer Sponsorship.
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