Recovery Nurse –
Job Title: Recovery Nurse
Band: Band 5 & 6
Reports to: Recovery Sister / Matron / Clinical Lead
Location: Recovery Unit / Theatres / Post-Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU)
SJK Healthcare Recruitment are recruiting experience nurses to work with our Client in the NHS in Manchester
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.
Skills & Experience Required
Essential:
- 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
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