Junior Staff Nurse PACU

NHS; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Guildford seeks an experienced PACU Nurse to take on the role of Sister/Charge Nurse. Candidates must have strong clinical skills and the ability to develop staff while providing high-quality, evidence-based Post Anaesthetic Recovery Care. The position supports professional growth in a collaborative environment, and successful applicants will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with opportunities for further training. Apply now to join a progressive healthcare team.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and wellbeing program

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in Post Anaesthetic Care, HDU or Critical Care Experience at Band 5.
• Ability to manage and teach junior staff effectively.
• Evidence of Advanced Skills in Practice – IV Additives.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standard Post Anaesthetic Recovery Care to all patients.
• Assist in managing the nursing service in the clinical area.
• Lead teaching and management of junior staff in the PACU.

Skills

Post Anaesthetic Care experience

Clinical expertise

Interpersonal skills

Education

Registered Nurse Part 1 or 12 / City & Guilds 752 / NVQ Level III in Operating Department Practice

Degree / Diploma or equivalent experience

Evidence of recent professional updating

Tools

Intermediate Life Support (ILS)

Paediatric Intermediate Life Support (PILS)

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking to appoint an experienced, clinically sound PACU nurse who is enthusiastic to develop others and be involved in the education and development of staff in the role of Sister/Charge nurse Practice Development Lead for PACU.

A candidate with strong interpersonal skills to complement our established team and take the lead of one of our sub-divided teams in PACU.

You will possess clinical expertise, act as a resource for the patients, nursing and medical colleagues and actively participate in further development of services within the Post Anaesthetic Care Unit.

Nursing within the day surgery PACU, main theatre PACU and outlying services provides an opportunity to develop your high dependency skills within a very friendly, supportive and progressive environment.

The unit provides post-operative care for a wide range of surgical specialities including Brachy Therapy, Hepato-biliarily, Robotic and Maxillo Facial surgery.

You will find yourself regularly challenged in an area where your ongoing professional development will be actively encouraged and supported. Team members are highly valued and innovation is supported within the unit.

Main Duties

• Assist the PACU Team Lead nurse in leading the nursing team in the provision of high quality, research based, nursing care that is patient-focused.
• Act as a role model to less experienced nurses, ensuring appropriate care of post anaesthetic and critically ill patients within the Post Anaesthetic Care Unit is planned, implemented and evaluated.
• Support the PACU Team Lead nurse in the management and facilitation of the development of staff creating an effective team.
• Foster a multidisciplinary approach to patient care in line with Clinical Governance.
• Assist in the management and organization of the nursing service in the clinical area, with a focus on practice development and the teaching and management of more junior staff or those in training, and on a regular basis to take charge of the PACU Area.

About Us

Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5 000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.

We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has given us an overall rating of Outstanding.

Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.

Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.

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Key Details

• Date posted: 19 December 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 6
• Salary: £40,617 to £48,778 a year per annum (pro rata) including High Cost Area Supplement
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 384-AR-EMF19612
• Job location: Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, Egerton Road, Guildford, GU2 7XX

Job Responsibilities

Provide a high standard of Post Anaesthetic Recovery Care to all patients following a variety of surgical procedures, reflecting individual competencies and education, ensuring that care is evidence based and patient centred.

Assist in the management and organisation of the nursing service in the clinical area including the teaching and management of more junior staff or those in training, and on a regular basis take charge of the Post Anaesthetic Care Area.

Person Specification – Qualifications (Essential)

• Registered Nurse Part 1 or 12 / City & Guilds 752 / NVQ Level III in Operating Department Practice
• Degree / Diploma or evidence of equivalent experience
• Evidence of recent professional updating and relevant personal development
• Practice Supervisor
• IV Additives
• Intermediate Life Support (ILS)
• Paediatric Intermediate Life Support (PILS)

Person Specification – Qualifications (Desirable)

• Practice Assessor, Mentor Prep or equivalent
• ALERT
• Management Qualification

Person Specification – Knowledge (Essential)

• Demonstrable experience in Post Anaesthetic Care, HDU or Critical Care Experience at Band 5
• CPD – Evidence of post qualifying and continuing professional development
• Ability to liaise with other members of the multi-disciplinary team
• Evidence of Advanced Skills in Practice – IV Additives

Person Specification – Knowledge (Desirable)

• Knowledge of Clinical Governance
• Management of Staff and Resources

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Egerton Road

Guildford, GU2 7XX

Website: https://www.royalsurrey.nhs.uk/