Lead Orthopedic Enhanced Recovery Practitioner

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Nhs Foundation Trust; Healey; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Enhanced Recovery Practitioner for the Orthopaedic unit at Chorley Hospital (Band 6). You will lead the MDT to embed enhanced recovery, educate patients and families, and monitor perioperative progression with a focus on reducing length of stay and supporting discharge planning.

This permanent, full-time role requires strong interpersonal skills, autonomy, and a collaborative approach within the Surgical Orthopaedic Ward team.

Qualifications

• NMC/AHP registration is essential.
• Diploma or Degree in Nursing/AHP is required.
• Mentorship qualification recognised as desirable for leadership.
• Active engagement in ongoing professional development is expected.
• At least 2 years of orthopaedic experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the enhanced recovery pathway for hip and knee arthroplasty.
• Deliver patient education sessions to support informed consent and expectation management.
• Monitor and evaluate patient progress through the perioperative pathway.
• Active involvement in morning team brief and MDT activities.
• Promote early mobilisation, effective pain control and timely discharge.
• Recognise and respond to clinical deterioration or complications.
• Be a single point of contact for patients throughout their journey.
• Liaise with consultants and multidisciplinary team for coordinated care.

Education

NMC/AHP registration

Diploma or Degree in Nursing/AHP

Recognised Mentorship qualification

Evidence of continuing professional education

Minimum 2 years orthopaedic experience

Job description

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Enhanced Recovery Practitioner for the Orthopaedic unit at Chorley Hospital (Band 6). You will lead the MDT to embed enhanced recovery, educate patients and families, and monitor perioperative progression with a focus on reducing length of stay and supporting discharge planning.

This permanent, full-time role requires strong interpersonal skills, autonomy, and a collaborative approach within the Surgical Orthopaedic Ward team.