Locum Paediatric Recovery Nurse – Flexible Shifts

Medacs Healthcare; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Locum Recovery Nurse with paediatric experience for an exciting opportunity at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow. You’ll monitor patients post-surgery, manage pain relief, and ensure clear discharge planning. Candidates must have NMC/HCPC registration and at least one year of post-graduate experience, including six months in the UK. The role offers flexible shifts on weekends, along with comprehensive support and benefits including holiday pay and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Access to employee well-being support

Dedicated consultant support

Online CPD training opportunities

Holiday pay

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Must be registered with NMC/HCPC.
• Minimum of 1 year post-graduate experience required.
• At least 6 months recent experience in the UK within the last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients in the recovery area following surgical procedures.
• Assess and manage pain relief and post-operative complications.
• Ensure safe discharge planning and provide instructions to patients and families.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Respond promptly to changes in patient condition.

Skills

NMC/HCPC registration

Patient monitoring

Pain relief management

Clinical documentation

Education

Minimum 1 year post-graduate experience

6 months recent UK experience in last 3 years

Job description

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Locum Recovery Nurse with paediatric experience for an exciting opportunity at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow. You’ll monitor patients post-surgery, manage pain relief, and ensure clear discharge planning. Candidates must have NMC/HCPC registration and at least one year of post-graduate experience, including six months in the UK. The role offers flexible shifts on weekends, along with comprehensive support and benefits including holiday pay and a pension scheme.