Post Anaesthetic Care Unit Practitioner | Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Liverpool is seeking a Band 5 Post Anaesthetic Care Practitioner to join their theatre team. The successful candidate will assist in the care of patients during recovery and maintain high standards of professional conduct. This role offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for ongoing training and development. Shift patterns include evenings and weekends, with participation in an on-call rota.

Benefits

Ongoing support and training

Team-oriented environment

Qualifications

• Registered ODP or RN with HCPC/NMC.
• Experience in anaesthetic care in a theatre setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe admission and discharge of patients.
• Assist in daily running of recovery area.
• Plan and evaluate post-operative patient care.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with HCPC/NMC standards.
• Support patients with sensitive information.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work autonomously

Team working skills

Demonstrable evidence of ongoing professional development

Education

HCPC/NMC registered ODP/RN

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Post Anaesthetic Care Practitioner at Sefton Suite Private Patient Unit, based within the grounds of Aintree University Hospital Trust, for a HCPC/NMC registered ODP/RN to join the theatre team.

We have one operating theatre covering a wide range of major specialities:

• General
• Urology
• Breast
• Endocrine
• Upper G I
• Colorectal
• Orthopaedics
• Head & Neck & Cosmetics

We are excited to welcome an experienced post anaesthetic care practitioner to our team. We are looking for a dynamic and highly motivated individual to work within our busy operating theatre & recovery, in a supportive, team‑oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Safe admission of care and discharge of all patients from the theatre back to the ward or critical care.
• Assist in the day‑to‑day running of the recovery area, ensuring effective communication with theatres and multidisciplinary teams.
• Plan, deliver and evaluate all aspects of patient care for the immediate post‑operative patient.
• Offer support and guidance to staff, using communication and team working skills to contribute to the recovery area.
• Maintain awareness of, and comply with, HCPC/NMC code of professional conduct, Trust policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Ensure effective communication at all levels and disciplines, including confidentiality and Caldicott principles.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with HCPC/NMC standards and Caldicott report.
• Support patients, families and staff effectively communicating sensitive, confidential information with empathy, negotiation and reassurance.

Qualifications and Competencies

• HCPC/NMC registered ODP/RN.
• Demonstrable evidence of ongoing specialist professional development via a personal professional portfolio and the NHS knowledge and skills framework.
• Ability to work autonomously and deliver expert, skilled care to highly dependent patients in a specialised area.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and an ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to deliver the best possible outcomes for patients within our busy theatre.

Working Pattern

Shift patterns include evenings and weekends. Participation in an on‑call rota may be required, depending on service needs.

Benefits and Working Environment

We are proud of a welcoming ethos for new practitioners and a supportive, team‑orientated environment, with ongoing support and training from a team of highly skilled professionals.

Application Details

The advert closes on Monday 8 Dec 2025. Apply online to be considered for this role.