Post-Op Theatre Recovery Specialist

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Chichester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Registered Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner to join the Theatre Recovery/CTC Recovery team. You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for patients in the operating theatre recovery suites, with opportunities to develop critical care and high dependency skills in a supportive environment.

The role requires excellent communication, the ability to adapt quickly in a demanding setting and to work within a multidisciplinary

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly in a demanding environment.
• Support from line managers with various trainings and professional development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care in the operating theatre recovery suites.
• Provide high standard post-operative care including care of unconscious patients.
• Assist in teaching learners and promoting an environment conducive to learning.

Skills

Nurse registration

Airway management

Pain management

Critical care

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Registered Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner to join the Theatre Recovery/CTC Recovery team. You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for patients in the operating theatre recovery suites, with opportunities to develop critical care and high dependency skills in a supportive environment.

The role requires excellent communication, the ability to adapt quickly in a demanding setting and to work within a multidisciplinary