Recovery Nurse

Medacs Healthcare; Scotland; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency in Scotland seeks a qualified Recovery Nurse to join their surgical recovery services team in Glasgow. The role requires a minimum of 6 months UK-based Operating Theatre experience and valid HCPC or NMC Registration. This position offers the chance to work with experienced surgical teams in a dynamic environment, providing high-quality patient care during recovery phases. Flexible hours and opportunities for professional development await the ideal candidate.

Benefits

Fast-track registration

Registration and onboarding support

Referral bonuses

Opportunities across the UK and internationally

Qualifications

• Qualified Recovery Nurse with valid HCPC or NMC Registration.
• Minimum of 6 months UK-based post-registration experience.
• Right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care to patients in recovery phases of surgery.
• Prepare and monitor patients pre-, during, and post-surgery.
• Create evidence-based care plans and ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

HCPC or NMC Registration (RGN/ODP)

Minimum of 6 months UK based Operating Theatre experience

Job description

Recovery Nurse (Agency) - Glasgow

Salary: £270 - £360 p/day

Contract Type: Insourcing - Agency

Location: QEUH - Glasgow

Shift Patterns: Weekends - Saturday & Sunday

Make a Difference in Theatre Recovery

Are you a qualified Recovery Nurse with a minimum of 6 months Uk-based post‑registration experience and a passion for patient‑centred care?

Medacs Healthcare have a fantastic opportunity for a agency Recovery Nurse to work as part of surgical recovery services team. We're recruiting a agency Recovery Nurse to work in recovery phases across Glasgow

Whether you're looking for flexible hours or want to expand your clinical experience, this role offers the opportunity to work with leading consultants and highly experienced surgical teams.

What You'll Be Doing

You’ll deliver high‑quality care to patients in the recovery phases of surgery, collaborating with anaesthetists and surgical teams to ensure safe and effective outcomes.

Your responsibilities include:

• Preparing and monitoring patients pre‑, during, and post‑surgery
• Supervising and supporting junior staff
• Creating evidence‑based care plans
• Ensuring continuity of care across wards
• Using advanced technology and equipment in a varied caseload

What You'll Need

Essential:

• HCPC or NMC Registration (RGN/ODP)
• Minimum of 6 months UK based Operating Theatre experience
• Right to work in the UK (No visa sponsorship is available for this role)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable:

• Experience in paediatric recovery
• Familiarity with digital systems and clinical governance

Why Join Medacs Healthcare?

We're more than a locum recruitment agency - we work in partnership with you to ensure you find your perfect locum role. With access to block bookings, flexible shifts to suit you, and a friendly, supportive team, you'll feel the difference we make together.

Benefits of working with us include:

• 30 years of recruitment experience
• Fast‑track registration
• Registration and onboarding support
• Dedicated compliance team
• Referral bonuses
• Opportunities across the UK and internationally

Apply Now

Ready to take the next step? Apply today and be part of our team!

Note: We are unable to process applications from candidates who cannot provide evidence of UK right to work. Sponsorship is unfortunately not available.

We're committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.

For more information, contact:
Danielle Houghton - Senior Recruitment Consultant
01785 256434
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