Recovery Nurse/ODP – Perioperative Care Expert

NHS; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health board in Merthyr Tydfil is seeking a Registered Perioperative Care Practitioner to join their Recovery team. This position requires a Band 5 Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner, with experience in acute surgical settings. Responsibilities include guiding support staff, liaising with the Multidisciplinary team, and providing high-quality patient care. Flexible hours and an on-call commitment are expected. The role supports professional development within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Leading pension

Generous leave

Career growth opportunities

Access to ongoing learning and development

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner qualification.
• Experience within a recovery department.
• Experience within an acute surgical setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to Health Care Support Workers and Student Nurses.
• Liaise with the Theatre Multidisciplinary team.
• Cover the department during weekends and participate in on-call commitments.

Skills

Welsh Language Skills (Level 3 and above/B2)

Education

Evidence of UK registration

Evidence of recent study

Job description

A regional health board in Merthyr Tydfil is seeking a Registered Perioperative Care Practitioner to join their Recovery team. This position requires a Band 5 Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner, with experience in acute surgical settings. Responsibilities include guiding support staff, liaising with the Multidisciplinary team, and providing high-quality patient care. Flexible hours and an on-call commitment are expected. The role supports professional development within a supportive environment.