Senior Recovery Practitioner | Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in London is looking for a Senior Recovery Practitioner to deliver high-quality care in a dynamic post-operative environment. You will take on leadership roles, mentor junior staff, and contribute to service improvements. The ideal candidate has a relevant nursing degree and experience in recovery. This role offers excellent professional development opportunities and is part of a supportive team.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Supportive team environment

Leadership opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a Recovery Practitioner in a clinical setting.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, high-quality post-operative care to patients.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Lead and mentor junior practitioners within the unit.

Skills

Leadership

Evidence-based care

Communication

Patient assessment

Education

Relevant nursing degree or equivalent

Job description

Are you a passionate and experienced Recovery Practitioner looking for your next challenge? We are seeking a dedicated Senior Recovery Practitioner (Band 6) to join our Theatres / Day Stay Unit. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality post-operative care while developing your leadership skills.

About the Role:

• Deliver outstanding, safe, and evidence-based care to post-operative patients.
• Support the professional development of yourself and your colleagues.
• Take on a lead role within the Recovery department, as identified by the Matron/Senior Theatre team.

Why Join Us?

• Work within a dedicated and supportive team.
• Take on leadership responsibilities and contribute to service improvements.
• Benefit from ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

Work Pattern:

We operate a six-day working week (Monday – Saturday) to help reduce elective surgery waiting times. You will be expected to work some weekends on a rotational basis.

If you are an experienced recovery practitioner looking for a rewarding and dynamic role, we would love to hear from you!

Clinical Professional Responsibilities:

1. To provide high quality, effective, individualised care to all patients by assessing care needs and developing, implementing, and evaluating them without supervision.
2. To maintain personal contact with patients, carers, relatives and to show sensitivity to their needs for courtesy, dignity, and privacy.
3. To act as an effective role model, whilst being an expert resource providing excellent quality care for patients and a knowledge base for colleagues.
4. To maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation while ensuring and respecting confidentiality.
5. To assist in the leadership and development of an identified group of practitioners within the unit compliment.
6. The post holder is responsible for planning, implementing, and assessing care of patients.
7. Communicating with and assisting surgical teams in promoting excellence in care using a multi-disciplinary approach.
8. To provide expert, evidence-based care within the specialty.
9. The post holder will ensure that standards are met as per national and local guidelines, including National Frameworks.

About Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust:

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving Hackney, East London, The City, and beyond. We are proud that Homerton Hospital recently attained an "Outstanding" rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services, along with specialist services for a wider patient group. We also manage services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, reflected in our policies and People Plan. All staff are expected to embody our Trust values. We also ensure fair treatment for all applicants through our Fair Recruitment Standards.

Homerton supports and develops its staff, including its valued nursing community, and offers a range of benefits. We are proud to be listed among the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work.

The full job description and person specification outline key responsibilities and the qualifications, skills, and experience required. Please view the attachments on this page for more details.

This advert closes on Thursday 31 Jul 2025.