Theatre Recovery Practitioner

Integrated Care System; Southampton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A large healthcare trust is seeking a Theatre Recovery Practitioner to provide outstanding care to paediatric patients in the post-operative phase. The role involves working with a dynamic team, providing emergency interventions, and managing patient care across various specialities. Candidates should be registered nurses or ODPs with a degree or equivalent experience. Opportunities for further training are provided.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse or ODP on relevant part of the register.
• Ability to assist in transferring patients through perioperative care.
• Experience of working within a relevant care setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high standard of care to level 1 and level 2 post-operative patients.
• Maintain accurate records of observation, treatment, and patient care.
• Support learners throughout the department.

Skills

Patient care

Emergency airway interventions

Communication

Use of IT systems

Education

Registered nurse or ODP qualification

Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Go back University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Theatre Recovery Practitioner

The closing date is 14 August 2025

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us in our Theatre Recovery department. We are looking for a friendly, enthusiastic individual to join our dynamic and skilled team.

This role requires you to be able to provide outstanding care to paediatric patients and their families in the post-operative phase - this includes A-E assessment, performing emergency airway interventions and managing acute deterioration of a variety of causes. Here at UHS we provide post-operative care to a wide range of paediatric specialities and you will gain experience caring for the following: Orthopaedics, Urology, ENT, Gastroenterology and General Surgery. Training and support will be provided by the hiring manager and the Theatre Education Team to the successful candidate and further training opportunities are provided in-house.

The Recovery department also provides care for Adult and Neurosurgical specialities and the candidate will have the opportunity to undertake their competencies in multiple specialities. However, this position will primarily be based in Paediatrics so those applying must be confident in the care of children and young people.

About us

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.

At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Job responsibilities

What youll do- Provide a high standard of care to level 1 and level 2 post-operative patients and safely transfer them to the ward area/critical care unit. - Health and physical abilities sufficient for the post (with reasonable adjustments with respect to the Equality Act/Disability Discrimination Act)- Work with medical staff and the multi-disciplinary team to ensure patient safety and treatment are carried out as per Trust policies- Able to communicate effectively, in person and via written documentation, in all situations with wide range of people,- Be proficient in the use of IT systems required of the job role- Able to work unsupervised, using own initiative and ability to prioritise workload in challenging situations- Maintain accurate records of observation, treatment and patient care.- Support learners throughout the department and engage with the education team regarding your continual professional development- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patient First, Working Together and Always Improving

Due to the nature of this role and the service we provide, this position is on-site and the hours are as advertised. We complete a variety of shifts including, early/late/middle/twilight/night shifts over a 24/7 service. If you require more flexibility, please raise this at interview and we can discuss a flexible working agreement that benefits yourself and the service.

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

• Registered nurse or ODP on relevant part of the register
• Degree or equivalent experience
• Has the ability to assist in carrying out the transfer of a patient through the intraoperative phase of perioperative care, giving concise accurate handover
• Demonstrate knowledge of the skills required to support learners in practice and to create a positive learning environment.
• Practices and promotes the use of evidence-based practice
• Knowledge of current issues within acute health service.
• Understanding of personal accountability.
• Aptitude for caring for the anaesthetised and/or acutely unwell patient.
• Experience of teaching and supporting learners in practice.
• Experience of working within relevant care setting
• Specialist theatre work-based learning course, or mentorship course, post-qualification.
• Interest in research to promote good practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

£31,049 to £37,796 a yearPer annum - Pro rata