Recovery Theatre Practitioner

NHS; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Band 5 Staff Nurse in the Recovery Unit, where you'll deliver high-quality post-operative care across various surgeries. This full-time role offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RGN) or ODP with valid NMC/HCPC registration.
• Some experience in Recovery, Critical Care or Surgical wards.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient's post-anaesthesia to ensure a safe recovery.
• Deliver individualised care plans by assessing patient needs.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.

Skills

Clinical judgement

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Registered Nurse (RGN)

Operating Department Practitioner (ODP)

Job description

You'll be working in our 11-bedded Recovery Unit, providing high-quality post-operative care to patients across: Main Theatres, Day Surgery, Endoscopy, and Radiology. You will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of surgeries, including: General Surgery, ENT, Gynaecology, Hepatobiliary, Neuro-spinal, Ophthalmic, Orthopaedics, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Urology, Vascular, and Bariatric Surgery.

Main duties of the job

• Monitor patient's post-anaesthesia to ensure a safe recovery and respond promptly to any deterioration, supporting optimal outcomes.
• Deliver individualised care plans by assessing patient needs and tailoring recovery interventions to support a smooth transition back to the ward or discharge.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation to support continuity of care and uphold patient safety.
• Manage airways and provide pain relief interventions as required, ensuring patient comfort and stability.

About us

Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals, with 8 state-of-the-art facilities located in the heart of London's medical community around Harley Street. We have circa 1350 employees, and we are dedicated to providing our patients with expert, individualised treatment and care. We cover a comprehensive range of services, including complex medical and surgical procedures plus a range of cancer services. The London Clinic has a supportive and warm working culture where your contribution is valued, and you can help us deliver our three core values of "We go further", "We work as one" and "We personalise care".

Job responsibilities

We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 5 Staff Nurse to join our Theatre Recovery Unit. This role is based at our main hospital site and offers a competitive salary as well as a fantastic array of benefits. Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals, with 8 state-of-the-art facilities located in the heart of London's medical community around Harley Street.

We have circa 1350 employees, and we are dedicated to providing our patients with expert, individualised treatment and care. We cover a comprehensive range of services, including complex medical and surgical procedures plus a range of cancer services. The London Clinic has a supportive and warm working culture where your contribution is valued, and you can help us deliver our three core values of "We go further", "We work as one" and "We personalise care".

Job Profile

You'll be working in our 11-bedded Recovery Unit, providing high-quality post-operative care to patients across: Main Theatres, Day Surgery, Endoscopy, and Radiology. You will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of surgeries, including: General Surgery, ENT, Gynaecology, Hepatobiliary, Neuro-spinal, Ophthalmic, Orthopaedics, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Urology, Vascular, and Bariatric Surgery.

Job Type: This is a full-time, permanent position working 37.5 hours per week.

Salary: Band 5 Pay Scale - Depending on experience Location: The London Clinic, 20 Devonshire Place, London, W1G 6BW

Shift Pattern: We offer flexibility to support work-life balance with two main options:

• Long Days: 3 shifts per week (07:30-21:00 or 09:00-22:30)
• 5 shifts per week, rotating weekly - Early shifts (07:30 - 15:30) & Late shifts (14:30 - 22:30)
• Participation in our on-call rota is required.

Job description

Key Duties:

• Monitor patient's post-anaesthesia to ensure a safe recovery and respond promptly to any deterioration, supporting optimal outcomes.
• Deliver individualised care plans by assessing patient needs and tailoring recovery interventions to support a smooth transition back to the ward or discharge.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation to support continuity of care and uphold patient safety.
• Manage airways and provide pain relief interventions as required, ensuring patient comfort and stability.
• Work closely with anaesthetists and theatre teams to coordinate safe handovers and align recovery care with surgical procedures.
• Support and supervise junior staff and students to foster a positive learning environment and uphold clinical standards.
• Adhere to infection control, health & safety, and controlled drugs protocols to ensure a safe and compliant recovery unit.

Skills & Experience:

• Registered Nurse (RGN) or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) with valid NMC/HCPC registration
• Excellent clinical judgement and calm under pressure
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to work flexibly, including on-call shifts
• Anaesthetic or multi-speciality theatre experience
• Some experience in Recovery or Critical Care (e.g., ICU)

Career Development Opportunities

• Anaesthetic training and opportunities to become dual-skilled
• Leadership and management development programme
• Fully funded CPD and support with revalidation
• Participation in clinical governance and quality improvement projects

Why Join Us?

Our 10 state-of-the-art operating theatres support a wide range of complex procedures in: Neuro-Spinal, Robotic (Gynae, Urology, Spinal, ENT, Orthopaedics), General Surgery, Thoracic, Ophthalmic, Plastics, Maxillo-Facial, and Interventional specialties.

You'll work alongside leading consultants and highly skilled multidisciplinary teams, with access to the latest surgical technology including robotic-assisted systems. This is your opportunity to thrive in a hospital that champions innovation, education, and professional development - with clear career pathways to help you achieve your full potential.

Apply today to take the next step in your Recovery career at one of the UK's most prestigious independent hospitals. We may close this advert early if a high volume of applications is received. Recruitment

Agency Notice: This vacancy is being managed directly by The London Clinic's in-house recruitment team. We kindly ask agencies not to contact us regarding this role. Unsolicited CVs will be treated as the property of The London Clinic, and we will not be liable for any associated fees.

The London Clinic has charitable status which is fundamental to our identity and how we operate, enabling our teams to invest in treatments, technology and facilities that benefit our patients, staff and the wider community.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process.

Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team.

The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RGN) or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) with valid NMC/HCPC registration

Experience

• Some experience in Recovery, Critical Care or Surgical wards

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.