Description
We're seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) to join our established Anaesthetic & Recovery Team at Spire Leicester Hospital.
As a Recovery Practitioner, you'll provide exemplary planned care for patients within the perioperative environment, ensuring the highest standards of patient safety, dignity and experience throughout their recovery journey.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating patient care within the recovery setting
- Monitoring patients following surgery and recognising and responding appropriately to changing clinical needs
- Supporting patients' health, wellbeing and comfort during the immediate post-operative period
- Working closely with anaesthetists, surgeons and the wider theatre team to ensure safe and effective patient care
- Preparing, checking and safely using recovery equipment and monitoring devices
- Maintaining accurate patient records and communicating complex clinical information effectively
- Contributing to clinical governance, quality improvement initiatives and best practice standards
- Supporting the development of colleagues and promoting a positive team environment
- Ensuring compliance with infection prevention, health and safety, and safeguarding procedures
- Acting as a patient advocate and promoting equality, diversity, dignity and patient choice at all times
What We're Looking For:
Essential:
- Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC)
- Previous experience working within a theatre or perioperative environment
- Strong clinical assessment and patient monitoring skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care
- Flexible approach to work and willingness to participate in shift patterns
Desirable:
- Previous Recovery experience
- Anaesthetic and Recovery competencies
- Post-registration qualification in perioperative practice or relevant clinical speciality
- Experience working with complex patient caseloads
- Private healthcare experience
- Ongoing professional development within perioperative practice
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
- Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
- ‘Spire for you’ reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
- Free Bupa wellness screening
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance