PACU / Recovery Nurse

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Recovery Practitioner/Nurse to join our Operating Theatres department at The London Clinic. We are offering a competitive salary range of £35,743 - £42,956 per annum plus unsociable hours shift enhancements. Job Location: London, W1G 6BW (Close to Regents Park & Baker Street tube stations). Job Type: This is a full-time, permanent position working 37.5 hours per week. Shift Pattern: We operate a flexible shift pattern covering the service from Mon to Sun

Main duties of the job

As part of the multidisciplinary team, the Recovery Practitioner/Nurse is responsible for the assessment, evaluation and implementation of care given to patients within the recovery room. Key Duties Work as a skilled member of the recovery team, carrying out nursing duties within the recovery area, and providing the highest standard of patient care. Develop and maintain clinical skills and knowledge necessary to provide holistic, evidence based nursing care, following PREP/CPD requirements. Participate in the monitoring and maintenance of standards in accordance with the Clinic policies and procedures, as well as maintain custody and checking of controlled drugs daily. Communicate effectively and responsibly at all times with colleagues within the multi-disciplinary setting. Maintain accurate and legible written and electronic records of care, ensuring that the safety, privacy and dignity of the patient is maintained at all times.

About us

Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals, with state-of-the-art facilities located on Harley Street. We have circa 1350 employees, a total of 8 premises, and we are dedicated to providing the best, personalised healthcare with a breadth of surgical and medical expertise. We are an organisation that has charitable status and this helps us to drive forward our mission of reinvesting our income to deliver better patient outcomes. The London Clinic has a supportive and warm working culture where your contribution is valued, and you can help us provide the best, personalised healthcare. Our main hospital spans 8 floors comprising of 150+ patient beds and 10 operating theatres, including a Hybrid theatre and two minimally invasive/day surgery theatres. Speciality areas include, General surgery; ENT; Gynaecology; Hepatobiliary; Neuro-spinal; Ophthalmic; Orthopaedic; Plastic and reconstructive; Robotic; Urology; Vascular & Weight loss surgery (bariatric surgery). 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.