Job summary
Outpatient Network are looking for Band 5+ Recovery Nurses to work with us in our ENT & Gynaecology Theatres in the West Midlands
Main duties of the job
Post-Operative Monitoring: Monitor patients vital signs, oxygen levels, and consciousness levels after surgery. Identify and respond to any complications such as bleeding, respiratory issues, or reactions to anesthesia.
Pain Management: Assess and manage post-operative pain, administer prescribed medications, and adjust pain relief plans as necessary to ensure patient comfort.
Patient Observation: Ensure that patients are stable and prepared for discharge from the recovery unit, providing support and reassurance throughout the recovery process.
Patient Documentation: Accurately document post-operative care, including assessments, interventions, and any complications, in line with hospital policies.
Collaboration with the Medical Team: Work closely with anesthetists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to manage the recovery process and ensure comprehensive care.
Discharge Preparation: Ensure patients receive appropriate discharge instructions, including care at home and follow-up appointments, when they are stable enough to leave the recovery unit.
About us
Outpatient Network is a clinical insourcing provider that supports NHS Trusts with reducing waiting times across an array of Medical, Surgical and Diagnostic specialties.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Band 5+ Recovery Nurse to join our Recovery Unit. You will be responsible for providing high-quality, post-operative care to patients as they recover from surgery or anesthesia. This includes monitoring vital signs, managing pain, and ensuring a smooth recovery process. The ideal candidate will be proactive, compassionate, and capable of responding to clinical needs in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities- Post-Operative Care: Monitor patients recovery post-surgery, including vital signs, consciousness levels, and pain management.
- Pain Management: Administer prescribed medications and assess the effectiveness of pain relief to ensure patient comfort.
- Patient Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including observations, interventions, and any complications.
- Collaboration: Work closely with anaesthetists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care and patient safety.
- Infection Control: Adhere to infection control protocols and maintain a clean and safe recovery environment.
- Discharge Planning: Prepare stable patients for discharge, ensuring they receive appropriate aftercare instructions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Band 5+ Recovery Nurse to join our Recovery Unit. You will be responsible for providing high-quality, post-operative care to patients as they recover from surgery or anesthesia. This includes monitoring vital signs, managing pain, and ensuring a smooth recovery process. The ideal candidate will be proactive, compassionate, and capable of responding to clinical needs in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities- Post-Operative Care: Monitor patients recovery post-surgery, including vital signs, consciousness levels, and pain management.
- Pain Management: Administer prescribed medications and assess the effectiveness of pain relief to ensure patient comfort.
- Patient Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including observations, interventions, and any complications.
- Collaboration: Work closely with anaesthetists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care and patient safety.
- Infection Control: Adhere to infection control protocols and maintain a clean and safe recovery environment.
- Discharge Planning: Prepare stable patients for discharge, ensuring they receive appropriate aftercare instructions.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RN) with the NMC.
Desirable
- Previous experience in recovery, post-operative, or critical care is preferred.
- Basic or advanced life support training.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RN) with the NMC.
Desirable
- Previous experience in recovery, post-operative, or critical care is preferred.
- Basic or advanced life support training.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
