Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU) and Recovery Practitioner

The closing date is 26 January 2026

Job summary

The post holder is responsible for the assessment, implementation and evaluation of evidence-based patient care. Clinical expertise is utilised during the immediate post operative period within PACU and Recovery. Skilled assistance is provided in the post operative care of the patient. These skills are also employed in other satellite areas e.g Obstetrics.

The post holder will work collaboratively and co-operatively with other members of the multi-disciplinary team, meeting the needs of the patient whilst under no direct supervision. Assist in the management and organisation of clinical and satellite areas, implementing improvements to working practices as identified by audit/ clinical trials. Participate in the education and development of other staff members.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

Please see the attached specified job description for the full duties of this job. Any questions, please email Katie Murton.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Details

Date posted

12 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,516 to £38,364 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

050-NMR040-0126

Job locations

Glan Clwyd Hospital

Sarn Lane, Bodelwyddan

Rhyl

LL18 5UJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description for detailed full duties of the job. Any questions, please email Katie Murton.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description for detailed full duties of the job. Any questions, please email Katie Murton.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • NMC Registered nurse/HCPC Registered Operating Department Practitoner
  • Previous experience of working within a theatre environment
  • Able to consistently demonstrate high quality patient care
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Puts patients first
  • Respectful of others
  • Must be able to participate in night shift.

Desirable

  • Teaching/ mentoring qualification.
  • Immediate Life Support
  • Evidence of continued professional development.
  • Experience in a wide variety of clinical specialities within the theatre environment.

Essential

Essential

  • NMC/ HCPC registration

Desirable

  • Mentoring/ assessing qualification
Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • NMC Registered nurse/HCPC Registered Operating Department Practitoner
  • Previous experience of working within a theatre environment
  • Able to consistently demonstrate high quality patient care
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Puts patients first
  • Respectful of others
  • Must be able to participate in night shift.

Desirable

  • Teaching/ mentoring qualification.
  • Immediate Life Support
  • Evidence of continued professional development.
  • Experience in a wide variety of clinical specialities within the theatre environment.

Essential

Essential

  • NMC/ HCPC registration

Desirable

  • Mentoring/ assessing qualification

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Glan Clwyd Hospital

Sarn Lane, Bodelwyddan

Rhyl

LL18 5UJ


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Glan Clwyd Hospital

Sarn Lane, Bodelwyddan

Rhyl

LL18 5UJ


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Theatre Team Leader Post Anaesthetic Care Unit

Katie Murton

katie.murton2@wales.nhs.uk

03000845583

Details

Date posted

12 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,516 to £38,364 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

050-NMR040-0126

Job locations

Glan Clwyd Hospital

Sarn Lane, Bodelwyddan

Rhyl

LL18 5UJ


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