Recovery Nurse - Gynaecology, ENT & General Surgery

Job Description: Recovery Nurse Weekend Theatre Team Location: James Paget NHS Trust, Great Yarmouth Organisation: Xyla Clinical Services Contract Duration: November 2025 October 2026 Service Type: Onsite Shift Pattern: Weekends (Saturday & Sunday) Theatre Hours: 07:30 18:00 Role Overview We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Recovery Nurse to join the weekend theatre team at James Paget NHS Trust. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality post-anaesthetic care, ensuring patient safety and comfort as they recover from surgery. Key Responsibilities • Provide safe and effective care to patients in the post-anaesthetic care unit (PACU). • Monitor patients vital signs, airway, breathing, and circulation during recovery from anaesthesia. • Identify and respond promptly to any post-operative complications or deterioration. • Manage pain, nausea, and other post-operative symptoms in line with clinical guidelines. • Ensure a smooth and safe transition of patients from theatre to recovery and onward to ward care or discharge. • Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records. • Work collaboratively with anaesthetists, surgeons, ODPs, and theatre colleagues. • Follow infection prevention, control policies, and theatre protocols at all times. • Contribute to maintaining a calm, safe, and efficient recovery environment. • Uphold high standards of patient care, dignity, and confidentiality. Specialties Covered • General Surgery • ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat) • Gynaecology Person SpecificationEssential Criteria • Registered Nurse (NMC registered) • Recent experience in a recovery/PACU setting • Competence in airway management and patient monitoring • Strong knowledge of post-operative care and recovery protocols • Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations • Excellent communication and teamwork skills Desirable Criteria • Experience within NHS theatre environments • ALS (Advanced Life Support) certification • Flexibility to work across varying surgical specialties Pay Rate • PAYE: £360 per weekend shift Additional Information • Weekend-only role (Saturday & Sunday shifts) • No travel or accommodation allowance provided • Accommodation may be available at £30 per night • Compliance requirements include ID verification, mandatory training, and completed documentation prior to start Job description Job responsibilities Job Description: Recovery Nurse Weekend Theatre Team Location: James Paget NHS Trust, Great Yarmouth Organisation: Xyla Clinical Services Contract Duration: November 2025 October 2026 Service Type: Onsite Shift Pattern: Weekends (Saturday & Sunday) Theatre Hours: 07:30 18:00 Role Overview We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Recovery Nurse to join the weekend theatre team at James Paget NHS Trust. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality post-anaesthetic care, ensuring patient safety and comfort as they recover from surgery. Key Responsibilities • Provide safe and effective care to patients in the post-anaesthetic care unit (PACU). • Monitor patients vital signs, airway, breathing, and circulation during recovery from anaesthesia. • Identify and respond promptly to any post-operative complications or deterioration. • Manage pain, nausea, and other post-operative symptoms in line with clinical guidelines. • Ensure a smooth and safe transition of patients from theatre to recovery and onward to ward care or discharge. • Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records. • Work collaboratively with anaesthetists, surgeons, ODPs, and theatre colleagues. • Follow infection prevention, control policies, and theatre protocols at all times. • Contribute to maintaining a calm, safe, and efficient recovery environment. • Uphold high standards of patient care, dignity, and confidentiality. Specialties Covered • General Surgery • ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat) • Gynaecology Person SpecificationEssential Criteria • Registered Nurse (NMC registered) • Recent experience in a recovery/PACU setting • Competence in airway management and patient monitoring • Strong knowledge of post-operative care and recovery protocols • Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations • Excellent communication and teamwork skills Desirable Criteria • Experience within NHS theatre environments • ALS (Advanced Life Support) certification • Flexibility to work across varying surgical specialties Pay Rate • PAYE: £360 per weekend shift Additional Information • Weekend-only role (Saturday & Sunday shifts) • No travel or accommodation allowance provided • Accommodation may be available at £30 per night • Compliance requirements include ID verification, mandatory training, and completed documentation prior to start