Surgical Recovery Nurse

This is ad-hoc, ongoing work in the Urology Surgery service of a Hampshire NHS Trust, supplied by 18 Week Support. The core of the role is post-operative recovery care for urology patients coming round from anaesthesia, with observations, escalation and clean handovers to theatre and ward teams. Shifts are flexible additional sessions on Saturdays and Sundays, 08:00 to 18:00, to fit around existing commitments.

Fit depends on current NMC registration and recent recovery experience, plus proven NHS experience.

• Deliver post-operative care in the recovery area following urology procedures
• Assess, monitor and care for patients recovering from anaesthesia, keeping them safe and comfortable
• Monitor and record patient observations, escalating clinical concerns appropriately
• Work with theatre, anaesthetic and ward teams to hand over patients safely and maintain continuity of care
• Keep accurate patient documentation and give compassionate, patient-centred care through recovery

• Valid NMC registration as a Registered Nurse

• At least 6 months' surgical recovery experience within the last 12 months
• Proven NHS experience

• Strong clinical, communication and interpersonal skills
• Working effectively within a multidisciplinary ward team

• Experience in surgical wards or urology environments

• Flexible additional sessions around existing commitments
• Consistent or ad-hoc work available
• Work within a specialist urology surgery ward environment