About this role
Job summary
We currently have vacancies for Band 6 Senior Recovery Nurse and we are seeking enthusiastic and committed individuals to join our peri-operative team. The LNWH NHS Trust utilises innovation in peri-operative practice; as such we have a five (5) bedded Post-Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU) that runs collaboratively with our Recovery Unit. We have a tradition of excellence and our vision is simple, to provide a gold standard in peri-operative practice, and invest in you the people who deliver care.
The post-holder will provide compassionate, high-quality, patient-centred care in line with Trust values and in accordance with NMC regulations, acting as a visible, approachable clinical leader and role model for both patients and staff. They will assess patients, plan and implement care, offer expert advice and ensure accurate documentation at all times.
*****Previous applicants need not apply*****
Main duties of the job
This is a rotational role between PACU and Recovery Units at Northwick Park Hospital (NPH) and Central Middlesex Hospital (CMH), part of the London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWUH). Recovery/PACU staff are expected to rotate to all shift patterns including weekends as part of working contract. This post primarily will be focused on the immediate post anaesthetic care on adults and children that have undergone elective to complex surgery.
**For full details of the main responsibilities and requirements of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.**
About us
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond.
Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people.
We run major acute services at:
Northwick Park Hospital: home to one of the busiest emergency departments (A&E) in the country. The hospital provides a full range of services including the country's top-rated hyper-acute stroke unit and one of only three hyper-acute rehabilitation units in the UK St Mark's Hospital: an internationally renowned specialist centre for bowel disease Ealing Hospital: a busy district general hospital providing a range of clinical services, as well as 24/7 emergency department and urgent care centre, and specialist care at Meadow House Hospice Central Middlesex Hospital: our planned care site, hosting a range of surgical and outpatient services and collocated with an urgent care centre.
We are a university teaching NHS trust, in recognition of the important role we play in training clinicians of the future and bringing the benefits of research to the public
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information on the key responsibilities and person requirements for this role.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications Essential
Current and relevant registration- NMC Registered Nurse Degree or Diploma in Nursing Evidence of on-going professional development
Desirable
Post registration course in Recovery/HDU/Critical Care Nursing Qualification in at least one of the accredited emergency care courses (e.g., ILS/PILS/ALS). Teaching Course or equivalent Appraisal Training
Knowledge & Experience Essential
Specialist knowledge of a wide range of clinical procedures related to area of practice. Skilled in risk assessment, prioritisation, and time management, able to work independently while recognising own limitations and seeking support appropriately Knowledge and experience in driving improvements and contributing to service development. Strong understanding of Clinical Governance, current clinical practice, professional nursing issues, and resource management. Knowledge and experience in driving improvements and contributing to service development.
Desirable
Experience of teaching and assessing Experience in supporting complex discharge of patients
Skills, Abilities and Attributes Essential
Knowledge in area of speciality Strong leadership and motivational abilities, supporting and coordinating staff through change Sound judgement and decision-making, analysing complex situations and prioritising effectively Ability to work under pressure, managing time and competing demands with flexibility. Sound judgement and decision-making, analysing complex situations and prioritising effectively Proven ability to work both in leading and as part of a team. IT literate and can effectively utilise EPR and systems to work and lead the team
Desirable
Experience in service improvement, policy change, and resource management, including stock control and supervision of staff.
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).
Employer details Employer name London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust
Address Harrow NPH/all sites
Watford Road
London
HA1 3UJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.lnwh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)