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.
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
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.
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).
Closing Date: 26 January 2026
