Job summary We are currently looking for an experienced Senior Recovery Nurse to join our HDU / ITU team here at The Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth. Main duties of the job The Senior Recovery Nurse will be responsible for providing level 2 critical care patient undergoing invasive procedures who have been admitted to the hospital, as well as those admitted via the medical ward. Additionally, they will deliver level 3 critical care as required and offer support to the wards through the Outreach Service. About us Located in leafy St Johns Wood on the Jubilee line, minutes from Central London, our independent private Hospital has just been rated the number one in the country for care in the latest Bupa survey. Uniquely, all profits fund our onsite Hospice, St Johns. Why apply for this role? At our organisation we are passionate about providing our employees with a supportive and engaging environment. As well as ongoing development and training, we offer our employees a wide range of benefits; When you become part of the HJE Family, these are some of the benefits you will receive: Private healthcare scheme worth up to £20,000 per year 27 days annual leave Blue Light Card discounts Interest-free season ticket loans Cycle to work scheme Free eye check-up vouchers with contribution towards lenses Free newspaper and media subscriptions Local Business discounts Discount in our Hospice Charity shop Refer a Friend scheme Free Cinema Society Membership offering discounted tickets Personal development and training courses Annual events and recognition awards Career progression and increments For employees joining us from the NHS, we can provide continuation of your NHS pension If you are ready for a new challenge and relish the chance to become part of a successful, forward thinking organisation then we would love to hear from you. Date posted 25 March 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience up to £50,977 depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Flexible working Reference number B0263-25-0057 Job locations 60 Grove End Road St John’s Wood London NW8 9NH Job description Job responsibilities What are the Responsibilities of this Senior Recovery Nurserole? Assessing, planning, delivering and evaluation of a high level of critical care for patients Delivery of a high level of post anaesthetic care for patients within the Theatre Recovery Room Working with the Anaesthetic team to deliver high quality, safe patient care. Delivering an Outreach service to the ward, offering support and guidance in the care of the acutely unwell patient. Promote the safety, wellbeing and interests of patients, visitors and staff to the clinical areas Active member of the emergency response team. Participation in the on-call rota and internal rotation of shift (inc night duty) Exhibiting a high level of teamwork with the unit and in the wider hospital environment. Participate fully as a team member, including working in all areas of the HDU and Theatre Suite, to promote a cohesive team and the achievement of team objectives. Effective management of resources within the department Job description Job responsibilities What are the Responsibilities of this Senior Recovery Nurserole? Assessing, planning, delivering and evaluation of a high level of critical care for patients Delivery of a high level of post anaesthetic care for patients within the Theatre Recovery Room Working with the Anaesthetic team to deliver high quality, safe patient care. Delivering an Outreach service to the ward, offering support and guidance in the care of the acutely unwell patient. Promote the safety, wellbeing and interests of patients, visitors and staff to the clinical areas Active member of the emergency response team. Participation in the on-call rota and internal rotation of shift (inc night duty) Exhibiting a high level of teamwork with the unit and in the wider hospital environment. Participate fully as a team member, including working in all areas of the HDU and Theatre Suite, to promote a cohesive team and the achievement of team objectives. Effective management of resources within the department Person Specification Experience Essential Paediatric recovery experience Minimum 3 years experience within the role of Recovery Nurse Experience within the Independent sector Desirable Experience in undertaking clinical audit/s Able to work efficiently with a multi-disciplinary team and with internal/external stakeholders Ability to adapt and apply flexible in accordance to the needs of the service. Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Desirable Teaching/Mentorship qualification Person Specification Experience Essential Paediatric recovery experience Minimum 3 years experience within the role of Recovery Nurse Experience within the Independent sector Desirable Experience in undertaking clinical audit/s Able to work efficiently with a multi-disciplinary team and with internal/external stakeholders Ability to adapt and apply flexible in accordance to the needs of the service. Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Desirable Teaching/Mentorship 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. 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. 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 The Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth Address 60 Grove End Road St John’s Wood London NW8 9NH Employer's website https://www.hje.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)