Anaesthetic & Recovery Nurse/ ODP

Job overview

Anaesthetic & Recovery Nurse / Operating Department Practitioner (ODP)

Women’s Centre, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford

We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Anaesthetic and Recovery Nurses or ODP to join our team within the Gynaecology and Obstetric Theatres at the Women’s Centre, John Radcliffe Hospital. Our department comprises five theatres and two recovery areas, providing care for a wide range of obstetric and gynaecological procedures.

As part of our multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe and effective delivery of anaesthetic and perioperative care to women throughout their surgical journey. We are looking for registered nurses or ODPs (NMC or HCPC) with experience or a keen interest in anaesthetics and recovery. Excellent communication, teamwork and a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care are essential.

Flexibility is required, as you will be expected to work a rota that includes days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays. In return, we offer a supportive and friendly working environment, with opportunities for ongoing professional development and training. Working within our busy obstetric and gynaecology theatres will provide valuable experience in both elective and emergency cases, allowing you to develop specialist skills in a fast-paced and rewarding area of practice.

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for providing safe and effective anaesthetic and perioperative care to women undergoing gynaecology and obstetric procedures. This includes preparing  the theatre environment, assisting with anaesthesia induction, monitoring patients throughout procedures, and ensuring safe recovery in the post-operative period. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary theatre team to maintain high standards of patient care, support smooth theatre flow, and respond promptly to any emergencies. In addition, you will be expected to contribute to maintaining accurate patient records, adhere to infection control and health and safety standards, and participate in departmental audits and quality improvement initiatives. Flexibility and adaptability are essential, as you will be required to work across both theatres and recovery areas, including days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays, providing high-quality care in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The post-holder will provide high-quality anaesthetic and perioperative care, including preparing the theatre environments, assisting with anaesthesia induction, monitoring patients throughout surgical procedures, and supporting recovery in the post-operative period. They will collaborate closely with the theatre team to maintain smooth theatre flow and respond effectively to emergencies. The role also involves maintaining accurate patient records, adhering to infection control and health and safety standards, and participating in departmental audits, quality improvement initiatives, and ongoing professional development. Flexibility, excellent communication, and a commitment to patient-centred care are essential to succeed in this role.