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CSS709 Recovery Practitioner Day Surgery Unit - NHH

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
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Location
Salary
£31,516 - £38,364 per annum pro rota
Profession
Nurse practitioner
Grade
Band 5
Deadline
09 Oct 2025
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
25 Sep 2025

Job overview

We are looking for a highly motivated Registered Nurse / Practitioner to join our versatile Day Surgery Unit team. The unit is a 5-day service with plans of development within the surgical services.

The successful applicant will need to be committed to the educational needs of the department and be expected to promote the high standards of patient care provided by Aneurin Bevan University Hospital.

The Day Surgery Unit (DSU) is a busy unit currently running 5 Theatres, specialising in a range of surgical disciplines including Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Gynaecology, Plastics, Dermatology, Ophthalmology and Pain.

Staff are expected to support other sites within the health board, when necessary, thus the successful candidate must demonstrate flexibility within the service

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be required to work as a competent member of the Day Surgery team within the unit. Nurses / Practitioners are required to maintain a high standard of patient care under the direction of the senior members of the clinical staff. They are expected to take delegated responsibility in a given shift for adult patients. There is an expectation to work in accordance with the standards set by the Nursing / Midwifery / HCP Professional Bodies, and in accordance with Trust Policies and Guidelines.

Previous perioperative experience is desirable, but training can be given.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.