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University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
Day Surgery Unit / Recovery – Princess Anne Hospital We are looking to recruit a motivated and enthusiastic Band 5 Registered Nurse to join our Day Surgery Unit (DSU) and Recovery team at Princess Anne Hospital on a 12‑month maternity cover basis. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a small, friendly, and supportive team, delivering high-quality care to patients undergoing day surgery procedures. The role offers a varied and dynamic working environment where you will be supported to develop your clinical and recovery nursing skills. Key Responsibilities
Provide safe, high-quality care to patients in the immediate post-operative recovery phase Monitor and assess patients following anaesthesia, ensuring early recognition of deterioration Work collaboratively with anaesthetists, surgeons, and the wider multidisciplinary team Support patients through their surgical journey, ensuring a positive experience Participate in maintaining high standards of infection prevention, patient safety, and documentation
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
What We Offer
A welcoming and supportive team environment Opportunities to develop and enhance your recovery and perioperative skills Exposure to a wide range of surgical specialities Ongoing support for professional development
This post is ideal for a nurse looking to expand their experience in recovery nursing while contributing to a team that values collaboration, learning, and high standards of care.
Essential Requirements
Registered Nurse (NMC registered) Previous Recovery experience is desirable Ability to work effectively within a team in a fast-paced environment Strong communication and organisational skills Commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centred care
Person specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patient First
- Working Together
- Always Improving
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Registered nurse on relevant part of the register
- Degree or equivalent experience
- Has the ability to assist in carrying out the transfer of a patient through the intraoperative phase of perioperative care, giving concise accurate handover
- Demonstrate knowledge of the skills required to support learners in practice and to create a positive learning environment.
- Practices and promotes the use of evidence-based practice
- Knowledge of current issues within acute health service.
- Understanding of personal accountability.
- Aptitude for caring for the anaesthetised and/or acutely unwell patient.
Desirable
- Experience of teaching and supporting learners in practice.
- Relevant resus qualification, ie Immediate Life Support
- Experience of working within relevant care setting
- Specialist theatre work-based learning course, or mentorship course, post-qualification.
- Interest in research to promote good practice
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This advert is for Staff Nurse - Day Surgery Unit / Recovery with University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust in Southampton, South East, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 Per annum - Pro rata. The contract type is 12 months (12 months Fixed Term). The application deadline is 25 Jun 2026.
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