Recovery Nurse

Location Glasgow, United Kingdom# Recovery Nurse at SJK Healthcare Limited Location Glasgow , United Kingdom Salary £24 - £25 /hour

Job Type Full-time

Date Posted January 12th, 2026

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** Recovery Nurse –
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* Job Title:

** Recovery Nurse  
** Band:
** Band 5 & 6  
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* Reports to:

** Recovery Sister / Matron / Clinical Lead  
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* Location:

** Recovery Unit / Theatres / Post-Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU)
SJK Healthcare Recruitment are recruiting experience nurses to work with our Client in the NHS in Glasgow####
** Job Purpose
** To provide high-quality, compassionate, and individualised care to patients recovering from surgery or anaesthesia. The Recovery Nurse ensures patient safety, comfort, and readiness for discharge to the ward or home.####
** Key Responsibilities
**** Clinical Duties:
*** Monitor and maintain airway, breathing, and circulation of unconscious or semi-conscious patients.
* Assess and manage pain, administer analgesia, and provide wound care.
* Identify and respond to post-operative complications.
* Administer medications and fluids as prescribed.
* Ensure safe handover of patients to ward staff or discharge team.
** Teamwork & Supervision:
*** Work collaboratively with anaesthetists, surgeons, and theatre staff.
* Guide and support junior nurses, student nurses, and support workers.
* Coordinate care in the absence of senior staff.
** Documentation & Communication:
*** Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
* Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
* Uphold patient confidentiality and dignity at all times.
** Flexibility & Support:
*** Work across different areas including wards, pre-assessment clinics, and therapy units as needed.
* Participate in on-call rotas and night shifts where applicable.####
** Skills & Experience Required
**** Essential:
*** Registered Nurse (Adult) or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP).
* 12 months previous experience in NHS (UK) hospitals
* Good communication and organisational skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Knowledge of NMC/HCPC codes and clinical governance.
* Basic IT skills.
* NHS experience####
** Working Conditions
*** Fast-paced clinical environment with exposure to surgical procedures.
* May involve unsociable hours, night shifts, and on-call duties.
* Requires physical stamina and emotional resilience.
* Must comply with infection prevention and control protocols.
** What we offer
** Competitive rates of pay  Weekly pay  Flexible shift pattern Full time, Part-time & Ad Hoc  Working across leading NHS sites in Greater Manchester Area  Ongoing Support from our recruitment team

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