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Staff Nurse - Day Surgery Unit / Recovery


Main area: Women and Newborn

Grade: Band 5

Hours: Full time, Part time - 37.5 hours per week

Job ref: 188-NM040626

Site: Princess Anne Hospital

Town: Southampton

Salary: Per annum - Pro rata

Closing: 25/06/2026

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

 


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