Pre & Post Op Lead Nurse / ODP – Brand New Private Hospital
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Salary: up to £45,000 per annum plus Bonus & Competitive Company Benefits
We are looking for a motivated Pre-Op Assessment and Post-Op Unit Lead to join a brand-new private hospital. This role involves leading day‑to‑day unit operations, post‑anaesthetic recovery, emergency response, and the development of high‑quality pre‑operative assessment services.
Responsibilities
- Lead the unit day‑to‑day, ensuring safe, efficient patient flow from admission to discharge
- Take clinical leadership in post‑anaesthetic recovery
- Recognise and respond to acute deterioration, leading emergency situations when needed
- Develop and lead a high‑quality Pre‑Operative Assessment service
- Support, mentor, and inspire a multidisciplinary clinical team
- Work closely with consultants, anaesthetists, and theatre teams
- Drive continuous improvement, governance, and patient safety standards
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (NMC) or ODP (HCPC)
- Strong surgical background
- Experience in post‑op care, day surgery, or inpatient surgical settings
- Additional experience in Recovery, HDU, or ITU highly advantageous
- Previous Band 6 (or equivalent) experience minimum – ready to step up or already operating at Band 7
- Confident in leading teams and managing acute clinical situations
- Willingness to complete Advanced Life Support (ALS) and be part of the Resus team
Benefits
- Generous Annual Bonus Scheme
- Salary up to £45,000 dependent on experience, negotiable for the right candidate
- Free on‑site parking
- Great work‑life balance – predictable day‑case environment and option for 4 or 5 day working week
- Opportunity to lead in the acute phase – take ownership of post‑anaesthetic recovery and immediate post‑operative care
- Shape services – key role in developing and leading the Pre‑Op Assessment pathway
- Professional registration paid for annually
- Personal Development Plan
- 27 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
- Private Medical Insurance
- Eye Care
- Season Ticket Loan / Cycle to Work Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Policies supporting health and wellbeing
Apply
Contact Rachel Smith directly at 02392 002 799 or email rsmith@compassltd.co.uk with an updated CV.
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