Post-Operative/Recovery Nurse

ABOUT US PURPOSE AND VISION  Working as part of a permanent team, we have an opportunity for a professional and knowledgeable scrub nurse to join us; to provide exceptional care for our patients. We will enable you to develop your skills and grow your career, supporting our three-theatre hospital, working with our hand-picked “best in class” plastic surgeons and a committed team of professionals who love delighting our patients with high standards of care and excellent results. As a family-owned clinic we are committed to our people and a have a strong, supportive theatre team who reflect our values of care and professionalism and are reliable, dependable and team spirited. Building excellent relationships with consultants and patients is an important part of the role, supporting the theatres team and promoting best practice in all areas of regulatory compliance. Our clinical team benefit from our career pathways approach, providing opportunity for progression within other clinical specialisms, multi-disciplinary theatre skills development; technical progression, or leadership and people management opportunities as part of a personal development discussion. THE OPPORTUNITY Scrub Nurse Location: Cadogan Clinic, Sloane Street, Chelsea, London Contract: Permanent, Full-time (40 hours per week) Salary: £36,000–£38,000 DOE + shift enhancements & benefits (OTE up to £45,000) Shifts: Flexible shifts across 5 days (Monday–Sunday), On-call rotation required About Us At the Cadogan Clinic, we are a family-owned, award-winning day hospital specialising in plastic surgery and dermatology. Our values are rooted in patient-centred care, clinical excellence, and professionalism. We pride ourselves on having a supportive, knowledgeable team, and we are committed to developing and nurturing our people. The Opportunity We are looking for a highly motivated Scrub Nurse to join our high-performing theatre team, working across three state-of-the-art theatres at one of the UK’s leading cosmetic surgery clinics. No two days are the same — you’ll be supporting a wide range of procedures including (but not limited to) rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, facelift, labiaplasty, blepharoplasty, liposuction, and fat transfer. Working closely with our world-class consultants, you’ll play a key role in ensuring safe and effective theatre preparation, surgical assistance, and patient safety. Whether you’re looking to broaden your experience or deepen your expertise in a particular area, you’ll find support, mentorship, and room to grow here. This role requires exceptional communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively as part of the team, with outstanding organisational skills. What You’ll Bring Essential * Registered Nurse with valid NMC pin * At least 1 year’s experience in a Scrub Nurse role in the UK * 6+ months’ experience on a PACU ward * Passion for delivering excellent patient care * Strong communication and teamworking skills * Positive, flexible, and proactive approach * Basic understanding of patient care in day-case surgery Desirable * Experience in cosmetic or plastic surgery * Willingness to cross-specialise in Recovery and Scrub * Previous experience supporting multi-disciplinary theatre teams Why Join Us? * Prestigious Location: Based in the heart of Chelsea, just a short walk from Sloane Square, Knightsbridge and Victoria stations * Career Growth: Structured development pathways, mentorship, and the chance to learn from some of the UK’s leading plastic surgeons * Flexible Working: No overnight shifts, varied start times to help avoid peak travel hours, plus taxi service for late finishes Perks and Benefits * 31 days annual leave (including public holidays), rising to 33 days after 2 years * Special leave perks – your birthday and your wedding day off (after 1 year of service) * Pension scheme via NEST * Wellbeing benefits – healthy in-clinic snacks, Cycle to Work scheme * Beauty perks – discounted treatments and products post-probation * Social events – monthly team lunches and an active social calendar * Recognition schemes – rewards for long service and exceptional contribution * Referral bonuses – help us grow our team and get rewarded Learning and Development * Protected learning time and formal training opportunities aligned with our clinic strategy * Regular lunchtime learning sessions from consultants, industry specialists, and founders * Career development in specialist areas – we actively support your ambitions * Clinical mentorship and role shadowing with expert practitioners * Opportunities to engage with our fellowship programme for plastic surgeons Ready to Make a Difference? Join a team where your expertise and compassion directly shape patient experiences and outcomes. If you’re passionate about high standards, personal development, and collaborative working, we’d love to hear from you. WHY US? Why Join Us? * Patient-Centered Care:, You’ll have the time and focus to deliver truly personalised, exceptional care. With an average of just 3 ASA 1 patients per shift, and an 90% permanent staff team, you can take time to understand your patient’s needs give them individual support and attention. * Prestigious Location: Work in the heart of Chelsea on Sloane Street, London’s luxury shopping and cultural destination. Access to great restaurants and bars to relax and enjoy time after work and walking distance from Sloane Square, Knightsbridge and Victoria Stations * Career Development: Advance your skills with expert mentorship, formal training pathways, and opportunities to work alongside world-renowned plastic surgeons. * Flexible Working: Enjoy varied shifts designed to avoid peak travel fares, with added perks like a taxi service for late finishes and staff treatment benefit. No overnight shifts   Put patient care first and join our award-winning team at one of the UK’s leading cosmetic clinics.

About Us: Plastic Surgery Center of Hampton Roads [https://pschr.com/] (an Inspire Aesthetics Group [https://inspireaestheticsgroup.com/] Partner) strives to provide a comfortable, compassionate, safe plastic surgery experience. With over 90+ years of plastic surgery experience, our award-winning plastic surgeons are well-known for listening to our patients and delivering beautiful results. From our pre-operative care center to our AAAASF accredited, fully appointed surgical center, we provide our patients with a caring, positive experience from the very first appointment and throughout their care. Job Overview:  If you have a passion for aesthetics and love providing exceptional patient care, then you’ve come to the right place! Work with amazing, talented, and supportive team members at Plastic Surgery Center of Hampton Roads. In the operating room, you will have frequent exposure to blood or body fluid, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a surgical operating room environment. In the clinic, you may be assisting surgeons in local procedures and working directly with the patients before and after surgery. Surgery days typically begin at 7:00 am and end at 5 pm. Must be flexible to work in both our Newport News and Williamsburg locations.  Responsibilities:  * Know the name, use and location of medications, supplies and equipment used in the operating room, recovery room, the instrument processing areas and storage. * Familiar with the use of sterilizer, ultrasonic instrument cleaner, operating room table, lifts and lights, cautery unit, microscope, laser, suction, crash cart, EKG monitor, defibrillator, washer/dryer etc. * Familiar with organizational policies and procedures. * Ensure regular operating room and recovery room equipment maintenance and servicing, according to established policies. * Understand the duties of the surgeon, the anesthesiologist, the circulating nurse and the support staff, within the organization. * Understand all duties and functions of the pre/post-operative nurse, recovery room nurse, scrub technician, and sterilization. * Ensure compliance with regulations and the facility's standards of quality patient care. * Assist in the operating room set-up with the necessary supplies and equipment for each surgical procedure. * Assist in the operating room clean-up and decontamination after each surgery. * Handle and dispose of Biomedical Waste according to policies and procedures. * Process and send specimens to the lab. * Maintain sterile field and technique during surgical procedure. * Ensure instruments/terminal are properly cleaned * Assist physician during surgery. Ensure a smooth flow in the operating room. * Assist with patient care in the clinical setting to include but not limited to, assisting with local procedures, answering patient questions, and rooming patients in the clinic setting.   * Complete charting required for post-op, follow-ups, specimen collection, and consults as needed in the clinical setting.   * Follow strict traffic control and maintain sterile environment in the operating room and recovery room. * During downtime, assist with facility laundry needs * Maintain strict aseptic technique at all times. * Adhere to operating room/office dress code policy. * Transport, process and sterilize instruments and surgical trays according to established policies and procedures. * Maintain sterilization records and sterilization quality control records. * Maintain patient confidentiality. * Perform related work as required. Experience:  * Ambulatory surgery center: 1 year (Preferred) * Extensive knowledge of sub-sterile policies and procedures License/Certification: * BLS Certification (Preferred) * Surgical Technician Certification (Required) Work Schedule: * Typically 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM (no nights, no weekends) Our Company is a Drug-Free Workplace dedicated to maintaining a safe, healthy, and professional environment for our patients, employees, and community. As a condition of employment, all candidates who receive a contingent offer of employment must successfully complete all required pre-employment screenings, including a background check and a drug screening, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The pre-employment drug screening includes marijuana (THC) and other controlled substances. A positive test result for marijuana (THC) or any prohibited substance, where permitted by applicable law and consistent with Company policy, may disqualify an applicant from employment.