Registered Nurse (N2) - PACU

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional healthcare authority in Winnipeg is seeking a qualified nurse for their Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). This in-person role requires nursing expertise, with an emphasis on providing effective patient care in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should possess a nursing degree, relevant experience, and essential certifications. Ideal applicants will demonstrate strong communication skills and a commitment to continuous improvement in patient care. Join a dedicated team focused on delivering quality healthcare services.

Qualifications

• One-year current Post-Anesthesia Care Unit nursing experience required.
• Current Basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certificate required.
• Active participation in professional associations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort throughout the recovery process.
• Work collaboratively with healthcare team members.

Skills

Knowledge of College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice

Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills

Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations

Proficient with computers and software programs

Critical thinking/problem-solving skills

Education

Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program

Critical Care Course

Job description

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Employer: Winnipeg Regional Health Authority

Site: Victoria General Hospital

Department / Unit: PACU - Day Surgery

Job Stream: Clinical

Union: MNU

Anticipated Start Date: 01/14/2026

FTE: 0.50

Anticipated Shift: Days;Evenings;Weekends;Standby coverage as required;Non-Repeating (non-conforming)

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

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Position Overview

Experience

• One-year current Post-Anesthesia Care Unit nursing experience required.
• Recent Surgical/ICU and/or Emergency experience preferred.
• ECT experience preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program required.
• Critical Care Course preferred.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Responsible for maintaining and providing proof of registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM).
• Active participation in professional associations e.g. Association of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (ARNM) preferred.
• Current Basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certificate required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred.

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge of:
  • College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice for Registered Nurses.
  • Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses.
  • Scope of practice as documented in the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA).
  • Regional/Facility/Unit policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines.
  • Nursing care knowledge related to clinical area.
  • Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), Protection of Persons in Care Act, Mental Health Act, Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS), Principles of Routine Practices (Universal Precautions) and other legislated acts.
  • Roles and responsibilities of members of the healthcare team.
  • Principles of delegation.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
• Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values.
• Demonstrated critical thinking/problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize care for an individual patient or group of patients.
• Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands.
• Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.
• Ability to perform independently and as a member of the healthcare team.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations.
• Ability to maintain concentration with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to function in a demanding and stressful environment.
• Proficient with computers, software programs, and applications such as Windows and Word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Physical Requirements

• Moderate to heavy physical effort required.

If there are no applicants meeting the posted qualifications, the Employer MAY CONSIDER an applicant who does not meet the posted qualifications

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions across the WRHA legal entity that combine to equal more than 1.0 EFT. The WRHA legal entity includes Churchill Health Centre, Deer Lodge Centre, Golden West Centennial Lodge, Grace Hospital, Middlechurch Home of Winnipeg, Pan Am Clinic, River Park Gardens, Victoria General Hospital, WRHA corporate programs, and WRHA community health services.

Interviewed candidates may be called upon to participate in a skills assessment.

Any application received after the closing time will not be included in the competition.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.