Registered Nurse - Post Anesthetic Care Unit (PACU)

Joseph Brant Hospital; Burlington; Vor Ort; CAD 70.000 - 95.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Joseph Brant Hospital in Burlington, Ontario is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Post Anesthetic Care Unit (PACU) on a casual basis. Assignment spans Days, Evenings, Nights and weekends with extended tours. Internal posting closing Oct 16, 2026; external closing date not shown.

JBH is a major teaching hospital serving Halton region. Qualified candidates must have RN registration in Ontario and PACU experience, plus a PACU nursing certificate or enrollment.

Qualifikationen

• Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse.
• Must have current or recent PACU experience (at least two years).
• Must have completed or be enrolled in a PACU nursing certificate program.
• Must have completed a critical care nursing program and have knowledge of arterial lines, Swan-Ganz lines, CVP lines and respirators.
• Extensive knowledge of pain management including Epidural and PCA pumps.
• Demonstrated clinical assessment and patient/family teaching skills.
• Demonstrated effective communication and teamwork in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Demonstrated skill and knowledge of I.V. therapy.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality and availability.
• Post diploma education or BScN preferred.

Kenntnisse

RN licensure

PACU experience

Critical care nursing

I.V. therapy

Pain management

Teamwork

Communication

Attendance punctuality

Ausbildung

Certificate in PACU nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Jobbeschreibung

Registered Nurse - Post Anesthetic Care Unit (PACU) - Casual (253888-67)

Position Available: Registered Nurse
Status: Casual
Department: Surgery - Post Anesthetic Care Unit (PACU)
Union: O.N.A.
Shifts: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Extended Tours

Posting Date: October 9, 2026

Closing Date: October 16, 2026

Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on October 16, 2026

About Joseph Brant Hospital:

Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH) is a full-service hospital located in the growing and thriving community of Burlington, Ontario, serving more than 185,000 residents in Halton, Hamilton, Waterdown, Flamborough, Milton and Stoney Creek. JBH is honoured to be recognized as one of Hamilton Niagara’s Top Employers since 2015, with a skilled team of approximately 200 physicians, 2,000 employees, and more than 300 volunteers.

JBH is a Clinical Education site in conjunction with McMaster University, and is designated as an Academic Community Teaching Hospital. JBH is also a partner member of the Burlington Ontario Health Team (BOHT). JBH is deeply committed to providing exemplary care and living the hospital’s core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.

JBH also inspires and empowers a culture of caring and this is demonstrated in many ways including our commitment to the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people. For more information, visit www.josephbranthospital.ca .

Qualifications:

• Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse.
• Must have current or recent clinical experience of at least two years in the Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (required).
• Must have completed or be currently enrolled in a certificate program in Post Anaesthetic Care Unit nursing (required).
• Must have completed a critical care nursing program and have current knowledge and demonstrated skill in the care of patients with arterial lines, swan-ganz lines, CVP lines and respirators and care of paediatric patients and airway management.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of pain management concepts including recent experience with the use of Epidural and PCA pumps.
• Demonstrated clinical assessment and patient/family teaching skills.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated skill and knowledge of I.V. therapy is required.
• Demonstrated reliable attendance, punctuality and availability required.
• Preference will be given to candidates with post diploma related educational preparation or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN).

Please Note: Assignment subject to change based on the needs of the department.

Joseph Brant Hospital is committed to an equitable and inclusive culture where everyone thrives and feels that they belong. One of the pillars of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion framework is to enable our people and patients to flourish by removing barriers. In compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available during the recruitment and selection process and throughout employment.

Please help us meet our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier-free environment by letting us know if you require accommodation. Contact Human Resources for confidential assistance at [e-mail] or at 905-632-3737 ext. 4129.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. JBH does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.