REGISTERED NURSE (RN), OPERATING ROOM

Northern Health; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health

Dental

Municipal pension plan

Four weeks of vacation

Moving expenses support

Employee referral program

Leadership development opportunities

Loan forgiveness programs

Job summary

Northern Health is seeking a motivated Registered Nurse to join the Dawson Creek & District Hospital perioperative team. The OR/P.A.R. nurse delivers compassionate patient care across the perioperative continuum and provides guidance to nursing and non-nursing staff as needed.

The role requires RN registration in BC, current CPR Level C, and a perioperative certification or equivalent experience, with call duties and a Monday–Friday day shift schedule in Dawson Creek, BC.

Qualifications

• RN registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BC CNMs) required.
• Post graduate certificate in perioperative nursing or 1 year recent perioperative nursing experience preferred.
• Current Level C CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct perioperative nursing care according to standards/policies.
• Assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and document perioperative and immediate post-operative care.
• Deliver care under the OR/PACU Unit Manager direction and supervise nursing/non-nursing staff as required.
• Maintain effective communication and teaching for patients, families, and staff.

Skills

Registered Nurse (RN)

Critical thinking

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Effective communication

Nursing judgment

Post-anesthesia/perioperative care

Patient safety

Well-being management

Clinical supervision

Call coverage

Education

RN registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Post graduate certificate in perioperative nursing

Job description

Position Summary

Do you have a passion for nursing? We have the position for you! We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care to join our team at the Dawson Creek & District Hospital.

Under the general direction of the OR/PACU Unit Manager, the OR/P.A.R. nurse provides direct nursing care to the peri-operative patient according to established standards/policies and provides work direction to nursing and non-nursing staff as required. The OR/P.A.R. nurse assesses the physical and psychological needs; plans, implements, evaluating and documents the nursing care for the patient during the peri-operative process, and the immediate post-operative period. Call is required.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work:

Monday to Friday, Days, 07:15 to 15:15 (rotating)

Qualfications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
• Current Level C CPR certification required.
• Post graduate certificate in perioperative nursing or a minimum of one-year recent related experience in peri-operative nursing.

Skills and Abilities:

• Work as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Make and apply nursing judgment using analytical skills.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Interact with others effectively.
• Maintain the physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Maintain own physical, mental and emotional well being.
• Using Critical Thinking skills, prioritize and organize patient care.
• Operate related equipment.
• Teach and provide clinical supervision.

Where you will be working:

Facility:

Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through Dawson Creek and District Hospital

Community:

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Dawson Creek

More about Northern Health

Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:

• Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.