Registered Nurse (RN) | Perioperative

Interior Health; Penticton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premiums

Employer paid benefits

Educational opportunities

Job summary

Interior Health is seeking an experienced Perioperative Registered Nurse to join the Operating Room team at Penticton Regional Hospital in Penticton, BC. The role is a permanent part‑time (0.51) position with shifts days and evenings, rotating 07:00–15:30, 09:00–17:30, 14:30–23:00.

The RN will provide nursing care to OR patients, work within an interdisciplinary team, and uphold evidence‑based practice while advancing clinical competence and participating in approved hospital activities as

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Current CPR certification required.
• Advanced preparation in perioperative nursing and one year of recent related OR experience or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care to OR patients as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Collaborates with health care providers to enhance patient outcomes.
• Demonstrates evidence‑based practice and ongoing clinical competence.
• Maintains professional development and participates in committees/research as assigned.

Skills

Perioperative nursing

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing degree/diploma

BCCNM registration

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Position Summary

Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Perioperative Registered Nurse to join our Operating Room team at Penticton Regional Hospital in Penticton, BC. If Nursing is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment,

Who We Are

Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.

What We Offer

We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions, to support you at every stage of your career:

• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Generous Vacation Entitlement
• Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Shift Premiums
• Competitive wages

About the Job

The Registered Nurse:

• Provides nursing care to OR patients, both by working independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team
• Enhances quality of life for the patient and family; consults, confers, and collaborates with other health care providers
• Demonstrates continuous improvement and evidence based practice in nursing practice
• Maintains and advances own clinical competence
• Participates on designated hospital committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned

This is a Permanent Part Time (0.51) opportunity.

Shifts of work will be scheduled days and evenings rotating from 07:00 to 15:30, 09:00 to 17:30, 14:30 to 23:00 hours.

About this Location

PRH is a 155-bed Acute Care facility in the Okanagan Health Service Area and responsible for providing core medical and surgical specialty services to surrounding population of approximately 90,000 people. PRH currently runs five operating rooms, one of which is a procedural room to provide services for urology, ENT, general surgery, orthopedics, OB/GYN, chronic pain and uncomplicated pediatric cases over 2 years. There are two OR theatres at the Summerland Health Centre where services are provided including pediatric dental.

Situated in the heart of the Okanagan Valley, Penticton offers the best of both worlds with its stunning lakefront setting and vibrant outdoor lifestyle. Known for its two beautiful lakes- Okanagan Lake and Skaha Lake- Penticton is perfect for water sports, boating, and beach days in the summer, while the surrounding mountains offer hiking, biking, and skiing during the cooler months.

The city is also famous for its wine region, with numerous wineries offering tastings and tours year-round. With a lively arts scene, delicious local food, and a welcoming community, Penticton provides an exceptional quality of life, whether you're enjoying outdoor adventures or relaxing by the lake.

Come join our team and see why we’re one of BC's Top Employers!

Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work?

Qualfications

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)
• Current CPR certification required
• Advanced preparation in the clinical specialty of the assigned area (perioperative nursing) and one year recent related clinical experience in the assigned practice environment on an operating room similar in size and scope to the facility or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience

Note: Sites requiring competency in Emergency Room, Perianesthesia and Medical Device Reprocessing functions may also require NRP, TNCC and ACLS certificates.