Registered Nurse (rn), Post Anesthetic Recovery

Northern Health; Terrace; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health & dental

Vacation after 4 weeks

Moving expenses support

Employee referral program

Training & leadership development

Short commutes and outdoor activities

Job summary

Northern Health is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for the Post Anesthetic Recovery (PAR) unit at Ksyen Regional Hospital in Terrace, BC. You will work with an interprofessional team to deliver compassionate, evidence-based post-anesthetic nursing care and coordinate recovery plans for patients.

The role requires strong clinical skills, IV therapy, and a patient-centered approach, with shift rotations including days and evenings.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing and current BC College of Nurses and Midwives registration.
• Post-graduate coursework or certification in designated area with at least 1 year of related experience.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients in the Post Anesthetic Recovery Unit after anesthesia.
• Assess, plan, coordinate and evaluate nursing care for recovering patients.
• Collaborate with interprofessional care team to ensure safe, patient-centered care.
• Maintain IV therapy and monitor patient status as part of routine recovery care.
• Communicate clearly with patients, families and the care team to support understanding and advocacy.
• Organize and prioritize workload to meet patient needs efficiently.

Skills

Clinical proficiency

IV therapy

Patient assessment

Communication

Person-centered care

Data integration

Patient education

Prioritization

Interprofessional collaboration

Evidence-based practice

Equipment operation

Physical ability

Education

BC RN registration (BCCNM)

Post-graduate certification/courses

BLS & ACLS certifications

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 Ksyen Regional Hospital.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values and strategic priorities of Northern Health, the Registered Nurse practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice and code of ethics as outlined by the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as well as within a patient and family centered care model.

The Registered Nurse-Post Anesthetic Recovery (PAR), working collaboratively with the interprofessional team, provides direct nursing care to patients recovering from anesthetics within the Post Anesthetic Recovery Unit by assessing, planning, providing, coordinating and evaluating nursing care. The Registered Nurse demonstrates a specialized body of knowledge and bases practice on nursing science and related content from other sciences and humanities.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days, Evenings, 08:30 to 16:48, 09:00 to 17:18, 15:00 to 23:18 (rotating)

Qualfications

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing. Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Completion of post graduate course work and/or certification applicable to designated area and one (1) year recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Skills and Abilities:

• Clinical proficiency in the designated clinical area.
• Proficiency in initiating and maintaining Intravenous Therapy (IV)
• Ability to complete initial and ongoing patient assessment (clinical and diagnostic reasoning) and provide nursing care through appropriate/prescribed technical, therapeutic, safety type interventions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families/care givers, the public, medical staff and members of the interprofessional care team using verbal, written and electronic communication means.
• Ability to promote person-centered care that demonstrates empathy for patients and families/care givers, sensitivity to diverse cultures and preferences, and patient advocacy.
• Ability to integrate and evaluate data from multiple sources to problem-solve effectively.
• Ability to teach and instruct patients and families/care givers about topics essential to their health care and well-being.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to collaborate with and promote cooperation among members of the interprofessional care team.
• Ability to use factual information, prior learning and basic principles and procedures to support nursing decisions and actions with relevant research-based evidence/evidence-informed practice.
• Ability to operate related equipment including relevant computer applications.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Where you will be working:

Facility:

Additional details about this facility's programs and care environment can be found through Ksyen Regional Hospital

Community:

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

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, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

• 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.