REGISTERED NURSE (RN), STAFF, POST ANESTHESIA CARE UNIT

Northern Health - BC; Prince George; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health organization in Prince George is seeking a motivated Registered Nurse to join their team at the University Hospital. The role involves providing compassionate patient care in a PACU setting, working closely with an interdisciplinary team, and ensuring client-centered care. Candidates must have a nursing registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, along with relevant nursing education.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Four weeks vacation after one year

Employer-paid training opportunities

Qualifications

• Must possess a current nursing registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Experience in acute clinical settings is preferred.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in a PACU setting.
• Assess and respond to patient needs.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to ensure patient-centered care.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Clinical assessment

Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams

Nursing science knowledge

Education

Current nursing registration

Relevant nursing degree

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care to join our team at the University Hospital of Northern BC. The Staff RN, PACU, practices in accordance with the Vision, Values, Ethics and Standards of the organization and of the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) and within a patient- and family-centered care model. The Staff RN, PACU, provides nursing care in an acute clinical setting and is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of client care. Working in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, the Staff Nurse ensures the delivery of client-centered care by assisting individual clients and their families respond to changing health care needs. This Staff RN, PACU, possesses a specialized body of knowledge and bases practice on nursing science and related content from other sciences and humanities.

Shift Rotation / Hours

Days, Nights, 07:00 to 19:00, 19:00 to 07:00 (Rotating)

About University Hospital of Northern BC (UHNBC)

UHNBC is the largest acute care facility within the Northern Health region and a hub for specialized health services. It is also a teaching hospital.

• Provides undergraduate physician training through the Northern Medical Program, run by the University of British Columbia and University of Northern British Columbia.
• Hosts residents in UBC’s Family Practice Residency Program
• Is a key clinical education site for nursing and many health sciences students at UNBC, the College of New Caledonia, BCIT and other institutions.
• UHNBC has benefited from nearly $100 million in expansions, renovations and new equipment since 2001:
• Patient care addition with an expanded emergency room and updated ICU
• State-of-the-art maternal-child care centre (including a single room neonatal ICU)
• Facilities to accommodate undergraduate physician training
• MRI unit

UHNBC is also home to a cancer centre for Northern BC, featuring a wide range of cancer treatments including radiation therapy.

UHNBC is growing, with the new Acute Care Tower estimated to open in winter 2031. This major expansion will bring state-of-the-art care to Northern BC. By joining our team in Prince George now, you’ll position yourself to work in one of the most advanced acute care environments in the province.

Prince George

Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and serves a rural population of about 300,000. The region’s economic growth and diversification strategies create opportunities for investors, employers and employees. The city offers affordable housing, transportation access, and a high standard of living. It is the fourth largest city in British Columbia with a population of approximately 82,300 and serves as a center for the region. Check out Prince George for more information on what this community has to offer.

What Northern Health has to offer you

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• Loan forgiveness programs offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions

Application notes

• As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation: Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession) and any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.
• Examples may include program certificates or diplomas, transcripts, and it is recommended to provide a cover letter and resume.

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