Registered Nurse, Surgical Services - Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU) - Royal Columbian Hospital

Fraser Health; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major health care provider in New Westminster, B.C. is looking for a dedicated Post Anesthetic Care Nurse to join their team. This role entails providing specialized care for patients recovering from anesthesia, conducting assessments, and working closely with an interdisciplinary team. Candidates must have a nursing degree, active registration with the region's nursing college, and relevant clinical experience. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, contributing to a supportive work environment focused on patient care.

Benefits

Comprehensive, 100% Employer‑Paid Benefits

Generous Vacation Time

Immediate Pension Enrollment

Maternity Top‑Up

TransLink Pass Subsidy

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing.
• Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with BCCNM.
• One year recent relevant clinical nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess post anaesthetic patients by gathering and evaluating information.
• Provide nursing care based on physicians' orders and initiate immediate treatment as required.
• Document assessments, nursing diagnosis, observations, and interventions.

Skills

Clinical proficiency in the designated clinical area

Proficiency in initiating and maintaining Intravenous Therapy

Effective communication with patients and families

Ability to recognize acuity changes

Ability to organize and prioritize work

Education

Graduation from an approved School of Nursing

Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse

Job description

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42 - $59.52 / hour

Job Summary

Join our amazing team at Royal Columbian Hospital (RCH) in New Westminster, B.C.
Are you a dedicated and compassionate nurse with a passion for patient care? Do you thrive in fast‑paced environments and have a keen eye for detail? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! As a Post Anesthetic Care Nurse (PACU) recovery room nurse you will specialize in providing care for patients who are recovering from anesthesia after surgery or other medical procedures.

Overview

In accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of practice and the Mission and Values of Fraser Health, the Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU) provides direct nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia. The role includes assessment, planning, delivering, coordinating, and evaluating nursing care.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, 100% Employer‑Paid Benefits
• Generous Vacation Time – eligible employees can earn up to four weeks of vacation
• Benefit Portability – transfer benefits from another HEABC employer
• Immediate Pension Enrollment – defined municipal pension plan from day one
• Maternity Top‑Up – 87% top‑up during maternity leave
• TransLink Pass Subsidy – 50% subsidy on TransLink passes
• Additional employee discounts and perks available

Responsibilities

1. Assess post anaesthetic patients by collecting and evaluating information from a variety of sources, making a nursing diagnosis, and determining appropriate nursing interventions.
2. Provide nursing care to address critical care needs of patients according to physicians' and anaesthetists' orders, initiating immediate treatment if required and modifying care as needs change.
3. Communicate and share information with interdisciplinary health care team members, collaborating to identify and resolve issues and adjust care plans as required.
4. Coordinate nursing care for the patient; set priorities, assign and delegate tasks to support staff, and make referrals to the interprofessional care team according to established protocols and practice standards.
5. Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff by following sound bacteriological and preventative medicine principles and familiarizing with fire and other emergency procedures.
6. Establish a therapeutic relationship by demonstrating empathy, trust, and respect, advocating for the patient’s rights to privacy, dignity, and access to information, and ensuring the patient’s choice and autonomy in decision making and care planning.
7. Document assessments, nursing diagnosis, observations, interventions, patient/family responses, outcomes/evaluations, and referrals according to practice standards and Fraser Health procedures.
8. Participate on nursing committees, care conferences, and councils as assigned or with the Manager.
9. Participate in research and quality improvement activities by identifying patient care issues, collecting data, and making recommendations for corrective action.
10. Participate in in‑services and other educational programs, identifying learning goals and maintaining current clinical competence within the area of practice.
11. Act as a preceptor or mentor to assigned new nursing staff and students; share information, demonstrate care activities, and participate in orientation.
12. Provide feedback to the Manager regarding effectiveness of patient care programs, policy/clinical decision support tools (e.g., clinical pathways, standards, order sets, and procedures), and equipment.
13. Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience
Graduation from an approved School of Nursing. Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM). One year recent relevant clinical nursing experience in the designated clinical area and completion of postgraduate coursework and/or certification applicable to the area, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Clinical proficiency in the designated clinical area.
• Proficiency in initiating and maintaining Intravenous Therapy.
• Ability to complete initial and ongoing patient assessment and apply nursing theory to provide care through appropriate interventions.
• Ability to recognize acuity changes.
• Ability to determine and deal with emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, the public, staff, and the interprofessional team.
• Ability to promote person‑centered care and advocate for patients.
• Ability to integrate and evaluate data from multiple sources to problem‑solve.
• Ability to teach and instruct patients and families about topics essential to health care.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to collaborate and promote cooperation among interprofessional team members.
• Ability to use relevant research‑based evidence to support nursing decisions.
• Ability to operate related equipment and computer applications.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of this position.

About Fraser Health

Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, respecting the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations. Our hospital and community‑based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff, and volunteers. We maintain an environment of respect, care, and trust and strive for an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe workforce.

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