RN - PACU

Cynet Health; Sechelt; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking an RN - PACU in Sechelt, BC, to care for patients immediately after surgery or anesthesia. You will monitor vitals, manage pain, and ensure safe recovery before discharge or transfer to a hospital unit.

Applicants should hold a current RN license for the province and have 1–2 years of nursing experience, preferably PACU or critical care, with BLS and ACLS certifications. Strong assessment and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the relevant province.
• 1–2 years nursing experience, PACU or similar critical care preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS certification required.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor vital signs, oxygen levels, and overall health after surgery.
• Administer pain relief medication and adjust doses based on condition and pain level.
• Help patients recover from anesthesia, managing nausea, vomiting, and other side effects.
• Identify and respond to complications such as respiratory distress or bleeding and take immediate action.
• Record patient progress, medications given, and notable changes in condition.
• Offer reassurance to patients and families during recovery.
• Communicate with surgical team, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Calm under pressure

Pain assessment

Education

RN license (provincial)

Job description

RN - PACU

Shift: 12 hours

Description:

A PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit) nurse is a registered nurse (RN) responsible for caring for patients immediately after surgery or anesthesia, ensuring their safe recovery.PACU nurses monitor patients vital signs, manage pain, and observe for any complications related to anesthesia.Their primary role is to stabilize patients and ensure they are safe before they are either discharged home or transferred to a regular hospital unit.

Key Responsibilities:

• Continuously monitor vital signs, oxygen levels, and overall health after surgery.
• Administer pain relief medication and adjust doses based on the patient’s condition and pain level.
• Help patients recover from the effects of anesthesia, including managing nausea, vomiting, and other side effects.
• Identify and respond to any complications, such as respiratory distress or bleeding, and take immediate action.
• Record patient progress, medications given, and any significant changes in condition.
• Offer reassurance to patients and their families during the recovery process.
• Communicate effectively with the surgical team, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care.

Qualifications:

• Current RN license in the relevant province.
• At least 1-2 years of nursing experience, with experience in a PACU or similar critical care area preferred.
• Certifications in BLS and ACLS.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle emergency situations.