Specialty Education, Registered Nurse (rn), Post Anesthesia Care Unit

Northern Health; Terrace; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Northern BC is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for the Post Anesthetic Recovery department. The role includes providing nursing care, coordinating with patients, and participating in a comprehensive training program. Applicants need to be registered with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives and must commit to a program that prepares them for perianesthesia nursing. Comprehensive benefits and a supportive community environment are included.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental

Four weeks vacation after one year

Financial support for moving expenses

Employer-paid training and development

Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible professions

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
• Post diploma certification in operating room techniques and procedures.
• Recent experience in O.R. and P.A.C.U. is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide and co-ordinate nursing care in the Post Anesthetic Recovery department.
• Scheduled on-call responsibilities for emergency surgery.
• Complete the education program prior to working in the department.

Skills

Ability to deal with others effectively

Ability to operate related equipment

Physical ability to perform the duties of the position

Ability to organize work

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Post diploma certification in operating room techniques

Post diploma course in post-anesthetic care nursing

Job description

Position Summary

Do you have a passion for nursing? Do you want to extend your nursing knowledge? We have a training opportunity that may interest you! We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care to join our team in the Post Anesthetic Recovery department at Ksyen Regional Hospital.

In accordance with established hospital policies and procedures provides and co‑ordinates nursing care to assigned patients consistent with current standards of nursing practice and the clinical specialty of operating room nursing and post‑anaesthetic care nursing. Nursing responsibilities include scheduled on‑call responsibilities for emergency surgery and PACU assignment.

Northern Health Regional Education for Perianesthesia Critical Care (REPACC): The NH Regional Education for Perianesthesia Critical Care Nursing uses a standardized, evidence‑informed online curriculum offered by Elsevier, called ASPAN Mosby’s Orientation to Perianesthesia Nursing (MOPAN) with additional evidence‑informed online modules completed through Essentials of Critical Care Orientation (ECCO). The program begins with the Mosby’s ECG Dysrhythmia Interpretation 4.0 educational course. REPACC continues with a 10‑week theory portion using a blend of evidence‑based online learning modules, instructor‑led theory, skills labs, simulation, and clinical practicum to introduce learners to perianesthesia nursing. REPACC includes essential education courses Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Collaborative Advanced Management of Airways for Nurses (CAMAN) which provide essential and valuable knowledge and skills to prepare learners to anticipate and provide safe patient care in the perianesthesia care setting. Upon successful completion of the theory‑based learning, learners are paired with a preceptor for 20‑8‑hour shifts in PACU and 8‑12‑hour shifts in the ICU. The preceptorship will prepare nurses to provide safe and competent perianesthesia nursing care at a novice level.

• There are 6 training positions available for 2025/2026.
• Northern Health provides placement support and funding for tuition, textbooks, and travel expenses for clinical placements, as required.
• learners should expect to make a 4‑6 month commitment for this education, which includes online and in‑person learning.
• Additional study time, outside of scheduled hours, will be required to successfully complete the program.
• Flexibility for practicums is necessary.
• Applicants must successfully complete the education program prior to working in the department.
• Upon successful completion of the education program, Northern Health requires an eighteen (18) month return of service in a regular position in the area of nursing applicable to the education program.
• Qualified applicants will be considered first for specialty positions. If there are no qualified applicants, training lines will be awarded to unqualified applicants and training will be provided.

ACTUAL START DATE & HOURS OF WORK varies as education is on‑going throughout 2025/2026. Contact [e-mail] for info

Shift Rotation/Hours of work:

Monday to Friday, Days, 08:00 to 16:00

Ksyen Regional Hospital

The new Ksyen Regional Hospital welcomed its first patients on November 24, 2024. More than double the size of the previous hospital, the facility features 82 beds, private rooms, and is a centre for trauma services, orthopedic surgeries, pathology, radiology, clinical support, and pharmacy services. The hospital is also a training site for medical students in the Northern Medical Program.

Terrace

The thriving community of Terrace is northern living at its best. Snow‑capped mountains, pristine glacier‑fed rivers, lakes and streams all add to the beauty of this community. The main industries in Terrace are communications, transportation and natural resources. The population is approximately 12,700. There are nine elementary schools, four secondary schools, and Northwest Community College and a UNBC campus. Check out Terrace where there is always something new to experience.

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 is available 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" are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.

Examples may include:

• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume.

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Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
• Post diploma certification in operating room techniques and procedures, or post diploma course in post‑anaesthetic care nursing, CPNC (national perioperative certification) desirable OR.
• Equivalent combination of education, training and recent experience in O.R. and P.A.C.U.
• Critical care skills an asset.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize work.

Who we are

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We deliver hospital and community‑based health care for a population of 300,000.

Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.

There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long‑term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.