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

Salary
: CAD $41.42 - $59.52 / hour

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.

Royal Columbian Hospital is conveniently located adjacent to the Sapperton Sky Train station on the Expo Line, making it easily accessible by public transit for both patients and staff. The Royal Columbian Hospital Redevelopment Project (RCHRP) is a multi-year, multi-phase project to increase the hospital s capacity, beds, and services. Read more here RCHRP Phase Two. New Westminster is known for its stunning waterfront views along the Fraser River, located near several municipalities in the Greater Vancouver region.

• Comprehensive, 100% Employer-Paid Benefits:
  Enjoy peace of mind with full coverage.
• Generous Vacation Time: eligible employees can earn up to four weeks of vacation.
• Benefit Portability:
  Seamlessly transfer your benefits from another HEABC employer.
• Immediate Pension Enrollment:
  Defined municipal pension plan from day one.
• Maternity Top-Up: 87% top-up during maternity leave.
• Trans Link Pass Subsidy: 50% subsidy on Trans Link passes
• Additional employee discounts and perks available
• Eligibility based on employment status

• Assesses post-anaesthetic patients by collecting and evaluating information from a variety of sources using observation, communication, data review, and physical assessment; makes a nursing diagnosis and plans, performs, evaluates, and documents nursing interventions and care.
• Provides nursing care to address critical care needs of patients according to physicians' and anaesthetists' orders, and in conformance with standards and hospital policies; initiates immediate treatment if required and modifies care as needed.
• Communicates and shares information with the interprofessional care team; collaborates with Physicians, Licensed Practical Nurses, and other health care professionals to identify and resolve issues and adjust care plans as required.
• Coordinates nursing care for the patient; sets priorities, assigns and delegates tasks to support staff, and makes referrals according to established protocols and practice standards.
• Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment and is familiar with fire and other emergency procedures.
• Establishes a therapeutic relationship, advocating for the patient s rights to privacy, dignity and informed decision making.
• Documents assessments, nursing diagnoses, observations, interventions, patient/family responses, outcomes/evaluations, and referrals according to practice standards and Fraser Health procedures.
• Participates in nursing committees, care conferences and councils as assigned; engages in research and quality improvement activities as appropriate.
• Attends in-services and educational programs; maintains and updates clinical competence and knowledge within area of practice.
• Acts as a preceptor or mentor to new nursing staff and students; participates in orientation.
• Provides feedback to management regarding the effectiveness of patient care programs and equipment.
• Performs other related duties as required.

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 (1) year s recent relevant clinical nursing experience in the designated clinical area and completion of post-graduate coursework and/or certification applicable to the area, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• 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 with appropriate safety interventions.
• Ability to recognise acuity changes and respond to emergencies.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians and other personnel.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and the interprofessional care team using multiple communication methods.
• Ability to promote person-centred care with empathy and respect for diverse cultures and patient advocacy.
• Ability to integrate and evaluate data from multiple sources to problem-solve.
• Ability to teach and instruct patients and families about health topics.
• Ability to organize and prioritise work; collaborate with the interprofessional care team.
• Ability to use factual information and evidence-informed practice to support nursing decisions.
• Ability to operate related equipment including computer applications.
• Physical ability to…