Registered Nurse - PACU

Clearpoint Health Network (CHN) is one of Canada’s largest trusted provider of independent surgical and multi-disciplinary medical centres across Canada. Working in close collaboration with hospitals, insurance providers, regional health organizations and workers’ compensation boards, Clearpoint delivers high-quality care across Canada meeting the needs of patients, while alleviating capacity pressure on public health systems.

The Registered Nurse will provide safe, compassionate, and efficient nursing care throughout the perioperative patient journey. This role gives you the opportunity to work in Pre-Operative Assessment, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), or Phase 2 Recovery/Discharge. The RN will work collaboratively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and the multidisciplinary team to ensure patients receive high-quality care throughout their surgical journey.

Position :
Part time (0.5 FTE)

No of position: 3

• Competitive Wage: $60.00 per hour.
• Paid Time Off:
  Enjoy paid vacation and time away from work.
• Health & Dental Benefits:
  Comprehensive coverage to support your health and well-being.
• Retirement Savings:
  Employer RRSP matching contributions of up to 3% of eligible earnings.

• Complete comprehensive pre-operative nursing assessments and review patient history, medications, allergies, and relevant clinical information.
• Confirm patient identity, procedure, consent, and readiness for surgery in accordance with established protocols.
• Obtain and document vital signs and other required pre-operative assessments.
• Prepare patients physically and emotionally for surgery and provide education regarding the procedure, recovery, and discharge expectations.
• Establish IV access and administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Identify and elevate any clinical concerns or changes in patient condition to the appropriate physician or anesthesiologist.
• Ensure all required documentation, investigations, and surgical checklists are complete prior to transfer to the operating room.

• Receive and assess patients following surgery and anesthesia, ensuring a safe transition from the operating room.
• Continuously monitor airway, breathing, circulation, level of consciousness, pain, nausea, vital signs, and other post-operative parameters.
• Recognize and respond promptly to changes in patient condition or potential post-anesthetic complications.
• Administer medications, IV therapy, oxygen, and other treatments as ordered.
• Manage post-operative pain, nausea, and other patient symptoms using appropriate interventions and established protocols.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Communicate effectively with anesthesiologists, surgeons, physicians, and other members of the care team regarding patient status.
• Assess patients for readiness to progress from Phase 1 recovery to Phase 2 recovery or for further medical management when required.

• Continue monitoring patients as they recover from anesthesia and meet established discharge criteria.
• Assess pain, nausea, mobility, hydration, vital signs, and overall readiness for discharge.
• Provide clear post-operative instructions to patients and their caregivers, including medication, wound care, activity restrictions, diet, and follow-up requirements.
• Confirm that patients have a responsible adult escort and appropriate arrangements for discharge, in accordance with centre policies.
• Identify and elevate any concerns that may prevent safe discharge.
• Ensure all discharge documentation is complete and accurate.
• Provide patients and families with appropriate education and resources to support a safe recovery at home.
• Follow up or communicate concerns to the appropriate physician or healthcare provider when required.

• Completion of an accredited nursing education program combined with 2-3 years recent experience in an acute care post-anesthetic care unit environment, with at least 4-6 months current PACU experience within a tertiary setting.
• Active/eligible for registration and practice permit with the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals.
• Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) peri-anesthesia certification or critical care certification/Completion of a post-secondary educational institution…