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

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Fraser Health

8d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Healthcare
  • Delta

AI generated summary

  • You must be a graduate of an approved nursing school, hold current BCCNM registration, have 1 year of relevant experience, IV proficiency, and strong communication and assessment skills.
  • You will assess post-anesthetic patients, provide critical care, coordinate nursing tasks, maintain safety, document care, mentor staff, and participate in committees and quality improvement activities.

Requirements

  • - 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 course work and/or certification applicable to the designated clinical 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 (clinical and diagnostic reasoning) and apply nursing theory and expertise to provide nursing care to patients through appropriate/prescribed technical, therapeutic and safety interventions.
  • - Ability to recognize acuity changes.
  • - Ability to determine and deal with emergency situations, patients and families.
  • - Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians and other personnel.
  • - Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families/care givers, the public, medical staff and members of the interprofessional care team using verbal, written and electronic communication means.
  • - Ability to promote person-centered care that demonstrates empathy for patients and families/care givers, sensitivity to diverse cultures and preferences, and patient advocacy.
  • - Ability to integrate and evaluate data from multiple sources to problem-solve effectively.
  • - Ability to teach and instruct patients and families/care givers about topics essential to their health care and well-being.
  • - Ability to organize and prioritize work.
  • - Ability to collaborate with and promote cooperation among members of the interprofessional care team.
  • - Ability to use factual information, prior learning and basic principles and procedures to support nursing decisions and actions with relevant research-based evidence/evidence-informed practice.
  • - Ability to operate related equipment including relevant computer applications.
  • - Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

  • - Assesses post anaesthetic patients by collecting and evaluating information from a variety of sources using skills of observation, communication, data review and physical assessment. Makes a nursing diagnosis of the patient's condition and determines whether improvement or resolution can be determined by an appropriate nursing intervention. 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 established standards and hospital policies. Initiates immediate treatment if required; modifies care as needs change.
  • - Communicates and shares information with interdisciplinary health care team members; collaborates with members of the interprofessional care team including Physicians, Licensed Practical Nurses, Patient Care Coordinator, Clinical Nurse Educators, and other health care professionals/providers in the identification and resolution of issues, adjustments to care plans as required, and in regard to changes in patient condition.
  • - Coordinates nursing care for the patient; sets priorities, assigns and delegates tasks to support staff, and makes referrals to the interprofessional care team according to established protocols and practice standards.
  • - Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff by following sound bacteriological and preventative medicine principles. Maintains familiarity with fire and other emergency procedures.
  • - Establishes a therapeutic relationship by demonstrating empathy, trust and respect, advocating for the patient's rights to privacy, dignity and access to information, and by ensuring the patient's choice and autonomy in decision making and care planning.
  • - Documents assessments, nursing diagnosis, observations, interventions, patient/family responses, outcomes/evaluations, and referrals according to practice standards and Fraser Health procedures.
  • - Participates on nursing committees, care conferences and councils as assigned or as agreed to with the Manager.
  • - Participates in research and quality improvement activities by identifying patient care issues, collecting data, and identifying needs and recommendations for corrective action and changes to practices, procedures or protocols.
  • - Participates in and attends in-services and other educational programs. Identifies own learning goals and maintains and updates current clinical competence and knowledge within area of practice.
  • - Acts as a preceptor or mentor to assigned new nursing staff and students; shares information, demonstrates care activities, participates in orientation.
  • - Provides feedback to the Manager/delegate regarding the effectiveness of patient care programs, policy/clinical decision support tools (e.g. clinical pathways, standards, order sets and procedures), and equipment.
  • - Performs other related duties as required.

FAQs

What is the salary range for the Registered Nurse position in the PACU at Delta Hospital?

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

What are the rotation hours for this position?

The rotation hours include shifts in Surgical Daycare (SDU), Endoscopy (ENDO), and the Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU) with specific hours such as 0600-1400, 0900-1700, 0800-1600, and various on-call shifts.

What qualifications are required for this Registered Nurse position?

Candidates must have graduated from an approved School of Nursing, possess current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM), and have one year of recent relevant clinical nursing experience.

Is previous experience in surgical services required?

Yes, one year of relevant clinical nursing experience in the designated clinical area is required, along with completion of post-graduate coursework or certification applicable to the area.

What type of nursing care will be provided in this role?

The Registered Nurse will provide direct nursing care to patients recovering from anaesthetics, including assessing, planning, performing, and evaluating nursing interventions and care.

What kind of collaborative work is expected in this position?

The role involves collaborating with an interprofessional care team, including physicians, licensed practical nurses, and other health care professionals to address patient care needs.

Is there an opportunity for career advancement in this position?

Yes, joining Fraser Health offers opportunities for career growth and advancement within a rapidly growing organization.

What benefits are included with this position?

The compensation package includes four weeks of vacation to start, comprehensive health benefits, and a pension plan.

How does Fraser Health promote a positive work environment?

Fraser Health is committed to an environment of Respect, Caring, and Trust, and values diversity in the workforce while supporting planetary health initiatives.

Do I need to participate in continuing education as part of this job?

Yes, participation in in-services, educational programs, and identifying personal learning goals is expected to maintain and update clinical competence.

Will there be a mentorship opportunity in this role?

Yes, the Registered Nurse may act as a preceptor or mentor to new nursing staff and students, sharing information and demonstrating care activities.

Is there an emphasis on research and quality improvement in this position?

Yes, the role includes participation in research and quality improvement activities by identifying patient care issues and making recommendations for practice changes.

Fraser Health

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2001
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Located in British Columbia, Fraser Health is one of Canada’s largest and fastest growing health authorities that operates 12 hospitals (including Level 1 and 3 Trauma Centres), the province’s first state-of-the-art outpatient centre and other facilities. Serving over two (2) million British Columbians in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, our team of over 48,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers is dedicated to serving our patients, families and communities to deliver on our vision: Better health, best in health care.