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Registered Nurse (RN) | Post Anesthetic Recovery Room
- Summerland, BC, Canada
Per diem
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Position Summary
Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Perianesthesia Registered Nurse to join our Post Anesthetic Recovery Room (PAR) team at Summerland Health Centre in beautiful Summerland, BC! If you are a Registered Nurse who has completed a recognized Perianesthesia or Critical Care certification program and has recent related clinical experience, apply today!
Who We Are:
Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.
What We Offer:
We offer a range of employee benefits and services to support you at every stage of your career:
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Generous Vacation Entitlement
• Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Shift Premiums
• Competitive wages
About the Job:
The Registered Nurse:
• Provides nursing care to patients, both by working independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team
• Enhances quality of life for the patient and family; consults, confers, and collaborates with other health care providers
• Demonstrates continuous improvement and evidence based practice in nursing practice
• Maintains and advances own clinical competence
• Participates on designated hospital committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned
This is a Casual Opportunity. Casual means hours are not guaranteed and may vary and shifts may be at short notice. Casual employees are eligible to apply for internal postings including permanent and temporary positions. There are many opportunities with Interior Health that begin with casual employment and lead to regular employment.
Shifts of work will be scheduled days from 07:00 to 15:00 or 07:00 to 16:00 hours.
About this location/unit:
Summerland, located in British Columbia's Okanagan Valley, is a scenic town known for its stunning lakeside setting and vibrant agricultural community. With a population of around 12,000, Summerland boasts a mild climate ideal for growing fruit and hosting outdoor activities. The town features beautiful vineyards, orchards, and a charming downtown with local shops and cafes. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, boating, and exploring nearby parks. Summerland’s community spirit is highlighted through its local events, farmers' markets, and cultural festivals, making it a welcoming destination for both residents and visitors. https://www.summerland.ca/
Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C’s Top Employers!
Interior Health is an organization where you have room to grow and where life outside of work is just as important to us as it is to you. Apply Today!
Qualfications
• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)
• Current CPR certification required
• Advanced preparation in the clinical specialty of the perianesthesia and one year recent related clinical experience in the assigned practice environment on a post anesthetic room or critical care environment similar in size and scope to the facility or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Perianesthesia Registered Nurse to join our Post Anesthetic Recovery Room (PAR) team at Summerland Health Centre in beautiful Summerland, BC! If you are a Registered Nurse who has completed a recognized Perianesthesia or Critical Care certification program and has recent related clinical experience, apply today!
Who We Are:
Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.
What We Offer:
We offer a range of employee benefits and services to support you at every stage of your career:
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Generous Vacation Entitlement
• Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Shift Premiums
• Competitive wages
About the Job:
The Registered Nurse:
• Provides nursing care to patients, both by working independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team
• Enhances quality of life for the patient and family; consults, confers, and collaborates with other health care providers
• Demonstrates continuous improvement and evidence based practice in nursing practice
• Maintains and advances own clinical competence
• Participates on designated hospital committees/teams and approved research projects as assigned
This is a Casual Opportunity. Casual means hours are not guaranteed and may vary and shifts may be at short notice. Casual employees are eligible to apply for internal postings including permanent and temporary positions. There are many opportunities with Interior Health that begin with casual employment and lead to regular employment.
Shifts of work will be scheduled days from 07:00 to 15:00 or 07:00 to 16:00 hours.
About this location/unit:
Summerland, located in British Columbia's Okanagan Valley, is a scenic town known for its stunning lakeside setting and vibrant agricultural community. With a population of around 12,000, Summerland boasts a mild climate ideal for growing fruit and hosting outdoor activities. The town features beautiful vineyards, orchards, and a charming downtown with local shops and cafes. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, boating, and exploring nearby parks. Summerland’s community spirit is highlighted through its local events, farmers' markets, and cultural festivals, making it a welcoming destination for both residents and visitors. https://www.summerland.ca/
Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C’s Top Employers!
Interior Health is an organization where you have room to grow and where life outside of work is just as important to us as it is to you. Apply Today!
Qualfications
• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)
• Current CPR certification required
• Advanced preparation in the clinical specialty of the perianesthesia and one year recent related clinical experience in the assigned practice environment on a post anesthetic room or critical care environment similar in size and scope to the facility or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
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Responsibilities
The Registered Nurse at Interior Health Authority will provide nursing care to recovering surgical patients and their families, working alone and with a care team. The role includes keeping skills current, following evidence-based practice, and serving on hospital committees.
Requirements
Candidates need a BCCNM registration, current CPR certification, and advanced perianesthesia or critical care preparation. They also need about one year of recent related clinical experience in a post-anesthetic or critical care setting.
Skills
- Perianesthesia nursing
- Post-anesthetic recovery care
- Critical care nursing
- Patient assessment
- Evidence-based practice
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- CPR
- Patient and family education
- Clinical competence maintenance
- Committee participation
Benefits
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Employer paid training and education
- Generous vacation entitlement
- Employer paid health benefits
- Municipal pension plan
- Shift premiums
Categories
- Healthcare
- Government & Public Sector
Keywords
- Registered Nurse
- RN
- perianesthesia
- post anesthetic recovery
- PACU
- PAR
- critical care
- BCCNM
- CPR
- per diem
- casual
- nursing
- Summerland
- Interior Health
- Okanagan
- evidence-based practice
- interdisciplinary team
- day shift
Seniority
Mid level
Perks
- Generous paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Paid training
Licences and certifications
- BCCNM registration
- CPR
Fields of study
- Nursing