- Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification
- Current PACU experience in a tertiary care - teaching institution - preferred
- Completion of a recognized Critical Care Certificate program required (employer sponsorship available)
- Minimum two (2) years current Medical/Surgical experience
- Minimum one (2) years Critical Care experience preferred
- Evidence of collaborative practice
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Strong decision making and problem solving skills
- Evidence of continuing education preferred
- BScN preferred
- ACLS preferred
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Registered Nurse PACU - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network
Description
Company Description
The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.
Job Description
Union: ONA
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Post Anesthetic Care Unit (PACU)
Reports to: Nurse Manager
Hours: 15 hours per week
Salary: $ - $ per hour (start rate in accordance with collective agreement)
Status: Permanent Part-Time
Closing Date: May 9, 2024
Following surgery, patients are transferred to the Post Anesthetic Care Unit (PACU) for immediate post-operative care and remain there until they are ready to be transferred to the next stage of their recovery.
PACU is a critical care environment, with 20 physical beds and the capability for full invasive monitoring and ventilation. Several types of anesthesia are provided to our patient population including local anesthesia with sedation to more complex regional and general anesthesia.
The PACU facilitates postoperative recovery for approximately 7,500 patients per year. The majority (90%), are high acuity in-patients undergoing high risk surgery while the other 10% are patients undergoing same day surgical procedures, or people that are booked for procedures such as ECT or Cardioversion/ Defibrillator testing. Patients who have had interventional radiology procedures, trans esophageal echocardiograms (TEE) or gastroscopies are also cared for here.
The PACU's dynamic interprofessional team works collaboratively to provide exemplary patient centered care to our patients and works diligently to create a cohesive team environment.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Additional Information
All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.
UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.
Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.
All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN's mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.
UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.