Registered Nurse PACU Casual

Clearpoint Health Network Inc.•Calgary, AB

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN), provides a wide variety of nursing services to patients. The RN uses standard nursing processes including thorough critical thinking, problem solving and decision making, as well as teaches, counsels and advocates on behalf of patients. The RN acts in accordance with the College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta standards and scope of practice, the National Association of Post-Anesthesia Nurses of Canada, and in accordance with facility policies and procedures. The RN possesses the related education and clinical experience to assess, treat and educate patients undergoing and recovering from a wide variety of surgical procedures.

Requirements

Active/eligible for registration and practice permit with the College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta.
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 PARR experience within a tertiary setting.
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support – Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).
Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
Adaptable to a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.
Ability to maintain a physically demanding job.
Must be able to work staggered shifts, possibly extended shifts.
Excellent assessment, organization, communication and team interaction skills.

Nice To Haves

Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) Post-anesthesia certification or critical care certification
Day Stay Unit experience is a definite asset.

Responsibilities

Collaborates with all members of the health care team.
Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection control policies, medication administration and controlled substances regulations.
Documents patient care appropriately in the medical record.
Participates cooperatively and communicates effectively with team members
Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and participating in professional societies.
Participates in educational programs as required.
Assists with the orientation and support for new staff to the facility.
Performs related duties as assigned by leader.
Maintains compliance with all company policies and procedures.
At times, RNs may work in challenging and stressful circumstances, such as in an emergency situation.