Pre-operative and recovery room nurse

Job summary

Assess and prepare patients before surgery by reviewing their medical history, medications, tests, and records, providing education and reassurance, and coordinating care with the medical team. Monitor and care for patients after anesthesia, assess their condition, administer ordered treatments, respond to complications, and prepare them for safe discharge.

Job details

Registered Nurse – Preoperative Care & Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Job Description We are looking for an experienced, autonomous, and dynamic Registered Nurse to join our surgical team. Position: Full-time, 4 to 5 days per week Schedule: Monday to Friday Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Compensation: $35 to $58 per hour, based on experience Who We Are For over 15 years, Lacroix Private Medicine has established itself as a leader in private healthcare in Quebec. Our network includes 17 clinics, two surgical centres, more than 125 physicians, and nearly 300 employees. Our mission is to provide compassionate, accessible, high-quality care in an environment focused on innovation and excellence. Our values: Passion | Respect | Integrity | Commitment | Innovation Your Role You will be responsible for providing patient care before and after surgical procedures, working closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and the clinical team. Preoperative Care Assess and prepare patients prior to surgery. Review medical history, medications, diagnostic tests, and medical records. Perform clinical assessments and identify any abnormalities or potential concerns. Educate, support, and reassure patients throughout the preoperative process. Ensure thorough documentation and effective coordination with the medical team. Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Provide immediate postoperative monitoring and care. Assess vital signs, level of consciousness, pain, and postoperative symptoms. Administer treatments and medications according to medical orders and established protocols. Promptly identify potential complications and intervene appropriately. Provide postoperative education and prepare patients for safe discharge. Qualifications Diploma of College Studies (DEC) in Nursing or equivalent. Member in good standing with the Ordre des infirmières et infirmiers du Québec (OIIQ). Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). Excellent clinical judgment, autonomy, and ability to prioritize effectively. Strong stress-management skills and ability to respond effectively in emergency situations. Team-oriented, professional, and compassionate approach to patient care. Experience in emergency or critical care is considered an asset. Join Our Team Are you looking to grow in a stimulating environment where your expertise, autonomy, and clinical judgment are truly valued? Join our dynamic team and help us provide patients with a safe, compassionate, and high-quality surgical experience.

What you’ll do

Assess and prepare patients before surgery by reviewing their medical history, medications, tests, and records, providing education and reassurance, and coordinating care with the medical team. Monitor and care for patients after anesthesia, assess their condition, administer ordered treatments, respond to complications, and prepare them for safe discharge.

Requirements

Requires a nursing college diploma or equivalent, good standing with the Ordre des infirmières et infirmiers du Québec, and at least two years of PACU experience. Candidates should demonstrate strong clinical judgment, autonomy, prioritization, stress management, emergency response, and compassionate teamwork; emergency or critical care experience is an asset.

Listed skills

• Prioritization · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Preoperative Patient Assessment
• Post-Anesthesia Care
• Vital Signs Monitoring
• Clinical Judgment
• Medication Administration
• Postoperative Monitoring
• Complication Recognition
• Emergency Response
• Patient Education
• Patient Discharge Preparation
• Medical Documentation
• Care Coordination
• Stress Management
• Prioritization
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Healthcare

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