Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU/SDS

Required

• Current Certificate of Registration in good standing, or eligible for registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current certification in BCLS or CPR, or proof of enrolment in a recertification course. You will be asked to provide a copy of your valid certificate at the time of hire/transfer.
• Critical Care course completed.
• Minimum of 2 years recent experience as an RN supporting post anaesthesia or critical care patients within the past 3 years.
• Capable of coping with a physically demanding workload. (Physical Demands Analysis PDA available to review)

Duties

• Utilizes the nursing process in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care and manages follow up care in the perioperative environment.
• Performs acts requiring specialized knowledge, critical care skills and judgement in assessing health needs and in planning, administering and evaluating patient care for paediatric, adolescent and adult clients.
• Provides health education and procedural teaching for clients and their families.
• Responsible for supervision and guidance of other members of the health care team who contribute to the provision of patient care.
• Maintains nursing records and meets documentation requirements in a computerized environment.
• Participates in CI, continuing education and risk management programs to ensure a high level of patient care.
• Other duties as assigned.

At Quinte Health, our four hospitals unite under the core values of Imagine It’s You, Value Everyone, We All Make a Difference, and Stronger Together. We work as one team to enhance lives, improve access to high-quality care, and build healthier communities—right where people need it most.

Quinte Health’s four hospitals are the heart of our communities, delivering exceptional care close to home. As one unified team, we’re passionate about improving lives and expanding access to high-quality healthcare. Our staff, physicians, and volunteers don’t just work here—we live, grow, and thrive here. If you’re compassionate and driven, we have exciting opportunities across our hospitals. Join us and make a real impact!

Physical Demands Analysis

Strength
• Required Occasionally – lifting and carrying average weight 20 pounds and max 50, pushing/pulling average 10-15 pounds and max 30 pounds, patient assist approx. 100 pounds
Mobility
• Required Constantly – standing
• Required Frequently – walking, bending/stooping
• Required Occasionally – sitting, twisting/turning, bending, crouching/squatting, kneeling
• Required Rarely – balancing, climbing
Dexterity
• Required Frequently – forward shoulder movements, gripping/grasping, pinching, neck, elbow, shoulder, wrist and back normal range of motion
• Required Occasionally – fine finger movements, shoulder movements (up/down)
• Required Rarely – foot action

Equal Opportunity

We thank all interested candidates for their response, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at 613-969-7400 x2577 or [email protected] for assistance.