Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN), Pediatric Anesthetic Care Unit

BC Children's Hospital

Vancouver BC

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

The Registered Nurse, Anesthetic Care Unit provides and coordinates nursing care services such as patient assessment, patient and family teaching, and health promotion activities for pediatric patients and their families, using a trauma-informed, culturally safe, anti-racist, patient- and family centered approach, consistent with established policies, standards and philosophy at British Columbia's Children's Hospital.

What you'll do

• Maintain patient records by collecting and documenting information including health care information regarding patients and their families, nursing observations, telephone communications, interventions, teaching, and care evaluations to ensure that patient records are current and complete.
• Plan direct care for the pediatric patients by performing activities such as reviewing patient/ family history, developing a care plan specific for the patient and family, and meeting with other members of the health care team to discuss and review the care plan.
• Provide direct patient care and collaborates with other members of the health care team to evaluate family centered patient care in the particular setting.
• Teach patients, family members, or other care-givers by providing and explaining information, demonstrating procedures and use of equipment, checking the learner's use of procedures, techniques and equipment, and evaluating the overall effectiveness of the selected teaching methods.
• Identify own learning needs, reviews these with the Program Manager or delegate, and engages in a variety of activities to meet these needs.

What you bring

• Graduated from an approved School of Nursing
• Current practicing registration as an RN with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)
• CPR Training - Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) - Level 1
• One (1) year of recent pediatric PACU experience in a tertiary level setting or
• One (1) year of recent pediatric critical care experience in a tertiary level setting or
• A combination of Pediatric Critical Care Courses, Post Anesthetic nursing courses, PerioAnesthesia Nursing Course or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification

You have the ability to:

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Relate effectively to children and their families.
• Participate as a member of a multidisciplinary care team, and function as a nursing resource.
• Physically perform the duties of the job.
• Operate related equipment.

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That's why we're focused on your care too - offering health, wellness, development programs to support you - at work and at home.

• Join one of BC's largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations - offering vast opportunities for growth and development.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San'Yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (12) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• Flexible work options including flextime, work locations and job sharing (eligibility will vary)
• Perks include access to fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.

Want to learn more about these unique opportunities?

• Contact the Program Manager, ACU, PAC (Katie Cochran) at 604-875-2345 ex 8523 or email

for more information * Heather Finn, Talent Acquisition Advisor

Job Type: Temporary, Full-Time (until October 10, 2023)

Wage: $36.23 to $47.58 per hour
Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9
Hours of work: Rotating; M-F: start 0630, 0700, 0800, 0830, 0900, 0930, 1000, 1100, 1200, 1500,+call; Sat-Sun: 0715, 1500,+ca

Requisition Number: 133267

What we do

(BCCH) provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children and youth from across British Columbia.

BCCH is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

The Provincial Health Services Authority ( ) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people - Be compassionate - Dare to innovate - Cultivate partnerships - Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs:

PHSA and BCCH are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

ATTN: PHSA Employees:

To be considered as a PHSA employee (internal applicant) for this position, you must apply online via your internal profile at

Please note the internal job posting will no longer be accessible after the expiry date of September 25, 2022. If the internal job posting has expired, please contact the Internal Jobs Help Desk and advise that you would like to be considered as a late internal applicant for this position. Please do not apply for the external job posting.

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Labor Agreement Nurses' Bargaining Association
Requisition # 133267E-2386057
Work Site 4480 Oak Street, 1H15, Vancouver BC, V5Z 4H4
Job Type Temporary, Full-Time
Temporary Duration Until return of incumbent
Salary/Rate $36.23 - $47.58 / Hour
FTE 1.00
Hours of Work M-F: start 0630, 0700, 0800, 0830, 0900, 0930, 1000, 1100, 1200, 1500,+call; Sat-Sun: 0715, 1500,+ca
Work Days Rotating
Expiry Date 21-Oct-2022