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CA$32.84/hr · p10p90 · CA$44.85/hr
this role: CA$41.42/hrmedian CA$41.42/hr
Shaded band: the middle 50% of 36 posted nursing roles in Chilliwack, British Columbia rates. This role sits in the 75th percentile.
About the role
Pay for this role is about level with the Chilliwack, British Columbia median for nursing roles.
Provides direct nursing care to patients recovering from anaesthetics by assessing, planning, and evaluating nursing interventions. Collaborates with the interprofessional care team to ensure safe, person-centered care and maintains a therapeutic environment.
Salary
The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42 - $59.52 / hour Job Summary
Come work with us!
We invite you to apply today and find out why employees recommend Fraser Health to their friends as an exceptional place to work.
We are committed to planetary health, we value diversity in the work force and seek to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust.
Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable, and culturally safe manner.
Joining our team offers you opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields, career growth and advancement, a competitive compensation package (including four weeks of vacation to start, comprehensive health benefits, and pension plan), and the rewarding opportunity to make a difference every single day in health care.
Detailed Overview
In accordance with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) standards of practice and the Mission and Values of Fraser Health, and working collaboratively and in partnership with the interprofessional care team in the provision of person-centered care, provides direct nursing care to patients recovering from anaesthetics within the Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU) by assessing, planning, providing, coordinating and evaluating nursing care.
Responsibilities
Assesses post anaesthetic patients by collecting and evaluating information from a variety of sources using skills of observation, communication, data review and physical assessment.
Makes a nursing diagnosis of the patient''s condition and determines whether improvement or resolution can be determined by an appropriate nursing intervention.
Plans, performs, evaluates and documents nursing interventions and care.
Provides nursing care to address critical care needs of patients according to physicians' and anaesthetists' orders, and in conformance with established standards and hospital policies.
Initiates immediate treatment if required; modifies care as needs change.
Communicates and shares information with interdisciplinary health care team members; collaborates with members of the interprofessional care team including Physicians, Licensed Practical Nurses, Patient Care Coordinator, Clinical Nurse Educators, and other health care professionals / providers in the identification and resolution of issues, adjustments to care plans as required, and in regard to changes in patient condition Coordinates nursing care for the patient; sets priorities, assigns and delegates tasks to support staff, and makes referrals to the interprofessional care team according to established protocols and practice standards Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff by following sound bacteriological and preventative medicine principles.
Requirements
Requires graduation from an approved School of Nursing and current registration with the BCCNM. Candidates must have at least one year of recent relevant clinical nursing experience in the designated area.
professional certificate
Documentation
Mentoring
Problem-solving
Emergency response
Quality improvement
Patient assessment
Clinical proficiency
Patient advocacy
Nursing care
Intravenous therapy
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Critical care
Post anaesthetic care
Clinical nursing
Benefits
Vacation
Pension plan
Health benefits
Posting details
Employment type
Unknown
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
CA$41 - CA$60/hr
Location
Chilliwack, British Columbia
Posted
Apr 2, 2026
Closes
Apr 2, 2027
Application
Employer website
Maintains familiarity with fire and other emergency procedures.
Establishes a therapeutic relationship by demonstrating empathy, trust and respect, advocating for the patient's rights to privacy, dignity and access to information, and by ensuring the patient's choice and autonomy in decision making and care planning.
Documents assessments, nursing diagnosis, observations, interventions, patient/family responses, outcomes/evaluations, and referrals according to practice standards and Fraser Health procedures.
Participates on nursing committees, care conferences and councils as assigned or as agreed to with the Manager.
Participates in research and quality improvement activities by identifying patient care issues, collecting data, and identifying needs and recommendations for corrective action and changes to practices, procedures or protocols.
Participates in and attends in-services and other educational programs.
Identifies own learning goals and maintains and updates current clinical competence and knowledge within area of practice.
Acts as a preceptor or mentor to assigned new nursing staff and students; shares information, demonstrates care activities, participates in orientation.
Provides feedback to the Manager/delegate regarding the effectiveness of patient care programs, policy/clinical decision support tools (e.g. clinical pathways, standards, order sets and procedures), and equipment.
Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications: Education and Experience
Graduation from an approved School of Nursing. Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM). One (1) year's recent relevant clinical nursing experience in the designated clinical area and completion of post graduate course work and/or certification applicable to the designated clinical area, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Skills and Abilities
Clinical proficiency in the designated clinical area.
Proficiency in initiating and maintaining Intravenous Therapy.
Ability to complete initial and ongoing patient assessment (clinical and diagnostic reasoning) and apply nursing theory and expertise to provide nursing care to patients through appropriate/prescribed technical, therapeutic and safety interventions.
Ability to recognize acuity changes.
Ability to determine and deal with emergency situations, patients and families.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians and other personnel.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families/care givers, the public, medical staff and members of the interprofessional care team using verbal, written and electronic communication means.
Ability to promote person-centered care that demonstrates empathy for patients and families/care givers, sensitivity to diverse cultures and preferences, and patient advocacy.
Ability to integrate and evaluate data from multiple sources to problem-solve effectively.
Ability to teach and instruct patients and families/care givers about topics essential to their health care and well-being.
Ability to organize and prioritize work.
Ability to collaborate with and promote cooperation among members of the interprofessional care team.
Ability to use factual information, prior learning and basic principles and procedures to support nursing decisions and actions with relevant research-based evidence/evidence-informed practice.
Ability to operate related equipment including relevant computer applications.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
About Fraser Health
Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region.
People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do.
Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers.
We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force.
We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust.
Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner.
Together, we are the heart of health care.
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Market context
BC nursing roles remain in steady demand
In British Columbia, nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, community care, and specialty units, with competition often strongest for positions that require recent clinical experience or post-basic education. Candidates with current BCCNM RN registration, Basic Life Support (Level C) where required, and experience aligned to the unit usually stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then match your resume to the specific unit skills and recent experience listed.
