Registered Nurse (RN), Operating Room - BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre

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Qualifications

  • Graduated from an approved School of Nursing with current RN registration in BC.
  • Completed a post-graduate program in Operating Room Nursing or equivalent.
  • Holds CPR Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Level I certification.
  • Holds current PALS certification (specific to BCCH).
  • Minimum one year of operating room experience required for certain subspecialties.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples in healthcare contexts.
  • Commitment to eradicating Indigenous-specific racism and advocating for systemic change.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and implement direct patient care and develop individualized care plans.
  • Provide direct care following ORNAC standards and collaborate with the healthcare team.
  • Maintain comprehensive patient records and document all relevant information.
  • Mentor new learners and participate in their orientation and education.
  • Engage in healthcare team activities, including rounds and committees.
  • Contribute to policy development and address patient and family needs.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and agency protocols.

Benefits

  • Access to professional development through in-house training programs with over 2,000 courses.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including a municipal pension plan and wellness resources.
  • 13 annual statutory holidays with generous vacation entitlements.
  • Flexible work options with remote-work support available.
  • WorkPerks program offering discounts on various services and products.
Full Job Description
Requisition number

203057E

Date posted

08/20/2026

Registered Nurse (RN), Operating Room

BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre

Vancouver, BC

What you'll do
  • Plan direct care for the patient 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 in accordance with the standards established by the Operating Room Nurses Association of Canada (ORNAC) and collaborate with other members of the interprofessional healthcare team to provide family-centered care in the particular setting.
  • Maintain patient records by performing activities such as 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.
  • Participate in the orientation and continuing education of all new learners on the interprofessional care team, in accordance with ORNAC standards, by role modeling, precepting, and mentoring, under the direction of the unit educators.
  • Participate as a member of the healthcare team through contributing participating in rounds, committees and professional practice groups.
  • Provide input regarding policies, procedures and operational requirements which address patient and family needs and promote effective use of resources, while maintaining ORNAC standards.
  • Maintain a safe environment for patients, families and staff by following ORNAC standards, and established emergency procedures.
  • Promote the implementation and evaluation of nursing research and quality improvement initiatives as directed by participating in interprofessional committees
  • Perform other professionally related duties as assigned.

What you bring

Qualifications
  • Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration as an RN with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM).
  • Successful completion of a post-graduate program in Operating Room Nursing or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.
  • CPR Training - Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) - Level I.
  • Current PALS certification (applicable to BCCH only)
  • For Operating Room sub-specialty area such as Cardiac Surgery, at least one (1) year of operating room experience is required (applicable to BCCH only)
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples in social and health contexts, including supported by significant knowledge of Indigenous-specific mandates, including clear understanding of and commitment to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism and discrimination and embed Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility.
  • Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples within social and health contexts. This includes understanding how these factors contribute to current health disparities and barriers to care. Show a clear commitment to identifying, challenging, and eradicating Indigenous-specific racism and all forms of discrimination impacting equity-deserving groups within health care settings. This involves familiarity and understanding Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility recognizing personal biases, institutional barriers, engaging in anti-racism education and training and advocating for systemic change.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre contexts found in the foundational documents including Truth & Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study - BC Human Rights Code, BC Anti-racism Act and how they intersect across the health care system.

Core Competencies
  • Brings an understanding of the Indigenous specific racism and the broader systemic racism that exists in the colonial health care structure, and has demonstrated initiatives in breaking down barriers and ensuring a safe environment ensuring a sense of belonging to all and informed by Indigenous Cultural Safety.
  • Awareness of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (the Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.).

Skills & Knowledge
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to relate effectively with patient and their families.
  • Ability to participate as a member of an interdisciplinary care team
  • Physical ability to perform the duties of the job.
  • Ability to operate related equipment
  • Demonstrates a commitment to beginning and/or continuing their personal learning journey related to Indigenous-specific racism and dismantling systems of oppression, as well as addressing racism more broadly. Shows willingness to articulate and share their learning experiences to contribute to a culture of motivation and inspiration among peers.
  • Demonstrates foundational knowledge of the social, economic, and political realities of settler-colonialism and its impacts on Indigenous peoples and equity-deserving groups within social and health contexts. Understands the impact of social determinants of health-on-health outcomes. Shows a commitment to learning about and upholding legislative obligations and provincial commitments outlined in foundational documents such as the Truth & Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan, Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, the BC Human Rights Code, Anti-Racism Data Act, and the Distinctions Based Approach.

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, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
  • 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 (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
  • PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
  • Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Regular, Full-TimeWage: $41.42 - $55.91/hourLocation: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 0730-1620Requisition # 203057E

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