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Company Description UHN is Canadas No. 1 hospital and the worlds No. 1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada''s top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto. UHNs vision is to build a Healthier World and it is because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality. Job Details Union: ONA New or Replacement: Replacement Site: Toronto General Hospital Department: POCU/PACU Reports to: Nurse Manager Wage Range: $40.24 - $57.68 per hour (start rate is nonnegotiable and in accordance with collective agreement requirements) Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week Status: Temporary FullTime (12 Month Contract) Closing Date: March 26, 2026 Position Summary As a member of the multidisciplinary Team, the Registered Nurse practices in accordance with relevant legislation/standards, the UHN Professional Practice Model and the mission and vision of nursing at the UHN to provide compassionate, collaborative and competent care, while meeting the legal and ethical requirements of the profession. Following surgery, patients are transferred to the Post Anesthetic Care Unit (PACU) for immediate postoperative care and remain there until they are ready to be transferred to the next stage of their recovery. PACU is a critical care environment, with 20 physical beds and the capability for full invasive monitoring and ventilation. Several types of anesthesia are provided to our patient population including local anesthesia with sedation to more complex regional and general anesthesia. The PACU facilitates postoperative recovery for approximately 7,500 patients per year. The majority (90%) are high acuity inpatients undergoing high risk surgery while the other 10% are patients undergoing same day surgical procedures, or people that are booked for procedures such as ECT or Cardioversion/Defibrillator testing. Patients who have had interventional radiology procedures, trans esophageal echocardiograms (TEE) or gastroscopies are also cared for here. The PACUs dynamic interprofessional team works collaboratively to provide exemplary patientcentered care to our patients and works diligently to create a cohesive team environment. Qualifications Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification Current PACU experience in a tertiary care teaching institution preferred Completion of a recognized Critical Care Certificate program required Minimum two (2) years current Medical/Surgical experience Minimum two (2) years Critical Care experience preferred Evidence of collaborative practice Strong interpersonal and communication skills Excellent organizational and time management skills Strong decision making and problem solving skills Evidence of continuing education preferred BScN preferred ACLS preferred Why join UHN? Competitive offer packages Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service A flexible work environment Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, onsite gyms, etc.) Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN''s attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration. All applications must be submitted before the posting close date. UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application. UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr