Summary of Duties

Responsible for primary care of post-operative patients in phase 2 recovery. The main functions of the RN include, but are not limited to: assessment, intervention, education and patient advocacy in accordance with standards of the College of Nurses; NAPANc Standards, the mission, vision and values of Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and Person Centered Care philosophy.

Qualifications/Skills
Current Registration with College of Nurses of Ontario
Significant recent related Post-Surgical care experience required
Acute Care Nursing or High Acuity Care Certification Course required
Arterial Line & ECG monitoring experience required
Flexibility to work across Peri- Anaesthesia areas as needed
Ability to integrate and apply critical thinking skills to patient care
Ability to handle stressful environment in a positive manner
Solid patient assessment skills required
Ability to adapt to and prioritize in a multi-focused, fast-changing and stressful workplace
Demonstrated effective ability in communication skills: interpersonal relationships,



oral and written organization skills, prioritizing; problem solving, decision making, facilitating team work, conflict resolution
Able to function independently and as an active member of a multi-disciplinary team
Knowledge of Infection Prevention and Control best practice
Demonstrated commitment to continuing education within the past two (2) years
Demonstrated commitment to organizational initiatives, participation in nursing council, unit committees, and quality improvement projects
Current Ontario Registration; Current BCLS; ACLS preferred
Surgical oncology experience preferred
Venipuncture and IV Certification required
Demonstrated commitment to person centre care approach and principles

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is an equal chance employer.

📌 Registered Nurse Perioperative Services, Surgical Short Stay Unit Regular Full Time 2026 18392 Toronto
🏢 Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
📍 Toronto