Registered Nurse – Preoperative Care & Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

We are looking for an experienced, autonomous, and dynamic Registered Nurse to join our surgical team.

- Position: Full-time, 4 to 5 days per week
- Schedule: Monday to Friday
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
- Compensation: $35 to $58 per hour, based on experience

Who We Are For over 15 years, Lacroix Private Medicine has established itself as a leader in private healthcare in Quebec. Our network includes 17 clinics, two surgical centres, more than 125 physicians, and nearly 300 employees. Our mission is to provide compassionate, accessible, high-quality care in an environment focused on innovation and excellence.

Our values: Passion | Respect | Integrity | Commitment | Innovation

Your Role

You will be responsible for providing patient care before and after surgical procedures, working closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and the clinical team.

Preoperative Care

- Assess and prepare patients prior to surgery.
- Review medical history, medications, diagnostic tests, and medical records.
- Perform clinical assessments and identify any abnormalities or potential concerns.
- Educate, support, and reassure patients throughout the preoperative process.




- Ensure thorough documentation and effective coordination with the medical team.

Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
- Provide immediate postoperative monitoring and care.
- Assess vital signs, level of consciousness, pain, and postoperative symptoms.
- Administer treatments and medications according to medical orders and established protocols.
- Promptly identify potential complications and intervene appropriately.
- Provide postoperative education and prepare patients for protected discharge.

Qualifications

- Diploma of College Studies (DEC) in Nursing or equivalent.
- Member in good standing with the Ordre des infirmières et infirmiers du Québec (OIIQ).
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU).
- Excellent clinical judgment, autonomy, and ability to prioritize effectively.
- Strong stress-management skills and ability to respond effectively in emergency situations.
- Team-oriented, professional, and compassionate approach to patient care.
- Experience in emergency or critical care is considered an asset.

Join Our Team Are you looking to grow in a stimulating environment where your expertise, autonomy, and clinical judgment are truly valued?

Join our dynamic team and help us provide patients with a safe, compassionate, and high-quality surgical experience.

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