Providence Health Care is recruiting experienced Perioperative Nurses to join the OR team at St. Paul's Hospital
(SPH) in Vancouver. The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus is expected to open in February 2027,
making it an exciting time to join the team.

Perioperative nursing at SPH offers the opportunity to care for one patient at a time while working closely with
surgeons, anesthesiologists, anesthesia assistants, fellow perioperative nurses, residents, learners, and other
members of the surgical team.

As an OR RN, you'll play a central role in patient safety and coordination throughout the surgical journey. The
role combines clinical assessment and critical thinking with specialized technical skills, sterile practice, surgical
safety, equipment management, patient advocacy, and interdisciplinary communication.

If you're interested in advancing your practice within a highly specialized surgical environment, we encourage
you to learn more about this exciting opportunity and apply below.

Learn more and apply:click here

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New october webinar!

Are you passionate about critical care nursing? Join one of our dedicated Operating Room
Teams and provide essential care across northern BC!

Why join us?

 Comprehensive Benefits: Including MSP, extended health/dental, and a municipal
pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals can opt for benefits.
 Vacation: Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
 Financial Support: Assistance with moving expenses for all critical care roles.
 Training and Development: Employer-paid training and leadership development
opportunities.
 Lifestyle: Enjoy spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC.
 Loan Forgiveness Programs: Available through the Federal and BC Government.

Role Description-
The staff nurse is tasked with assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care
and nursing practices. These activities are conducted within the framework of quality
management and align with the mission statement of the University Hospital of Northern BC.
The role is shaped by the hospital's needs, the specific patient and family population, agency
expectations, and the objectives of professional nursing practice.

Your background includes:
• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
• Post basic training and/or one-year recent related clinical experience in an OR/PAR
setting and/or one (1) year recent related clinical experience in a critical care area or an
equivalent combination of training and experience acceptable to the hospital.

Who We Are
Northern Health serves an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers, offering health services in over
two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities. We provide hospital and community-based health care to a population of 300,000. With over 7,000 staff, we deliver exceptional health services through dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations
in Northern BC.

For more information about these opportunities, please click-click here

Interested:
Bookings - Ramcharran, Daniel [NH] - Outlook

Call for Abstracts is Open!

Share your expertise at the 30th National ORNAC Conference in Halifax, Nova Scotia (April 21–24, 2027) ????✨.

Submit a short essay (500 words max) for a chance to present to peers from across Canada!

Conference Theme: Innovation Under the Lights: Highlighting Canada’s OR Revolution

 How to Submit:

1.Fill out the PDF form-click here

2.Please send your abstracts to conferencecommittee@ornac.ca

Celebrate Perioperative Nurses Week (PNW)! 

Got a great theme idea for this year's PNW celebrations? Share your inspiration with us for a chance to set the tone for perioperative nurses across the country! ✨

The winning theme receives a complementary registration for the ORNAC 30th National conference

 How to enter:

1️⃣ Submit your theme via this form- click here

2️⃣ Enter your theme idea.

3️⃣ Submit by October 5, 2026(12:00 AM ET)!

Winner announced: November 1st, 2026

 Fill out the form today!
 

The Operating Room Nurses Association of Canada (ORNAC) Conference is coming to Halifax! We are excited to host our 30th National Conference in Halifax, Nova Scotia, April 21st-24th, 2027 at the HALIFAX CONVENTION CENTRE.

January 1st, 2027 will be the opening of registrations for attendees.

Dedicated to ORNAC’s core value of continuous learning, the 30th ORNAC National Conference brings perioperative nurses together from across Canada to advance safe, high-quality surgical care. Over several days, attendees will explore timely, essential topics in perioperative practice and professional development, equipping them with practical tools and insights to elevate patient safety and lead excellence in their everyday practice. 

To register-Click here

ORNAC is pleased to offer funding opportunities for members pursuing or renewing their Certified in Perioperative Nursing (Canada) – CPN(C) credential in 2026.

Funding Available: ✅ Initial Certification: $500 support for 4 members completing their exam in 2026. ✅ Certification Renewal: $250 support for 4 members renewing via exam or continuous learning.

Note: Members can also access exclusive CNA discount codes directly in their ORNAC member profiles.

???? Application Deadline: December 16, 2026 (Draw takes place December 2026 for active members).

???? How to Apply: 1️⃣ Complete the online application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeuOXZRR0DqVNz6UCwWLjPcbG9x6xqbXiJfWKUjINWX5kt_tQ/viewform

2️⃣ Email proof of certification results and your receipt to info@ornac.ca.

For more information you can visit- https://ornac.ca/cna.phtml