Nursing Clinical Placement Coordinator

Kootenai Hospital; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental and vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans with matching

Wellness program

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Kootenai Hospital is looking for a Nursing Transition to Practice Coordinator in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. This individual will coordinate nursing service line student placements and support the success of Transition to Practice programs while overseeing the Nurse Mentorship Program.

The ideal candidate will be a licensed Registered Nurse in Idaho with a BSN and possess strong communication skills, ideally with prior experience in educational program development.

Qualifications

• State of Idaho Registered Nurse or licensure pending.
• Minimum 3 years’ direct patient care experience preferred.
• Nursing Professional Development certification (NPD-BC) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the implementation and scheduling of nursing student placements.
• Serves as a liaison between academic partners and department leaders.
• Facilitates the Nurse Mentorship Program.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency with computer office applications and EMRs

Education

BSN required

Graduate degree in nursing or related field preferred

Job description

Department: Nursing - Transition to Practice

Position Summary

Coordinates nursing service line student placements at Kootenai Health in collaboration with student services, clinical departments, and academic partners. Supports the success of Transition to Practice (TTP) programs. Maintains oversight of the Nurse Mentorship Program.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the implementation, scheduling, and communication of nursing service line student placement in collaboration with academic partners and internal stakeholders
• Serves as a liaison between academic partners and department leaders
• Ensures alignment with capacity, department readiness, and organizational priorities
• Consults on internal policies and regulations for nursing service line affiliation agreements
• Maintains accurate records and data related to student placement
• Supports the Transition to Practice (TTP) program through assistance with classroom activities, participant communication, and rounding
• Coordinates and facilitates the Nurse Mentorship Program, including mentor/mentee pairing, education, engagement tracking, and evaluation
• Collaborates with department leaders and educators to promote a positive learning environment for nursing students and new graduate nurses
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications

• State of Idaho Registered Nurse or licensure pending as documented by temporary licensure OR current RN licensure from a state participating in the multistate privilege to practice compact with Idaho
• BSN required
• Graduate degree in nursing or related field preferred
• Minimum 3 years’ direct patient care experience preferred
• Nursing Professional Development certification (NPD-BC) preferred
• Must be able to work effectively with all disciplines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required, including presentations
• Previous experience in designing, developing, conducting and evaluating training programs for adult learners preferred
• Proficiency with a variety of computer office applications and EMRs required
• BLS required

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift and move up to 35lbs
• Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
• Typical equipment used in a clinical job

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage, including fully employer‑paid options for eligible full‑time employees, plus affordable plans for part‑time staff. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, with telemedicine and wellbeing resources available to all employees
• Tuition assistance after 90 days to support your professional growth
• Retirement plans with pre‑tax and Roth options and employer matching from 3%–6%
• Competitive pay, plus night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
• Award‑winning wellness program with coaching, financial wellness resources, and free or discounted access to fitness centers and premium wellbeing apps
• PerkSpot discounts providing access to thousands of exclusive deals in over 25 categories
• Employee referral bonus program

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.