REGISTERED NURSE (RN) (PRN) - SURGERY CENTER

Northwest Specialty Hospital; Post Falls (ID); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

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Job summary

Northwest Specialty Hospital is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) for the Surgery Center PACU unit. This per-diem, part-time role will typically involve one shift per week on-site in Post Falls, Idaho.

You will provide nursing care in pre-op and recovery, manage admissions and discharges, and ensure safe medication administration in a fast-paced environment. Qualified candidates will have an Idaho RN license, BSN preferred, and BLS; ACLS and PALS are required within six months.

Qualifications

• Previous PACU, critical care or emergency room experience strongly preferred
• Current RN licensure in the State of Idaho
• BSN preferred
• Proof of Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• ACLS certification within six months of employment
• PALS certification within six months of employment
• Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards
• Ability to relate and work effectively with others
• Aware of professional nursing standards and performs in accordance with them

Responsibilities

• Direct and provide professional nursing care in the PACU/Pre-Op Unit
• Work both pre-op and recovery as part of patient care
• Oversee admissions and discharges and monitor medications and supplies
• Delegate nursing assignments and prepare schedules
• Ensure documentation meets standards and communicates clearly with the care team

Job description

REGISTERED NURSE (RN) (PRN) - SURGERY CENTER

Job Category : Nursing

Requisition Number : REGIS040939

• Posted : August 18, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Post Falls, ID 83854, USA

Description

Northwest Specialty Surgery Center PACU Unit is seeking a compassionate, patient-focused RN to join the team!

This position will be per-diem position, likely 1-shift per week!

In this fast-paced role you will direct and provide professional nursing care in our PACU/Pre-Op Unit. In this unit you will be expected to work both pre-op and recovery. The typical patient to nurse ratio is 2:1, but can vary based on department needs. You will utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation to direct or provide nursing care. Individuals in this role perform such duties as delegating nursing assignments, preparing schedules, overseeing admissions and discharges, and monitoring and ordering medicines and supplies.

Qualifications and Preferred Experience:

• Previous PACU, critical care or emergency room experience strongly preferred
• Current RN licensure in the State of Idaho
• BSN preferred
• Proof of Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• ACLS certification within six months of employment
• PALS certification within six months of employment
• Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards
• Ability to relate and work effectively with others
• Aware of professional nursing standards and performs in accordance with them

About Northwest Specialty Hospital:

Northwest Specialty Hospital is widely known for being a center of excellence and is proudly owned and operated by local physicians. The physicians have invested personally, professionally and financially in the care of the patients and the staff. They have dedicated their lives to creating a hospital that allows them to practice on their own terms and do what’s best for patients. Northwest Specialty Hospital includes 12 operating rooms and 28 inpatient beds, along with a variety of clinics and services throughout Kootenai County, that span across multiple specialties.

Northwest Specialty Hospital has earned numerous awards for patient care, surgical skill, medical care, and employee satisfaction. Northwest Specialty Hospital has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest for seven consecutive years!! Companies throughout Washington and Idaho were selected based on employee feedback about benefits, work environment, job satisfaction, and other factors. We continue to receive this distinguished honor based on our great company culture, patient focused approach, and robust benefits package!

Some of our amazing perks and benefits offered to employees are:

• Company-sponsored events such as sporting events, BBQs and holiday parties
• Comprehensive health care coverage with options for Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance (in benefit eligible positions)
• Growth opportunities, ongoing education, training, leadership courses
• A generous 401K retirement plan
• A variety of discounts throughout the hospital and community are available to employees
• Wellness benefits offered to staff such as: weight loss challenges, access to a dietitian, and discount gym memberships
• Culture that promotes and supports work/life balance

Northwest Specialty Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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Registered Nurse

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