RN - Critical Care (Neuro/Trauma)

Kootenai Health; Coeur d'Alene (ID); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Shift differentials

Wellness program

Employee discounts

Referral program

Job summary

Kootenai Health is seeking an RN for the Critical Care Unit – ICU (Neuro/Trauma) in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. This is a full‑time night shift (12‑hour shifts) position within the Critical Care Unit, requiring RN licensure, a minimum of 3 years of bedside experience, and ACLS/BLS certifications.

The role emphasizes evidence‑based practice, teamwork, and patient‑centered care. The ideal candidate will work with interprofessional teams to promote safety and quality outcomes, while ensuring adherence to

Qualifications

• Graduate of a nationally accredited Nursing program.
• Licensed RN with a minimum 3 years’ patient-facing RN experience at time of hire; ADN or diploma required; BSN or higher preferred.
• Non-BSN RNs with <3 years’ patient-facing RN experience must enroll in a BSN program within 1 year and complete within 3 years.
• State of Idaho RN license or temporary license documented; or current RN licensure from a compact state prior to start date.
• CCRN, CNOR, or minimum 1 year experience in Critical Care, Emergency or OR/PACU as applicable.
• ACLS Required.
• BLS Required (AHA or KH).

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians during examinations and procedures; perform tests and administer medications within RN scope.
• Educate patients and families; establish care goals and self‑care understanding.
• Perform a variety of nursing tasks; adapt to differing patient needs.
• Exhibit creativity and latitude in clinical practice and problem solving.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the department.
• Maintain familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures in nursing.
• Ensure regular and predictable attendance as an essential function.
• Meet age-specific needs of the unit assigned.

Skills

ACLS

BLS

Critical care experience

Teamwork

Education

ADN or Diploma RN

BSN preferred

Idaho RN license or multistate compact

Job description

RN - Critical Care (Neuro/Trauma) Department Only

• Facility Kootenai Health
• Department Critical Care Unit - ICU
• Schedule/Shift/Hours Full Time - Nights - 12 Hour Shifts

Position Summary

Promotes optimal health, well-being and safety through use of the nursing process and in accordance with patient care standards, and the Idaho Nurse Practice Act. Provides relationship based care as demonstrated by recognizing the patient, family and/or designee as a full partner in providing compassionate, coordinated and culturally competent care based on respect for patient’s preferences, values, and needs. Engages fully within nursing and inter‑professional teams, fostering open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision‑making to achieve quality patient care. Integrates best current evidence into clinical practice and uses data to monitor and improve the outcomes of care processes. Uses information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision‑making.

Responsibilities

• Assists physician during examinations and procedures. Performs various patient tests and administers medications within the scope of practice of the registered nurse
• Promotes patient's independence by establishing patient care goals and teaching patient and family to understand condition, medications, and self‑care skills
• Performs a variety of tasks
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected
• 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

• Graduate of a nationally accredited Nursing program
• Licensed RN with a minimum 3 years’ patient‑facing RN experience at time of hire, ADN or diploma required; BSN or higher preferred
• All non‑BSN RN's with less than 3 years’ patient‑facing RN experience at time of hire are required to be enrolled in a baccalaureate (or higher) degree program in nursing within 1 year of employment, with completion within 3 years of hire
• 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 prior to start date
• CCRN, CNOR, or a minimum of 1 year experience in Critical Care, Emergency or OR/PACU required, as applicable
• ACLS Required
• BLS Required. Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or KH BLS during General Orientation

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift and move up to 35 lbs
• Must be able to maintain a standing position
• Typical equipment used in a clinical job
• Must be able to stoop, crouch, or bend
• Must be able to push, pull, or transport heavy equipment
• Must be able to assist in patient transfer
• Exposure to needles, blood and body fluids, etc.

About Kootenai Health

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• 100% employer‑paid health insurance premiums for full‑time employees. Part‑time employees pay only a small portion a month for medical, dental, and vision coverage. Benefits start 1 st of the month following 30 days of employment
• Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it
• Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre‑tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.
• Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
• An award‑winning and incentive‑driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching
• Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, various cell phone carriers, and more
• Robust and interactive employee referral program
• And much more

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high‑quality, person‑centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!

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.

Why I love my job as a Nurse at Kootenai Health

A variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans are available to both full and part‑time employees, with some available at no cost to the employee. In addition, benefit‑eligible employees also gain access to the following:

• Tuition assistance and career development programs
• Robust Retirement Plan
• Night, weekend and PRN shift differentials

This is a snapshot of your potential career path highlights the series of job positions that help you progress towards your goals and objectives. Ultimately, your career path depends on your career values and personal goals.

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