RN- 2 East Ortho/Neuro

Kootenai Health • Coeur d'Alene, ID

5d

About The Position

The Registered Nurse on the 2 East Ortho/Neuro unit cares for a varied patient population that includes orthopedic and neurosurgical patients, trauma patients, seizure patients, and general medical patients. Orthopedic care includes patients with bone and joint injuries and those undergoing elective joint surgery. Neurosurgical patients may be recovering from craniotomies, laminectomies, and other procedures. Neurology patients include people with traumatic brain injuries and seizure patients requiring EEG monitoring, among others.

The RN evaluates, plans, implements, and documents nursing care for an assigned patient population; assists physicians with examinations and procedures; performs patient tests; and administers medications within the RN scope of practice. The role promotes patient independence by establishing care goals and teaching patients and families about conditions, medications, and self-care. The position requires creativity, familiarity with standard nursing concepts and practices, regular and predictable attendance, and competence in meeting the age-specific needs of the assigned unit. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of a nationally accredited nursing program.
• For RNs with less than three years of patient-facing nursing experience at hire: enroll in a baccalaureate or higher nursing degree program within one year of employment and complete it within three years of hire.
• For RNs with at least three years of patient-facing nursing experience at hire: an ADN or nursing diploma is required; a BSN or higher is preferred.
• Before the start date, hold an Idaho Registered Nurse license, have documented pending licensure with temporary licensure, or hold current RN licensure in a state participating in the multistate privilege-to-practice compact with Idaho.
• BLS certification required.
• Able to lift and move up to 35 pounds.
• Able to maintain a standing position.
• Able to stoop, crouch, or bend.
• Able to push, pull, or transport heavy equipment.
• Able to assist with patient transfers.
• Able to work around needles, blood, and other body fluids.

Nice To Haves

• BSN or higher for RNs with at least three years of patient-facing nursing experience at hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan, implement, and document nursing care for an assigned patient population.
• Assist physicians during examinations and procedures.
• Perform patient tests and administer medications within the registered nurse scope of practice.
• Promote patient independence by establishing care goals and teaching patients and families about conditions, medications, and self-care skills.
• Meet the age-specific needs of patients on the assigned unit.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage, including fully employer-paid options for eligible full-time employees and affordable plans for part-time staff.
• Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance.
• Telemedicine and wellbeing resources available to all employees.
• Tuition assistance after 90 days of employment.
• Retirement plans with pre-tax and Roth options and employer matching from 3% to 6%.
• Competitive pay.
• Night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials.
• Wellness program with coaching, financial wellness resources, and free or discounted access to fitness centers and premium wellbeing apps.
• PerkSpot discounts with deals in more than 25 categories.
• Employee referral bonus program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree