Medical-Surgical Nurse (RN) - Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

Job Description

Job Description

Nursing degree, active registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1+ years RN experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

This hospital-wide float nursing position offers the opportunity to deliver compassionate, high-quality care across multiple clinical areas including Emergency Room, Intensive Care Unit, Progressive Care Unit, Medical-Surgical, and Behavioral Health (adult acute, youth acute, and addiction recovery). Serving as a critical member of the Nursing Resource Team, you will apply your expertise in diverse patient populations, adapting to a fast-paced environment while fostering collaborative relationships with patients, families, and inter-professional teams.

Key Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years recent experience across ER, ICU, PCU, Medical-Surgical, AND Behavioral Health/Psych units (adult, youth acute, addiction recovery)
• Proficient with cardiac drips and non-invasive ventilation management
• Graduate of a nationally accredited nursing program (BSN highly preferred)
• Current RN license in Idaho or compact state
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS); Restraint C and MOAB training provided during orientation
• Ability to manage patient care efficiently in a variety of settings with solid time management skills
• Comfortable with 12-hour shifts, including every other weekend

Responsibilities:

• Provide relationship-based, culturally competent nursing care adhering to the Idaho Nurse Practice Act and hospital protocols
• Assess, plan, implement, and document nursing interventions effectively for assigned patients
• Assist physicians with examinations and procedures, administer medications, and perform diagnostic tests within RN scope
• Promote patient independence through education on conditions, medications, and self-care skills
• Float flexibly between units based on clinical needs while maintaining high standards of care continuity
• Maintain professional and predictable attendance

Schedule:

• 12-hour shifts (0700-1930 or 1900-0730)
• Schedule varies by unit demands, with notification provided before shifts; float assignments may occur mid-shift

Location Overview:Situated in the scenic city of Coeur dAlene, Idaho, this role places you in a vibrant community known for its stunning natural beauty and recreational opportunities such as lakes, hiking, and outdoor sports. The area offers a welcoming environment with a balance of urban amenities and small-town charm, ideal for healthcare professionals seeking quality of life alongside fulfilling clinical work.

This is a contract position with a stable schedule on a hospital-wide float nursing team. Candidates must be willing and able to provide expert care across multiple nursing specialties. If you meet these clinical and professional qualifications and are ready for a dynamic nursing role, apply today to contribute your skills and grow in a supportive, multidisciplinary setting.