Medical-Surgical RN in Coeur d'Alene, ID
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.
An experienced registered nurse is sought for a hospital-wide float role in Coeur dAlene, ID. This position offers the opportunity to work across multiple high-acuity areas including Emergency Room (ER), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Progressive Care Unit (PCU), Medical-Surgical (Med Surg), and Behavioral Health (adult acute, youth acute, addiction recovery). The role requires a high degree of adaptability, clinical expertise, and strong time management skills to support various patient populations and care teams.
Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive nursing care utilizing the nursing process across diverse units.
- Collaborate with physicians during examinations and procedures.
- Administer medications and perform patient tests within RN scope of practice.
- Promote patient independence through education about conditions, medications, and self-care.
- Maintain adherence to hospital standards and Idaho Nurse Practice Act.
- Participate in floating assignments across designated units with scheduled advance notifications.
- Engage in ongoing professional development, including department-specific onboarding and certifications.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Graduate of a nationally accredited nursing program (BSN preferred).
- Minimum 3 years of recent experience across ER, ICU, PCU, Med Surg, and Behavioral Health/Psych settings.
- Proficiency with cardiac drips and non-invasive ventilation.
- Current state RN license (Idaho or compact).
- Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), and completion of Restraint C and MOAB training during orientation.
- Ability to float seamlessly across specialized units and maintain effective communication with interdisciplinary teams.
Schedule:
- 12-hour shifts (0700-1930 or 1900-0730).
- Schedule based on unit needs, including every other weekend coverage.
- Predictable scheduling communication prior to shifts.
Location Overview:Coeur dAlene, Idaho, is well-known for its scenic beauty, outdoor recreational opportunities, and vibrant community atmosphere. Nestled on the shores of Lake Coeur dAlene, the city offers a balanced lifestyle combining quality healthcare practice with a serene environment.
This contract role provides a dynamic setting to advance your nursing skills across multiple specialties within a supportive float team structure. If your experience aligns and you are ready for a challenging and rewarding nursing assignment in Coeur dAlene, submit your application today.