REGISTERED NURSE (RN) (PRN) - SURGERY CENTER
About the role
This is a per-diem position, typically requiring one shift per week. In this fast-paced role, you will direct and provide professional nursing care in our PACU/Pre-Op Unit, working both pre-op and recovery. The typical patient-to-nurse ratio is 2:1, though this may vary based on department needs. You will utilize the nursing process—assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation—to deliver nursing care. Responsibilities include delegating nursing assignments, preparing schedules, overseeing admissions and discharges, and monitoring and ordering medicines and supplies.
Requirements
- 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 documentation
- Ability to relate and work effectively with others
- Awareness of professional nursing standards and adherence to them
- Previous PACU, critical care, or emergency room experience strongly preferred
About Northwest Specialty Hospital
Northwest Specialty Hospital is widely recognized as a center of excellence and is proudly owned and operated by local physicians. The hospital features 12 operating rooms and 28 inpatient beds, along with a variety of clinics and services across Kootenai County spanning multiple specialties. The hospital has earned numerous awards for patient care, surgical skill, medical care, and employee satisfaction, including being named one of the Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest for seven consecutive years.
Benefits
- Company-sponsored events such as sporting events, BBQs, and holiday parties
- Comprehensive health care coverage with options for Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (in benefit-eligible positions)
- Growth opportunities, ongoing education, training, and leadership courses
- Generous 401K retirement plan
- Variety of discounts throughout the hospital and community
- Wellness benefits, including weight loss challenges, access to a dietitian, and discount gym memberships
- Culture that promotes and supports work/life balance