Trauma and Emergency RN - Full Time

Employment Type: Full time, 12 Hour Night Shift

About the role

At Saint Alphonsus Health System, we are looking for Emergency and Trauma Nurses to support the Emergency Department at our Level II Trauma Center in Boise, Idaho. We have several positions open, including full-time night shift with opportunities to move to day or mid shift. Many colleagues also have the unique opportunity to float to our freestanding Emergency Department in Eagle, Idaho.

Full-time positions are eligible for consideration of a sign-on bonus and generous relocation assistance. We offer competitive wages and shift differentials depending on work schedules.

The Day To Day

Our nurses enjoy autonomy in their naturally fast-paced roles and work closely with a collaborative and interactive emergency physician group, as well as trauma, ortho, and neurosurgeons, among other specialties. Teamwork is at the core of how we function. As a nurse in our ED, you will care for emergency patients and run trauma cases. We offer advanced treatment protocols and, in addition to being a Level II Trauma Center, are designated as a Level I STEMI Center and a Level I Stroke Center.

Responsibilities

• Care for emergency patients
• Run trauma cases that pass through our doors
• Utilize critical thinking and assessment skills to prioritize patient needs
• Work collaboratively with emergency physicians and specialists

Requirements

• A current Idaho RN license is required
• Multistate licenses must establish residency with the Idaho Board of Nursing within 60 days from hire
• All colleagues must provide licensure or proof of application in process for an Oregon RN license within 90 days of the hire date
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required at hire (ACLS and/or PALS may be accepted in lieu of BLS)
• BLS/HCP certification from either AHA, ARC, or the Military Training Network is required at hire in all units, unless currently certified in ACLS and/or PALS
• Prefer one or more years of nursing experience in an emergency setting

Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a fast-paced emergency department
• Experience taking care of critical patients
• Strong critical thinking and assessment skills
• Desire to care for all types of patients and be part of a team

The Locations

Boise Emergency Department: Our Boise ED has 38 beds to serve patients of all ages. As the most advanced trauma center in the region, we provide comprehensive, multi-specialty surgical expertise, including neuroscience, trauma, orthopedics, critical care units, rehabilitation, and state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment technologies.

Eagle Emergency Department: Our Eagle ED is a 14-bed freestanding center that serves patients 24/7, typically offering a much shorter wait time than larger facilities. Staffed by board-certified emergency doctors and specially trained staff, we provide a highly collaborative environment.

About Boise

Idaho's capital city is located in the high desert of southwestern Idaho, right on the Boise River. Boise offers a stellar quality of life, featuring a vibrant and urban downtown, cultural and culinary experiences, and a wealth of entertainment options. With over 200 days of sunny weather each year, recreational opportunities abound, including the 25-mile-long Boise River Greenbelt and the Boise Foothills, which offer an interconnected network of roads and trails. Boise consistently ranks high on lists for safety, affordability, and work-life balance.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with a full benefits package
• Opportunity for growth throughout Saint Alphonsus Health System and Trinity Health
• Sign-on bonus and generous relocation assistance for full-time positions
• Shift differentials depending on work schedules