RN
On-siteCoeur d'Alene, Idaho, United States
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeLicense Or Certification
Full TimeLicense Or Certification
Job Summary
Evaluate, plan, implement, and document nursing care for an assigned patient population on a cardiology-focused medical/surgical unit. Assist physicians during examinations and procedures, perform patient tests, and administer medications within the scope of practice. Promote patient independence by establishing care goals and teaching self-care skills regarding conditions and medications. Engage fully within inter-professional teams to foster open communication and shared decision-making. Requires BLS certification; BSN completion mandated for hires after 1/1/2015. Located in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of a nationally accredited Nursing program
- State of Idaho Registered Nurse OR licensure pending as documented by temporary licensure OR current RN licensure from a state participating in the 'multistate privilege to practice' compact with Idaho prior to start date
- BLS Required
- Must be able to maintain a standing position
- Must be able to stoop, crouch, or bend
- Must be able to push, pull, or transport heavy equipment
- Must be able to assist in patient transfer
- Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned
- Regular and predictable attendance
- All non-BSN RN's hired after 1/1/2015 at Kootenai Health are required to be enrolled in a baccalaureate (or higher) degree program in nursing upon hire, and show evidence of enrollment prior to their start date with a mandatory completion date based on date of hire
Desired Qualifications
- Hired prior to 8/31/2015 BSN is recommended but not required
- Hired between 9/1/2015 and 12/31/2018 BSN completed by December 31, 2020
- Hired after 1/1/2019 BSN completed within two years of hire
- Further education consists of a basic cardiac rhythm interpretation class (e-learning) and ACLS certification within 90 days of hire
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