RN – NRT Float II
Registered Nurse
Position Summary:
Kootenai Health is currently hiring a patient-focused RN to join our Nursing Resource Team (NRT). Candidates with a high level of teamwork and drive to provide exceptional care to those they serve are a must.
Team Highlights:
Nurse Resource Team (NRT) is a float resource department where nurses work in a variety of care areas hospital-wide including but not limited to the medical-surgical departments and behavioral health units. There are varying tiers within the department to advance into. Some nurses in the NRT are trained to work in a specialty areas that includes Progressive Care, Emergency Department, and Critical Care. This department requires nurses to be efficient with time management and flexible in working with a variety of teams throughout the various units it supports. Nurses in the NRT participate in caring for a wide variety of patient populations and must maintain a high level of focus and flexibility to stay competent the specialties they work in.
Float Tiers: The Nursing-Resource Team has 4 different float tiers, which are determined based on experience and competencies.
Tier 1: Float to 1 North-Medical Nephrology, 2 East- Ortho/Neuro Unit, 2 South- General Surgery Unit, 3 East- Neuro/Oncology/Gen Med Unit, 3 North- Cardiac Medical Unit, and Behavioral Health.
Tier 2: Float to 1 North-Medical Nephrology, 2 East- Ortho/Neuro Unit, 2 South- General Surgery Unit, 3 East- Neuro/Oncology/Gen Med Unit, 3 North- Cardiac Medical Unit, Behavioral Health, and the Progressive Care Unit.
Tier 3: Float to 1 North-Medical Nephrology, 2 East- Ortho/Neuro Unit, 2 South- General Surgery Unit, 3 East- Neuro/Oncology/Gen Med Unit, 3 North- Cardiac Medical Unit, Behavioral Health, the Progressive Care Unit, and the Emergency Department.
Tier 4: Float to 1 North-Medical Nephrology, 2 East- Ortho/Neuro Unit, 2 South- General Surgery Unit, 3 East- Neuro/Oncology/Gen Med Unit, 3 North- Cardiac Medical Unit, Behavioral Health, the Progressive Care Unit, the Emergency Department and Critical Care.
Responsibilities:
- Evaluates, plans, implements, and documents nursing care for an assigned patient population
Assists physician during examinations and procedures - Performs various patient tests and administers medications within the scope of practice of the registered nurse
- Promotes patient's independence by establishing patient care goals and teaching patient and family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills
- A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected
- Performs other related duties as assigned
- Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
- Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
- Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned
Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduate of a nationally accredited Nursing program required
- Licensed RN with a minimum 3 years' patient-facing RN experience at time of hire, ADN or diploma required; BSN or higher preferred
- All non-BSN RN's with less than 3 years' patient-facing RN experience at time of hire are required to be enrolled in a baccalaureate (or higher) degree program in nursing within 1 year of employment, with completion within 3 years of hire
- 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
Working Conditions
• Must be able to lift and move up to 35 lbs
• Must be able to maintain a standing position
• Typical equipment used in a clinical job
• 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
• Exposure to needles, blood and body fluids, etc.
Continue your career with Kootenai Health!
At Kootenai Health, you can continue learning, growing, and advancing. With 397 beds licensed on the main campus, two critical access hospitals, and more than 50 clinics, we offer an almost endless array of meaningful opportunities. Our Internal Recruiters are dedicated to providing personalized service to our team members. They are available to answer internal mobility questions and assist you in navigating options to transition and expand your career and skills.
If you're interested in learning more about other roles, inquiring about the internal hiring process, or better understanding career pathways opportunities, please contact the Internal Recruitment team. We look forward to assisting you in finding a position that meets your lifestyle, goals, talents, and current and future skills.
What to Expect after you transfer:
- If you change your title or department, you will receive a new badge. Badges are printed and available in Security on the Wednesday of the week following your transfer.
- Your benefits may change if your position status (FT, PT, or PRN) has been updated. Please talk with your Recruiter if you have any questions about your status and benefits.
- Those with a primary position as a PRN will receive per diem pay. Per Diem rates are tiered depending on number of years of employment.
- If you are moving into a new role, HR will provide you with a new job description to review and sign. HR will also request documentation for any new requirements for your position, including experience, education, licensure, certification, etc.
- If EPIC training is required for your role and you have not completed the required module for your position, please complete an EPIC Fast Track Attestation at [click to reveal website link]
- If an advanced background check with Health and Welfare is required for your role and you have not completed one previously, you will need to complete the process before your transfer date.
Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. We value investing in our employees and look forward to supporting you to find a position that best meets your needs, passions, and goals!
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