RN – NRT Float IIII

RN NRT Float IIII


Position Summary

This position is responsible for caring for a wide range of patient populations as a member of the Nursing Resource Team (NRT) maintaining a high level of adaptability and understanding in each unit. The NRT is a float resource department where nurses work in a variety of care areas hospital wide. 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. Typical float areas for a tier 4 float RN include but are not limited to medical-surgical behavioral health addiction recovery units progressive care the emergency department and critical care units.

Promotes optimal health well-being and safety through use of the nursing process and in accordance with patient care standards and the Idaho Nurse Practice Act. Provides relationship based care as demonstrated by recognizing the patient family and/or designee as a full partner in providing compassionate coordinated and culturally competent care based on respect for patients preferences values and needs. Engages fully within nursing and inter-professional teams fostering open communication mutual respect and shared decision-making to achieve quality patient care. Integrates best current evidence into clinical practice and uses data to monitor and improve the outcomes of care processes. Uses information and technology to communicate manage knowledge mitigate error and support decision-making.

Responsibilities

Evaluates plans implements and documents nursing care for an assigned patient population in a variety of care areas

Assists physician during examinations and procedures

Performs various patient tests and administers medications within the scope of practice of the registered nurse

Promotes patients 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 standards of care practices and procedures within the NRT tier 4 float cluster and units supported

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 RNs 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

ACLS required within 90 days of hire

Restraint C required during Kootenai Essentials

MOAB certification required during Kootenai Essentials

NIHSS required within 90 days of hire or before 3E orientation whichever comes first

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.

Must be able to reach arms above or below shoulder height

About Kootenai Health:

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions including being a Gallup Great Workplace No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations and Magnet Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

As your next employer we are excited to offer you:

• Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time addition to medical insurance we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.

• Kootenai Healths tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education well help you pay for it

• Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.




• Competitive salaries with night weekend and PRN shift differentials

• An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team onsite financial seminars and coaching

• Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar PEAK Fitness and more

• Robust and interactive employee referral program

• And much more

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality person-centered healthcare team we cant wait to meet you!

Apply today! Please contact the HR Front Desk at or email with any questions.

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin age disability veteran status or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race color national origin age disability veteran status or sex.