Registered Nurse (RN) Northwest Family Medicine St. Maries Clinic

Northwest Family Medicine - St. Maries Clinic is seeking a compassionate patient-focused RN to join the team!

Under the supervision of the Practice Supervisor the Registered Nurse directs and/or provides professional nursing care for an assigned group of patients across the age continuum. Utilizes the nursing process of assessment planning implementation and evaluation to direct or provide nursing care. Responsible for delivering patient care services in a Family Medicine setting. This position will focus on assessing identifying and solving nursing care and pre-operative problems during the pre-operative phase. This position will assist with emergency procedures providing medications and initiating intravenous fluid replacement. Demonstrates knowledge of equipment instruments best nursing practices standards and protocols. The Registered Nurse will need to project a professional demeanor and appearance while maintaining the confidentiality of the Hospital patients and employees as appropriate. Able to work under pressure and in situations that demand patience tact stamina and endurance. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions and Qualifications:

• Operates all required equipment and machinery accurately and safely.
• Sets priorities to facilitate the timely and efficient flow of patents throughout the day.
• Conducts an individualized patient assessment prioritizing the data collection based on the patients immediate condition or needs within timeframe specified by client facilitys policies procedures or protocols.
• Start and monitor IVs administer pre-operative medications perform pre-operative instruction and explain patients rights and procedures.
• Develops plan of care that is individualized for the patient reflecting collaboration with other members of the healthcare team.
• Assisting with emergency procedures providing medications and initiating intravenous fluid replacement.
• Performing physical assessments taking vital signs and documenting findings in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Collecting a thorough medical history from patients and family members upon admission.
• Initiates emergency resuscitative measures according to resuscitation protocols.
• Maintains confidentiality in matters related to patient family and facility staff.
• Provides care in a non-judgmental non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to patient and familys diversity preserving their autonomy dignity and rights.
• Maintains current competency in nursing specialty.
• Employees are expected to comply with all regulatory requirements including Joint Commission Standards.
• Is familiar with organization department and job specific Environment of Care areas including Life Safety Hazardous Materials Communications Emergency Preparedness Infection Control and Medical Equipment Failure.
• Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the United States.
• A graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN licensure in the State of Idaho is required.
• Ability to relate and work effectively with others.
• Knowledge of professional standards and regulations.
• Strong understanding of surgical technology and surgical procedure.
• Aware of professional nursing standards and performs in accordance with them.
• AHA BLS Certification.
• PALS and ACLS Certification within 6 months of hire.
• 2 years of relatable nursing experience preferred.
• CEN certification preferred.
• BSN preferred.

About Northwest Specialty Hospital:

Northwest Specialty Hospital is widely known for being a center of excellence and is proudly owned and operated by local physicians. The physicians have invested personally professionally and financially in the care of the patients and the staff. They have dedicated their lives to creating a hospital that allows them to practice on their own terms and do whats best for patients. Northwest Specialty Hospital includes 12 operating rooms and 28 inpatient beds along with a variety of clinics and services throughout Kootenai County that span across multiple specialties.

Northwest Specialty Hospital has earned numerous awards for patient care surgical skill medical care and employee satisfaction. Northwest Specialty Hospital has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest for seven consecutive years!! Companies throughout Washington and Idaho were selected based on employee feedback about benefits work environment job satisfaction and other factors. We continue to receive this distinguished honor based on our great company culture patient-focused approach and robust benefits package!

Some of our amazing perks and benefits offered to employees are:

• Company-sponsored events such as sporting events BBQs and holiday parties
• Comprehensive health care coverage with options for Medical Dental & Vision Insurance (for benefit-eligible positions)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Growth opportunities ongoing education training and leadership courses
• A generous 401K retirement plan
• A variety of discounts throughout the hospital and community are available to employees
• Wellness benefits offered to staff such as: weight loss challenge access to a dietitian and discount gym memberships
• Culture that promotes and supports work/life balance

**Northwest Specialty Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability or protected Veteran status.**

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