Northwest Specialty Hospital·Kootenai County, Idaho
Direct and provide professional nursing care within the Surgery Center's Pre-op and PACU units. Responsibilities include delegating assignments, overseeing admissions and discharges, and monitoring medical supplies.
Northwest Specialty Hospitals - Surgery Center Pre-op/PACU Unit is seeking a compassionate, patient-focused RN to join the team!
This is a full-time, 1.0 FTE position!
In this fast-paced role, you will direct and provide professional nursing care in our Surgery Center's PACU/Pre-Op Unit.
In this unit, you will be expected to work both pre-op and recovery.
The typical patient-to-nurse ratio is 2:1, but it can vary based on department needs.
You will utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to direct or provide nursing care.
Individuals in this role perform such duties as delegating nursing assignments, preparing schedules, overseeing admissions and discharges, and monitoring and ordering medicines and supplies.
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 what’s 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!
**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.**
Requires a current Idaho RN license and BLS certification, with BSN and previous PACU, critical care, or ER experience preferred. ACLS and PALS certifications must be obtained within six months of employment.
Market context
Pre-op and PACU RN roles in Idaho are typically in steady demand because ambulatory surgery centers need nurses who can manage perioperative recovery, patient education, and safe discharge workflows. This role is competitive for candidates with current Idaho RN licensure, BLS, and prior PACU, critical care, or ER experience, with ACLS and PALS expected within six months. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license, certifications, and recovery-unit experience before applying.
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