Northwest Specialty Hospital·Kootenai County, Idaho
The RN will direct and provide professional nursing care in the PACU/Pre-Op Unit, working both pre-op and recovery. Responsibilities include delegating nursing assignments, preparing schedules, overseeing admissions and discharges, and monitoring and ordering medicines and supplies.
Northwest Specialty Pre-Up/PACU Unit is seeking a compassionate, patient-focused RN to join the team!
This position will be per-diem position, likely 1-shift per week!
In this fast-paced role you will direct and provide professional nursing care in our PACU/Pre-Op Unit. In this unit you will be expected to work both pre-op and recovery. 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.**
Candidates should have previous PACU, critical care, or emergency room experience, along with current RN licensure in Idaho. A BSN is preferred, and certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS are required within six months of employment.
Market context
Nursing roles in Idaho are often driven by steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and community-based care settings, especially for candidates who can work independently and travel as needed. These positions can be competitive because employers commonly look for an active Idaho RN license, a valid driver’s license with auto insurance, and prior clinical experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your license status and prepare examples of relevant patient-care experience before applying.
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