At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

The RN provides direct patient care by utilization of the nursing process in accordance with the established policies and procedures of St. Joseph Regional Medical Center

Essential Functions

Performs a variety of direct and indirect patient care duties within the scope of practice of a RN according to the Idaho Nurse Practice ActParticipates in the planning, implementing, and evaluating of nursing careMaintains clinical competencies through continuing education offered atSt. Joseph Regional Medical Centeror by The State of Idaho1 year emergency room experience in a hospital settingAdvanced cardiac monitoringCare of emergent and non-emergent patientsHead-to-toe assessments - knowledge of normal vs. abnormal findings and reporting of abnormal findings to Charge Nurse, Provider., if warrantedPhlebotomy skillsCritical thinking to intervene with appropriate intervention for urgent/emergent careCare of the acute and chronically ill patientsKnowledge of hemodynamicsBasic IV and central line skillsIdentifying and managing life-sustaining physiologic functions in unstable patientsIncludes other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Experience

Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.Monitor, record and report symptoms and changes in patients' conditions.Record patients' medical information and vital signs.Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.Consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.Direct and supervise less skilled nursing/health care personnel or supervise a particular unit on one shift.Prepare patients for, and assist with, examinations and treatments. Essential duties and responsibilitiesTriage - The ER nurse assesses the patient’s injuries or condition upon reception. He or she then places them in a prioritized order in which they are seen by the doctor.Vitals - The ER nurse takes the patients vitals such as weight, temperature and blood pressure. He or she records information to give to the attending physician.Temperament - An emergency room nurse remains calm during tense situations and offers comfort to patients that may be experiencing symptoms of shockLong work hours are a part of the job and breaks might be few and far between.Aftercare - The RN on duty in the emergency room is responsible for carrying out the care plan the doctor prescribes. He or she administers medications or injects shots. He or she explains any discharge instructions to the family and patient, and prepares them to take over care at homeEffective verbal, written, and computer communication skillsAbility to work with others as a team to ensure quality patient careAbility to demonstrate satisfactory pain management aptitude

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

The RN provides direct patient care by utilization of the nursing process in accordance with the established policies and procedures of St. Joseph Regional Medical Center

Essential Functions

Performs a variety of direct and indirect patient care duties within the scope of practice of a RN according to the Idaho Nurse Practice ActParticipates in the planning, implementing, and evaluating of nursing careMaintains clinical competencies through continuing education offered atSt. Joseph Regional Medical Centeror by The State of Idaho1 year emergency room experience in a hospital settingAdvanced cardiac monitoringCare of emergent and non-emergent patientsHead-to-toe assessments - knowledge of normal vs. abnormal findings and reporting of abnormal findings to Charge Nurse, Provider., if warrantedPhlebotomy skillsCritical thinking to intervene with appropriate intervention for urgent/emergent careCare of the acute and chronically ill patientsKnowledge of hemodynamicsBasic IV and central line skillsIdentifying and managing life-sustaining physiologic functions in unstable patientsIncludes other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Experience

Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.Monitor, record and report symptoms and changes in patients' conditions.Record patients' medical information and vital signs.Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.Consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.Direct and supervise less skilled nursing/health care personnel or supervise a particular unit on one shift.Prepare patients for, and assist with, examinations and treatments. Essential duties and responsibilitiesTriage - The ER nurse assesses the patient’s injuries or condition upon reception. He or she then places them in a prioritized order in which they are seen by the doctor.Vitals - The ER nurse takes the patients vitals such as weight, temperature and blood pressure. He or she records information to give to the attending physician.Temperament - An emergency room nurse remains calm during tense situations and offers comfort to patients that may be experiencing symptoms of shockLong work hours are a part of the job and breaks might be few and far between.Aftercare - The RN on duty in the emergency room is responsible for carrying out the care plan the doctor prescribes. He or she administers medications or injects shots. He or she explains any discharge instructions to the family and patient, and prepares them to take over care at homeEffective verbal, written, and computer communication skillsAbility to work with others as a team to ensure quality patient careAbility to demonstrate satisfactory pain management aptitude

Education

Graduate from an accredited nursing program, in the State of IdahoCompletes continuing education requirements through HealthStreamHas knowledge of current trends and practicesMaintains education and development appropriate for positionApplies feedback to improve performanceExhibits ability to learn and apply new skillsAttends job related in-servicesParticipates in department and hospital wide improvement initiativesAble to perform job duties autonomouslyCompletes required hospital Code of Conduct trainingDemonstrates self-motivation in performing job dutiesAttends at least 80% of department meetingsAttends annual Safety FairDegree of Supervision Required

Licenses/Certification

Registered Nurse License issued by the State of IdahoBLS within 30 days of hireACLS and PALS within 6 months of hireNIH Stroke by end of Clinical Nursing Orientation

Experience

Successful completion of an orientation program or equivalent experience

Education

Graduate from an accredited nursing program, in the State of IdahoCompletes continuing education requirements through HealthStreamHas knowledge of current trends and practicesMaintains education and development appropriate for positionApplies feedback to improve performanceExhibits ability to learn and apply new skillsAttends job related in-servicesParticipates in department and hospital wide improvement initiativesAble to perform job duties autonomouslyCompletes required hospital Code of Conduct trainingDemonstrates self-motivation in performing job dutiesAttends at least 80% of department meetingsAttends annual Safety FairDegree of Supervision Required

Licenses/Certification

Registered Nurse License issued by the State of IdahoBLS within 30 days of hireACLS and PALS within 6 months of hireNIH Stroke by end of Clinical Nursing Orientation

Experience

Successful completion of an orientation program or equivalent experience