REGISTERED NURSE (RN)(PART-TIME) - OPERATING ROOM

Northwest Specialty Hospital is seeking a Circulating RN to join the Operating Room team in a part-time position. You will provide comprehensive perioperative nursing care for surgical patients across multiple specialties including Orthopedics, Spine, Gynecological, ENT, Plastics, Digestive, Bariatric, and General Surgery. The hospital operates 12 operating rooms with a Monday-Friday surgery schedule and minimal on-call requirements for OR staff.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate all surgical patients
• Assess for and anticipate the needs of surgeons
• Manage operating room suites in accordance with AORN guidelines with emphasis on patient safety
• Conduct proper documentation and provide high-quality patient care
• Serve as a supportive member of the surgical services team

Clinical Setting

Northwest Specialty Hospital is a physician-owned specialty hospital with 12 operating rooms and 28 inpatient beds, along with multiple clinics and services throughout Kootenai County. The facility has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest for seven consecutive years and has earned numerous awards for patient care, surgical skill, and medical care.

Schedule

Monday-Friday surgery schedule with minimal on-call requirements for OR staff.

Required Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in the State of Idaho
• Active BLS certification
• ACLS certification required within six months of employment
• Ability to relate and work effectively with others
• Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communication for safe and effective patient care and documentation
• Awareness of professional nursing standards and performance in accordance with them
• Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for professional advancement

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous PACU, ambulatory care, critical care, or general nursing experience

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care coverage with options for Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Growth opportunities, ongoing education, training, and leadership courses
• Generous 401(k) retirement plan
• Variety of discounts throughout the hospital and community
• Wellness benefits including weight loss challenge, access to a dietitian, and discount gym memberships
• Company-sponsored events such as sporting events, BBQs, and holiday parties
• Culture that promotes and supports work-life balance