• Job Description

  Req#: 29220

  Nurse Manager - CVOR

  Position Summary:

  The Nurse Manager is accountable for the implementation of the vision, mission and values of Kootenai Health and the Department of Nursing within the assigned area of responsibility.

  Responsibilities:

  
  
  • Plans, directs, coordinates, coaches and evaluates the operational, fiscal and personnel activities within department to ensure the provision of quality patient care 24 hours a day
  
  
  • Contributes to the strategic planning process and attainment of goals
  
  
  • Continually advocates for available resources to promote efficient, effective, safe and compassionate nursing care based on current standards of practice
  
  
  • Assumes the role of patient advocate when necessary to assist in clarifying and evaluating ethical issues and supports cultural practices
  
  
  • Supervises and fosters a healing environment for our staff and patients
  
  
  • Promotes shared decision making on the unit level and hospital Professional Nursing Council
  
  
  • Acts as a resource and facilitates collaboration between nursing personnel and other health care disciplines throughout the organization and within the healthcare community
  
  
  • Accountable for promoting ongoing development of all staff and for maintaining a professional environment in which all staff can grow and develop
  
  
  • Promotes the ongoing leadership development of front line leadership
  
  
  • Leads and directs the work of others
  
  
  • Performs other related duties as assigned
  
  
  • Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
  
  
  • Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
  
  
  • Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
  
  
  • Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned
  
  
  
  

  Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:

  
  
  • Graduate of a nationally accredited nursing program
  
  
  • Licensed as a RN by the Idaho Board of Nursing OR licensure pending as documented by temporary licensure OR current RN licensure from a state participating in the "multi-state privilege to practice" compact with Idaho
  
  
  • BSN required
  
  
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a charge nurse or other equivalent leadership experience
  
  
  • Master’s degree in nursing or relevant healthcare field preferred
  
  
  • Current approved leadership certification required after meeting eligibility requirements
  
  
  • BLS Required. Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or KH BLS within 60 days of hire
  
  

  Working Conditions:

  
  
  • Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
  
  
  • Typical equipment used in a clinical job
  
  
  • Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend
  
  
  • Must be able to lift or move up to 35 lb
  
  
  
  

  About Kootenai Health:

  Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

  As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

  • Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance.
  • Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
  • Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it ”‹”‹”‹”‹”‹”‹
  • Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.

  • Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials

  • An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching

  • Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more

  • Robust and interactive employee referral program

  • And much more

  Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work as a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!
  

  Apply today! Please contact Lindsay Buchanan at lbuchanan@kh.org or HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email careers@kh.org”¯ with any questions.

  Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.

• About the company

  Coeur d`Alene, North Idaho, Washington, Montana, Spokane

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