Nurse Resident Program - Accepting Applications for Summer 2025!Facility: Kootenai HealthDepartment: Nursing - Residency & Fellow ProgramSchedule/Shift/Hours: Full Time - VariableThe first 30 days is open to internal applicants. Externals will be reviewed starting 12/4/24. NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR SUMMER 2025 COHORTS! July 14, 2025August 18, 2025ICU - January 6, 2025Emergency Department - January 6, 2025The Kootenai Nurse Residency Program is an incredibly supportive program that transitions newly graduated nurses to the hospital setting. The program accepts only the most outstanding and committed applicants. The Nurse Residency is a full-time (36-40 hours/pay period), paid program that prepares new professional nurses with exemplary skills, knowledge, and experience in inpatient areas.
This is a year-long program that provides an innovative, person-centered support structure for the acquisition of evidence-based practice, standardization of knowledge, and skills to ensure our nurses are confidently prepared, supported, and engaged in their work. Nurse Residents learn through a combination of educational seminars, peer support discussions, simulation, and authentic patient experiences with the support of experienced preceptors/mentors. Kootenai Health is committed to providing Nurse Residents with the teaching, training, mentoring, and expertise needed for a successful career in nursing.
As a Nurse Resident, you will receive: Socialization and networking supportDidactic, targeted teaching, and learning experiencesMonthly workshops with social networking and didactic experiences24-hour access to a robust, interdisciplinary on-site libraryThree to six months of direct bedside preceptor and leadership supportTraining in national certification courses that are integral to your specialty practice, such as BLS, ACLS, TNCC, NRP, PALS, and many moreSpecialty-specific education courses as applicableA professional nursing culture and education environment consistent with the ANCC Magnet designation — the national standard for nursing excellence in the United States.Early leadership opportunitiesEligibility to participate in the Nurse Residency Program includes: Graduate of a nationally accredited Nursing programLess than 6 months of hospital experience required at the time of hireIf Behavioral Health, less than 6 months of behavioral health experience required at the time of hireRN with less than 3 years' patient-facing nursing experience at time of hire are required to be enrolled in a baccalaureate (or higher) degree program in nursing within 1 year of employment, with completion within 3 years of hireRN with at least 3 years' patient-facing nursing experience at time of hire, ADN or diploma required; BSN or higher preferredState of Idaho Registered Nurse OR licensure pending as documented by temporary licensure OR current RN licensure from a state participating in the "multistate privilege to practice" compact with Idaho prior to start date.A nursing work gap greater than 12 months from your most recent experience will require successful completion of a Learning Needs Assessment conducted by a KH Nursing Education SpecialistACLS to be provided and completed, if applicableBLS Required. Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or KH BLS during General OrientationHiring Process: Submit a standard Kootenai Health Nurse Resident online employment applicationComplete a Spark Hire video interview. Your application and video will be reviewed by unit managers within one of your preferred units.You will be contacted by a unit manager for an informal interview. Expect clarifying questions on your video interview, information about the unit, and an opportunity to ask questions. Depending on the selection process, you may have a few conversations with different units.If selected for the Nurse Residency program, the Talent Acquisition Consultant will reach out with offer details to include unit placement and compensation.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: 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for full-time employees. Part-time employees pay only a small portion a month for medical, dental, and vision coverage. Benefits start 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, various cell phone carriers, and more.
Robust and interactive employee referral program.
And much more.
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