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Registered Nurse RN Neuro Surgical Trauma SDU

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Saint Alphonsus

Boise, Idaho

Posted Sep 1

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12-hour nights
Unit
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Role

Schedule
12-hour nights
Term
Permanent
Setting
Hospital
Accepts
RN

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Pay

Relocation
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Employment Type

Full time

Shift

12 Hour Night Shift

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Saint Alphonsus Health System, Idaho's only hospital system recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers for 2025, is looking for aRegistered Nurse to join ourNeuro Surgical Trauma SDU team at our Level II Trauma Center inBoise, Idaho.

This position will belocated at ourRegional Medical Center off I-184 and Curtis Rd.

Incentives: Sign on bonus, Relocation

Schedule

Nights

Unit Type: Step Down

Benefits

When Saint Alphonsus takes care of you, you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers. Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho.

We offer

  • Medical, Dental, And Vision Coverage
  • Mental Health Resources
  • Meaningful Retirement Benefits
  • Generous PTO plan

Why this role is for you

Imagine working with a high-acuity patient population in a newly built, innovative unit outfitted with the latest equipment—perfect for honing specialized skills. Whether you’re looking to specialize in complex cases or seeking a steppingstone toward intensive critical care, this role provides the ideal foundation. Join a forward-thinking team committed to excellence in patient care, where you’ll have the resources, support, and encouragement to grow every day.

What to expect

  • Utilizing your skills in a Level II Trauma Center and a Level I Comprehensive Stroke Center
  • Providing next level care for neurological patients ina state-of-the-art unit with the newest and most advanced technology and equipment
  • Caring for post operative patients along with patients with traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, seizures, strokes, and other neurological disorders
  • Delivering high-quality nursing care in our 17-bed SDU,utilizing advanced clinical skills to assess, stabilize, andmonitor patients

Qualifications

  • Idaho or multistate RN license (must establish Idaho residency within 6 months if applicable).
  • BLS certification; ACLS and PALS required within designated timelines.

Why Saint Alphonsus Health System?

Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based.

  • Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health;
  • The region’s most advanced Trauma Center (Level II);
  • Commission on Cancer Accredited Program throughdemonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Requirements

  • Idaho or multistate RN license (must establish Idaho residency within 6 months if applicable).
  • BLS certification; ACLS and PALS required within designated timelines.

Place

City
Boise, Idaho
State price level
5% below the national average

Idaho index 95.5, where 100 is the national average.

Boise blends outdoor adventure with a welcoming, mid-sized city feel. Nestled near the Rocky Mountain foothills and intersected by the greenbelt along the Boise River, it offers easy access to nature. Historic neighborhoods like the North End add local charm, making it an appealing, balanced base for nurses.

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The hospital sits in the Treasure Valley, where Idaho’s compact-license rules mean a multistate license can carry you in without a separate single-state step. State income tax is a flat rate near 5.7%, which makes take-home math more straightforward than…

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