RN - Critical Care (Fellow)
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
Posted Aug 16 · Not open to new grads
- Shift
- 8-hour rotating
- Unit
- ICU
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Role
- Schedule
- 8-hour rotating
- Term
- Permanent
- Setting
- Hospital
- Accepts
- RN
- Experience
- 3+ years
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About this role
RN Critical Care Fellow
Position Overview
The RN Fellow position is designed for Registered Nurses who do not yet have the specialty experience required for this clinical area. As an RN Fellow, you will receive an extended orientation and, when applicable, participate in additional specialty-specific education. This enhanced onboarding and learning experience is designed to build confidence, strengthen clinical skills, and support a successful transition into the specialty practice environment.
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Schedule
Straight night shift or variable shift (8 week days/8 weeks nights rotation)
Critical Care Highlights
26bed ICU comprised of two specialized 13bed units
Trauma–Neuro ICU Cardiac ICU ACS Level II Trauma Center designation VA and VV ECMO with bridgetorecovery capability 24/7 onsite intensivist coverage for all ICU patients Dedicated Rapid Response Team staffed by critical care nurses Strong interdisciplinary collaboration and evidencebased practice Comprehensive onboarding and training program designed to build confidence, support professional growth, and promote longterm success—an exceptional opportunity to advance your critical care career while making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes
Specialty Focus Areas
Trauma–Neuro ICU
Care for patients with severe trauma, neurologic injuries, and complex neurocritical conditions in a fastpaced, highstakes environment.
Cardiac ICU
Specialized care for patients with advanced cardiac disease, cardiogenic shock, and postcardiothoracic surgical recovery.
Essential Responsibilities
Assists physicians during examinations and procedures Performs patient assessments, diagnostic testing, and medication administration within RN scope of practice Promotes patient independence by establishing care goals and providing education to patients and families regarding conditions, medications, and self-care skills Performs a variety of clinical and support tasks as required Demonstrates creativity, critical thinking, and professional judgment in clinical practice Maintains familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the specialty area Ensures regular and predictable attendance Demonstrates competence in meeting age-specific needs of the assigned patient population Performs other related duties as assigned
Requirements & Minimum Qualifications
Graduate of a nationally accredited Nursing program required Licensed RN with a minimum 3 years’ patient-facing RN experience at time of hire, ADN or diploma required; BSN or higher preferred All non-BSN RN's with less than 3 years’ patient-facing RN 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 hire State 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 BLS required
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and move up to 35 pounds
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Ability to stoop, crouch, bend, push, pull, and transport equipment
- Ability to assist with patient transfers
- Regular use of clinical and medical equipment
- Exposure to needles, blood, body fluids, and other clinical hazards
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
Comprehensive medical coverage, including fully employerpaid options for eligible fulltime employees, plus affordable plans for parttime staff. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, with telemedicine and wellbeing resources available to all employees Tuition assistance after 90 days to support your professional growth Retirement plans with pretax and Roth options and employer matching from 3%–6% Competitive pay, plus night, weekend, and PRN
- shift differentials
Awardwinning wellness program with coaching, financial wellness resources, and free or discounted access to fitness centers and premium wellbeing apps PerkSpot discounts providing access to thousands of exclusive deals in over 25 categories And an employee referral bonus program
Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!
Apply today!
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.
Location: Kootenai Health · Critical Care Unit
Schedule
Full Time, Variable
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“Graduate of a nationally accredited Nursing program required Licensed RN with a minimum 3 years’ patient-facing RN experience at time of hire, ADN or diploma required; BSN or higher preferred All non-BSN RN's with less…” · from this posting
Requirements
- RN License
- Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)
- Cardiothoracic critical & intensive care
- Neurocritical care
- Nursing
- Wellness program
- 8 hour shift
- Surgery
- Magnet hospital
- Medical procedure assistance
Benefits
- Wellness program
- Dental insurance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Opportunities for advancement
- Vision insurance
- Health insurance
- Pet insurance
Place
- City
- Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
- Median rent
- $1,468/mo
- Local household income
- $72,338/yr
- Metro price level
- 2% below the national average
- CMS overall rating
- 4 of 5 stars (Care Compare, Sep 2026)
- Beds
- 326
- Magnet
- Designated since 2006 (ANCC)
- RN residency
- ANCC-accredited: Kootenai Health Nurse Residency at Kootenai Health, through Jan 2027
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Coeur d'Alene area index 98.3, where 100 is the national average.
Coeur d'Alene sits on the shores of a glacial lake in Idaho's panhandle, blending small-city calm with easy outdoor access. Sherman Avenue's downtown shops and nearby lakefront trailheads sit minutes from local healthcare facilities. Four distinct seasons and a tight-knit community define the pace here.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.
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Kootenai Health has held Magnet designation since 2006 — second in Idaho and first in the Inland Northwest — and runs a Level II Trauma Center and a Level III NICU on the same campus. It is DNV-accredited, and materials…
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