Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Pocatello, Idaho
Portneuf Medical Center

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Location: Pocatello, Idaho
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Shift: Nights (3 shifts of 12 hours each, 19:00–7:00)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Provide nursing care for patients with a variety of diagnoses including sepsis, CIWA, confusion, altered mental status, COPD, post-operative care, acute kidney injury, trauma, respiratory failure, bowel obstruction, pyelonephritis, cardiac conditions, diabetes, gastrointestinal conditions, isolation precautions, and suicidal ideation with medical indications.

Patient Population

• Infants, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, and Geriatrics

Staffing Ratios

• Nurse to patient ratio: 1:6

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Idaho
• Minimum 2 years of Medical-Surgical nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Valid Driver’s License or State ID
• Background checks including 7-year history, education verification, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG
• Education verification (highest level)
• NURSYS verification for RN license
• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually
• Immunizations and health screenings:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (positive titer or 2 vaccines)
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer, series, or declination)
  • Varicella (positive titer, 2 vaccines, or documented history)
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption (declinations not accepted)
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
• Completion of unit-specific skills checklist annually
• Work history verification for the past 7 years
• Completion of employment application/resume

Skills & Abilities

• Proficient in nursing process across all age groups
• Ability to document thoroughly and comply with regulatory and hospital standards
• Strong judgment, patience, and professionalism in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook, and electronic medical records (Epic)
• Organizational skills with ability to prioritize workload
• Effective interpersonal and verbal communication skills
• Advanced math skills
• Critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, and decision-making abilities

Additional Notes

• Must be willing to work varied shifts including weekends and holidays
• No local candidates within 100-mile radius considered
• Charting system used: Epic

This position requires a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse comfortable with a diverse patient population and complex medical conditions in a fast-paced night shift environment.