Registered Nurse RN Cardiovascular ICU

Trinity Health; Garden City (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health system in Idaho is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join their Cardiovascular ICU team. This full-time position involves working night shifts and offers the opportunity to collaborate with surgical teams on advanced cardiac procedures. The ideal candidate will hold an Idaho RN license and have a strong commitment to patient-centered care within a supportive environment. This role provides competitive benefits and fosters professional growth.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Mental Health Resources

Meaningful Retirement Benefits

Generous PTO plan

Qualifications

• Must have an Idaho or multistate RN license and establish Idaho residency within 6 months if applicable.
• Must have BLS certification at hire and ACLS within 6 months.
• Experience in a Cardiac ICU is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized care for patients recovering from complex cardiac procedures.
• Administer medications and perform essential procedures.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for patient care coordination.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Collaboration with surgeons

Advanced medical technology

Education

Idaho or multistate RN license

BLS certification

ACLS certification within 6 months

Job description

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

12 Hour Night Shift

Description

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 a Registered Nurse to join our Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) team at our Level II Trauma Center in Boise, Idaho.

This position will be located at our Regional Medical Center off I-184 and Curtis Rd.

Schedule: Night shift or a rotating schedule, available in 2-week or 6-week rotations.

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

Working in our 10-bed Cardiovascular ICU offers a unique chance to build strong relationships in a supportive team while specializing in a highly sought-after field. You’ll collaborate with surgeons performing next-level open heart surgeries while contributing to a growing program. If working with advanced devices and equipment excites you, this role will keep you engaged and challenged. Our pathway-driven post-surgical unit blends structured care while maintaining a level of autonomy ensuring a fulfilling experience every day.

What sets us apart from others

• We perform approximately 400 surgical procedures annually, including Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG), valve repair and replacement, and complex aorta repairs.
• Our program was recently recognized by the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) with a prestigious 3-star rating – the highest possible – for our surgical aortic valve outcomes.
• We are proud to be among the top 5% in the nation for cardiac surgery results.
• Our team routinely manages high-risk cases with advanced technologies, such as the surgically implanted Impella 5.5 ventricular assist device, optimizing patient outcomes throughout the perioperative period.
• Our care is guided by Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols, empowering nurses to help lead patient-centered care plans and drive exceptional outcomes.

Saint Alphonsus Receives Three-Star Rating for AVR Heart Surgery

What to expect

• Work in a 10-bed unit with advanced technology and a highly skilled team, specializing in major cardiac surgeries and complex cardiovascular conditions.
• Care for patients recovering from intricate cardiac procedures, including CABG, heart valve surgery, and aortic surgery.
• Deliver specialized care with expertise, compassion, and a commitment to patient-centered approaches in our state-of-the-art intensive care unit.
• Administer medications and perform essential procedures to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Provide patient education and support to enhance health and wellness.
• Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and efficiently.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and ensure a smooth transition for patients.
• Contribute to a tight-knit team with strong leadership, a supportive environment, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Idaho or multistate RN license (must establish Idaho residency within 6 months if applicable).
• BLS certification at hire; ACLS within 6 months of hire.

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 through demonstrating 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.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran