Cardiovascular Intensive Care Nurse

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 surgeries and procedures 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.

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 coronary artery bypass grafting (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.