What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (RN) Outpatient Surgery PRN position at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center?
Description
Join St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, Idaho—where nationally recognized quality meets small-town heart. We’re proud to be recognized for excellence and patient safety, including an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, inclusion in Becker’s list of “Great Community Hospitals,” and U.S. News & World Report accolades for maternity care. Here, you’ll find a teamwork-first culture, leaders who support you, and coworkers who genuinely have your back. New grads are welcome—we’re committed to training, mentoring, and helping you build confidence as you grow. And because we know great care starts with taking care of our people, we offer competitive benefits and a workplace you can feel good about. If you’re looking for a place to do meaningful work, build a career, and feel proud serving your community—you belong at St. Joe’s.
Job Summary
The Registered Nurse-Outpatient Services provides direct and indirect nursing care in a fast-paced outpatient environment. This role supports various ambulatory care services including pre- and post-procedural care, patient education, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration to promote optimal patient outcomes.
Essential Functions
- Conducts thorough head-to-toe assessments pre- and post-procedure
- Administers medications and IV fluids based on age and clinical condition
- Assesses, manages, and educates patients on pain control techniques
- Monitors cardiac rhythms and recognizes arrhythmias
- Provides support during outpatient procedures, including GI and sedation-based care
- Assists physicians and interdisciplinary team with procedures and care planning
- Implements and maintains aseptic technique and infection control standards
- Maintains accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
- Collaborates with patients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure continuity of care
- Ensures safe discharge planning and patient education post-procedure
- Participates in staff orientation, training, and quality improvement initiatives
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
- Demonstrates critical thinking and sound clinical judgment
- High degree of organization, attention to detail, and time management
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Adaptability in responding to changing situations and patient needs
- Proficiency in EMR systems, Microsoft Office, and related healthcare technologies
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a high-volume environment
- Flexible with work schedule, able to support coverage as needed
- Committed to patient-centered care, professionalism, and ongoing development
Qualifications
Education
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), required
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), preferred
Licenses/Certifications
- Current state RN license or valid Compact State RN license
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA within time frame specified in facility policy
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within time frame specified in facility policy (depending on patient acuity and facility policy)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within time frame specified in facility policy (depending on patient acuity and facility policy)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within time frame specified in facility policy (depending on patient acuity and facility policy)
Experience
- Prior clinical nursing experience in an inpatient or outpatient care setting preferred