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Interested in a career that offers meaning and growth?

We are looking to hire Emergency and Trauma Nurses to support the Emergency Department at our Level II Trauma Center in Boise, Idaho! 

Our passion is providing excellent clinical care in an environment that is safe and respectful. We follow evidence-based protocols to ensure the best outcome, while also offering many options to meet individual needs and preferences along the way. 

As an Emergency Department Registered Nurse, you will utilize critical-thinking, patient assessment, and adaptability skills to provide comprehensive care in an ever-changing environment. 

Our nurses enjoy autonomy in their naturally fast paced roles and work closely with a collaborative and interactive emergency physician group, as well as trauma, ortho, and neurosurgeons, among other specialties. Teamwork is at the core of how we function. As a nurse in our ED, you will care for emergency patients, as well as run trauma cases that pass through our doors.  We offer advanced treatment protocols, and in addition to being a Level II Trauma Center, are designated as a Level I STEMI Center and a Level I Stroke Center. 

Our Boise Emergency Department has 38 beds to serve patients of all ages. As the most advanced trauma center in the region, we represent a continuum of care that incorporates the rapid, critical care response of Life Flight, the Emergency Department; comprehensive, multi-specialty surgical expertise including neuroscience, trauma, orthopedics, critical care units, rehabilitation, as well as the state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment technologies. Click here to learn more about the ED. 

Our Eagle Emergency Department is a 14-bed free-standing center that serves our patients 24/7, typically offering a much shorter wait time than experienced at larger facilities. Staffed by board-certified emergency doctors and specially trained staff, we provide a highly collaborative environment that continually seeks innovative ideas to better serve our patients. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A current Idaho RN license is required. 

• Multistate licenses must establish residency with the Idaho Board of Nursing within 60 days from hire. 

• All colleagues must provide licensure or proof of application in process for an Oregon RN license within 90 days of the hire date. 

• Other certifications may be required as identified in the SAHS Certification Crosswalk. 

• At hire, Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required. (ACLS and/or PALS may be accepted in lieu of BLS) 

• Prefer one or more years of nursing experience in an emergency setting  

• BLS/HCP certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire in all units, unless currently certified in ACLS and/or PALS as defined in the SAHS Certification Crosswalk. 

HIGHLIGHTS AND 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 and Oregon.   

• We offer market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.  

• Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.  

• We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow.  

Visit www.saintalphonsus.org/careers to learn more!  

MINISTRY/FACILITY INFORMATION:  

• 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 5 hospitals, 595 licensed beds, and 86 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.  

• America’s Best Large Employers 2025 and America’s Best-in-State Employers 2026  

• 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.