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 hiring for our Neuro Surgical Trauma ICU through the Critical Care Residency. Registered Nurses seeking to transition to critical care, as well as graduate nurses are welcome to apply.

Residency Start: February 2026

Shift: Nights

What makes our Neuro Surgical Trauma ICU unique:

• The only Neuro ICU in the state

• Only SICU in Idaho with board-certified, fellowship-trained Surgical Intensivists

• Home to Idaho’s only fellowship-trained Neuro Intensivists

• 18-bed unit designed with advanced tech and patient-centered care in mind

Features of the unit include:

• Portable CT scanner for bedside surveillance scans 

• Fixed and portable Natus EEG brain monitoring

• Ceiling booms for 360° patient access and ceiling lifts in all rooms 

• Private patient rooms with large family areas and sleeper sofas

• Direct elevator access to heli-pad, ED, and OR

• Large, interdisciplinary workstations to keep eyes on patients at all times

Unit Videos and Details:

"This Is the Best Job I’ve Ever Had" | Dr. Craven Shares Why He Chose Saint Alphonsus

Neurocritical Care for Complex Cases

Tour Idaho's First and Only Neuro, Surgical, Trauma Unit

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 Choose Our Program?

With a comprehensive and supportive approach, we help you build your skills gradually, ensuring you feel confident and prepared as you transition into this exciting specialty.

Comprehensive Skill Development:
Our six-month program combines hands-on experience and didactic learning, covering critical care topics like heart failure, sepsis, CRRT, hemodynamic monitoring, neuro-trauma/TBI, and vasoactive medications. This balanced approach ensures you’re equipped to handle even the most complex situations with confidence.

Supportive Learning Environment:
You’ll work alongside experienced professionals who are committed to your success. Through mentorship and guidance, you'll be supported in your growth as part of a collaborative, learning-focused community dedicated to excellence in patient care.

Career Advancement Opportunities:
This program doesn’t just train you for your current role—it sets you up for future opportunities. With the specialized experience and skills you will gain, you’ll be well-positioned to grow your career in critical care.

Holistic Education:
We believe in developing well-rounded practitioners. In addition to clinical expertise, our program offers training in ethics, resiliency, and simulation scenarios—ensuring you’re not only proficient in critical care but also prepared to thrive in challenging environments.

What you will need to start work with us:

• Idaho nursing license required at residency start date

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

• An active and unexpired Basic Life Support for HealthCare Provider (BLS/HCP) certification from either AHA, ARC, or the Military Training Network