Nurse Resident - BSN; Summer

• Department Nursing - Transition to Practice
• Schedule/Shift/Hours Full Time - Variable

NOW ACCEPTING INTERNAL APPLICATIONS FORJULY AND AUGUST 2026 COHORTS

Application will be open to external candidates at a later date, as well as a separate application for our med-surg and behavioral health units. This application is only for the units listed below.

• Critical Care
• Emergency Department
• 3 South - Progressive Care Unit

Program Overview

The Kootenai Nurse Residency Program is an incredibly supportive program that transitions newly graduated nurses to the hospital setting. The program accepts only the most outstanding and committed applicants. The Nurse Residency is a full-time (36–40 hours/pay period), paid program that prepares new professional nurses with exemplary skills, knowledge, and experience in inpatient areas.

Thisis a year-long program that provides an innovative, person-centered support structure for the acquisition of evidence-based practice, standardization of knowledge, and skills to ensure our nurses are confidently prepared, supported, and engaged in their work. Nurse Residents learn through a combination of educational seminars, peer support discussions, simulation, and authentic patient experiences with the support of experienced preceptors/mentors. Kootenai Health is committed to providing Nurse Residents with the teaching, training, mentoring, and expertise needed for a successful career in nursing.

Hiring Process

• Begin by submitting your formal application on our website.
• Next, we’ll reach out by email with a request to complete a one-way interview through Spark Hire.
• A Talent Acquisition Consultant will connect with you to provide a list of unit descriptions and gather your topunit preferences. While not every unit may be available in each cohort, we’re committed to helping you find a great fit.
• After your Spark Hire interview, your application and video will be reviewed by unit managers, starting with your first preferred choice. If you’re not selected for your top choice, don’t worry—your application and video will be forwarded to the next unit on your list.
• Once reviewed, the Talent Acquisition Consultant will reach out to schedule an interview. For this interview, the unit manager will ask follow up questions to your video interview, provide more insights on unit specifics, and answer any questions you may have. You may have the chance to speak with multiple units to find the best match for you.
• If selected for the program, the Talent Acquisition Consultant will reach out with the details of your offer, including unit placement and compensation.

Things to know

• Units will aim to offer residency positions in each cohort; however, availability can vary per cohort. Please note that not every unit will offer positions in every cohort.
• If your top unit preference isn’t available in the cohort you’re applying to, you’ll automatically be considered for your next choice. If three or more of your top units aren’t available, the Talent Acquisition Consultant will connect with you to discuss the best options moving forward.
• This application is only for the units listed above. There will be a separate job posting for our med-surg and beheavioral health units.

As a Nurse Resident, you will receive

• Socialization and networking support
• Didactic, targeted teaching, and learning experiences
• Monthly workshops with social networking and didactic experiences
• 24-hour access to a robust, interdisciplinary on-site library
• Three to six months of direct bedside preceptor and leadership support
• Training in national certification courses that are integral to your specialty practice, such as BLS, ACLS, TNCC, NRP, PALS, and many more
• Specialty-specific education courses as applicable
• A professional nursing culture and education environment consistent with the ANCC Magnet designation — the national standard for nursing excellence in the United States.
• Early leadership opportunities

Eligibility to participate in the Nurse Residency Program includes

• Graduate of a nationally accredited nursing program. BSN preferred
• Less than 12months of experience as an RN
• Less than 6 months of hospital experience required at the time of hire
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