Registered Nurse (RN) - Ventilator Program

Registered Nurse (RN) - Ventilator Program

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Ventilator Program team. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical assessment skills and experience caring for residents with tracheostomies, ventilator support, and complex respiratory needs. This position plays a critical role in delivering exceptional patient care while collaborating with interdisciplinary team members to promote positive clinical outcomes.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents requiring ventilator and respiratory support.
• Assess, monitor, and document patient conditions and responses to treatment.
• Manage ventilator-dependent residents in accordance with physician orders and facility protocols.
• Perform tracheostomy care, suctioning, respiratory assessments, and airway management.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately and timely.
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and interdisciplinary care teams.
• Respond appropriately to changes in resident conditions and emergency situations.
• Educate residents and family members regarding treatment plans and care goals.
• Maintain compliance with all state, federal, and facility regulations.

Qualifications

• Current Ohio Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Current CPR certification.
• Minimum one year of nursing experience preferred.
• Previous experience in a Ventilator Program, Pulmonary Unit, Sub-Acute Care, LTACH, ICU, or Skilled Nursing Facility Vent Unit strongly preferred.
• Experience with:
  • Mechanical ventilators
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Respiratory treatments
  • Airway management
  • Complex clinical assessments
• Strong communication and critical-thinking skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience caring for ventilator-dependent residents in a long-term care or post-acute setting.
• Familiarity with respiratory therapy collaboration and weaning programs.
• Knowledge of infection prevention practices related to ventilator care.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Professional Development Opportunities

Why Join Our Team?

Join a dedicated clinical team committed to providing exceptional care for residents with complex respiratory needs. Our Ventilator Program offers opportunities to utilize advanced nursing skills while making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents and families.

Apply today to become part of our growing Ventilator Program team.

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