ICU Respiratory Nurse: Ventilator & Critical Care Expert

Stellar Care Group; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellar Care Group is seeking a Respiratory Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality respiratory care. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care in collaboration with the healthcare team to improve patient outcomes and comfort.

You will set up and monitor ventilators, monitors, and CPAP units, while adhering to infection control and regulatory standards. ICU and inpatient experience are valuable for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Must hold current RN license and be in good standing.
• Experience with vent patients is required.
• ICU/inpatient experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive respiratory assessments and histories.
• Develop and implement respiratory care plans based on findings.
• Administer and monitor oxygen, nebulizers, chest physiotherapy, and ventilation therapies.
• Educate patients and families about respiratory conditions and self-management.
• Monitor patient responses; document progress and report concerns.
• Collaborate with physicians and respiratory therapists for coordinated care.
• Maintain and operate respiratory equipment with infection control in mind.
• Respond to respiratory emergencies with life-saving interventions.
• Maintain accurate patient records and discharge summaries.
• Adhere to regulatory requirements and hospital policies.

Skills

Respiratory nursing

Ventilator management

ICU experience

Patient assessment

Emergency response

Documentation

Education

RN license

Tools

Ventilators

Monitors

CPAP units

Job description

Stellar Care Group is seeking a Respiratory Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality respiratory care. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care in collaboration with the healthcare team to improve patient outcomes and comfort.

You will set up and monitor ventilators, monitors, and CPAP units, while adhering to infection control and regulatory standards. ICU and inpatient experience are valuable for success in this role.