Night Shift RN: Pulmonary Progressive Care (Ventilated Patients)

Novant Health; Winston-Salem (NC); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health is hiring a registered nurse for the Pulmonary Progressive Care unit at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC. This full-time night shift (7pm-7am) position focuses on advanced respiratory management in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The ideal candidate has a BSN (preferred), at least one year of acute nursing experience, and an active RN license with BLS certification. The unit emphasizes patient monitoring, collaboration with RTs, and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• One year of acute nursing experience required.
• Active RN licensure in the appropriate state and BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions.
• Perform focused respiratory assessments and intervene early for escalating oxygen and ventilatory needs.
• Manage specialized skills including tracheostomy, ventilated patient care, CPAP/BIPAP, and chest tube management.

Skills

Acute care nursing

Team collaboration

Education

BSN preferred

Nursing licensure (RN)

Job description

Novant Health is hiring a registered nurse for the Pulmonary Progressive Care unit at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC. This full-time night shift (7pm-7am) position focuses on advanced respiratory management in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The ideal candidate has a BSN (preferred), at least one year of acute nursing experience, and an active RN license with BLS certification. The unit emphasizes patient monitoring, collaboration with RTs, and compassionate care.