Pulmonary Care Coordinator

Prestige Care Center of Fairfield; Fairfield (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Prestige Care Center of Fairfield in Iowa is looking for a passionate Pulmonary Care Coordinator to enhance resident outcomes through clinical excellence and education. The role involves monitoring residents' respiratory condition and developing individualized care plans.

The ideal candidate holds a current Registered Respiratory Therapist license and BLS certification, with a preference for experience in long-term care or rehabilitation. This position offers an opportunity to lead and support the pulmonary program.

Qualifications

• Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT license in good standing.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Complete pulmonary assessments and evaluations for residents.
• Monitor respiratory status and intervene as needed.
• Develop and update individualized pulmonary care plans.
• Coordinate respiratory interventions.
• Provide education and support to staff.

Skills

Passion for improving resident outcomes

Strong communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Current Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT license

Current BLS certification

Job description

Are you a Respiratory Therapist who is passionate about improving resident outcomes, preventing avoidable hospitalizations, and making a lasting impact in long term care? We are seeking a Pulmonary Care Coordinator to lead and support our facility's pulmonary program through clinical excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration, education, and strong communication.

Pulmonary Care Coordinator Essential Responsibilities

• Complete pulmonary assessments and evaluations for residents enrolled in the pulmonary program
• Monitor respiratory status and identify changes in condition requiring intervention
• Develop, implement, and update individualized pulmonary care plans
• Coordinator respiratory interventions
• Serve as a primary pulmonary resource and communication leader for the facility
• Provide on-going education, coaching, and support to nursing staff, therapy staff, and respiratory personnel

Required Qualifications

• Current Registered Respiratory Therapist RRT license in good standing
• Current BLS certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, or post-acute care
• Leadership, supervisory, or program development experience