Pulmonary Care RN - Ventilator & Trach Specialist | Flexible

Kalesta Healthcare Group; Othello (WA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Insurance (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) with company match

PTO and holiday pay

Supportive leadership and teamwork

Job summary

Othello Post Acute in Othello, WA is seeking a Pulmonary Care Registered Nurse (RN) to care for patients with complex respiratory needs, including those on ventilators and with tracheostomies. You’ll work with a supportive team to develop and implement care plans.

The role emphasizes COPD, pneumonia, respiratory failure management, and patient education, with competitive hourly pay and flexible scheduling options.

Qualifications

• Active Washington RN license or compact license.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage ventilator-dependent and tracheostomy patients.
• Plan and evaluate care for COPD, pneumonia, and respiratory failure.
• Perform patient assessments and track progress toward respiratory goals.
• Administer oxygen therapy, nebulizers, CPT, and breathing exercises.
• Safely administer medications and monitor responses.
• Conduct diagnostic testing like pulse oximetry and specimen collection.
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and the care team.
• Educate patients and families about meds, treatments and lifestyle changes.

Education

Graduation from an accredited nursing program

Tools

Nebulizers

Pulse oximeter

Job description

Othello Post Acute in Othello, WA is seeking a Pulmonary Care Registered Nurse (RN) to care for patients with complex respiratory needs, including those on ventilators and with tracheostomies. You’ll work with a supportive team to develop and implement care plans.

The role emphasizes COPD, pneumonia, respiratory failure management, and patient education, with competitive hourly pay and flexible scheduling options.