Pulmonary Progressive Care RN: Ventilators, Tracheostomy

Novant Health; Winston-Salem (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits start Day 1

Collaborative team culture

Career growth in nursing

RT support on unit

Job summary

Novant Health’s Pulmonary Unit in Winston-Salem is seeking an experienced RN to join a fast-paced, collaborative team. You will provide comprehensive care to patients with COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary embolism and other respiratory conditions, with hands-on practice in tracheostomy, ventilation, CPAP/BIPAP, and chest tubes.

Requirements include a BSN preferred, RN license, and at least one year of acute nursing experience. BLS certification is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• One year of acute nursing experience required.
• Current RN licensure in the appropriate state; BLS certification.
• If applicable, refresher requirements apply for licensure reinstatement.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions.
• Perform focused respiratory assessments and intervene early for patients with escalating oxygen needs.
• Manage specialized skills including tracheostomy and ventilated patient care, CPAP/BIPAP, and chest tube management.
• Administer blood products and select IV drips as needed.
• Conduct advanced respiratory assessment and intervention and respond to changes in patient status.

Skills

Acute care

Ventilator care

Patient assessment

BLS certified

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

Job description

Novant Health’s Pulmonary Unit in Winston-Salem is seeking an experienced RN to join a fast-paced, collaborative team. You will provide comprehensive care to patients with COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary embolism and other respiratory conditions, with hands-on practice in tracheostomy, ventilation, CPAP/BIPAP, and chest tubes.

Requirements include a BSN preferred, RN license, and at least one year of acute nursing experience. BLS certification is required.