Registered Nurse - Pulmonary Progressive Care

CONSUMER DIRECTED SERVICES INC.; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Consumer Directed Services Inc. is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide specialized care in a busy Pulmonary Unit, handling patients with COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary embolism, and influenza. This role emphasizes focused respiratory assessments and early oxygen/ventilatory interventions.

The position requires graduation from an accredited nursing program with RN licensure in the state and BLS certification. The nurse will manage advanced respiratory treatments and collaborate within a

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; RN licensure in the state.
• BLS certification from Red Cross or AHA.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to patients with acute and chronic respiratory issues.
• Perform focused respiratory assessments and early interventions for escalating oxygen and ventilatory needs.
• Manage advanced respiratory treatments including tracheostomy care, ventilator support, CPAP/BIPAP, high-flow oxygen, and chest tube management.
• Administer blood products and IV therapies as needed.
• Support early intervention, advanced respiratory management, and proactive patient monitoring.

Skills

Assessment & critical thinking

Respiratory equipment expertise

Team collaboration

Patient-centered care

Education

RN program graduate

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

We are seeking a Registered Nurse to provide specialized care in a busy Pulmonary Unit, caring for patients with respiratory conditions such as COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary embolism, and influenza.

Responsibilities Include

• Delivering comprehensive nursing care to patients with acute and chronic respiratory issues.
• Performing focused respiratory assessments and early interventions for escalating oxygen and ventilatory needs.
• Managing advanced respiratory treatments including tracheostomy care, ventilator support, CPAP/BIPAP, heated high-flow oxygen therapy, and chest tube management.
• Administering blood products and IV therapies as needed.
• Supporting early intervention, advanced respiratory management, and proactive patient monitoring.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least one year of acute nursing experience.
• Current RN licensure in the appropriate state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Skills And Attributes Include

• Strong assessment and critical-thinking skills in respiratory care.
• Experience with specialized respiratory equipment and procedures.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and professional growth.