Registered Nurse - Pulmonary Progressive Care

MEP Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

MEP Health in Winston-Salem, NC is seeking a Registered Nurse – Pulmonary Progressive Care to deliver comprehensive nursing care for patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions.

You will perform focused respiratory assessments, respond to escalating oxygen and ventilatory needs, and assist with procedures such as tracheostomy, ventilator support, CPAP/BIPAP, chest tubes, and high-flow oxygen therapy.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing.
• BLS certification required.
• At least 1 year of acute nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide focused respiratory assessments.
• Respond to escalating oxygen/ventilatory needs.
• Manage procedures: tracheostomy, ventilator support, CPAP/BIPAP, chest tubes, high-flow oxygen therapy.

Skills

Respiratory care

Nursing assessment

RN license

BLS certification

Tools

Ventilator equipment

Chest drainage systems

Job description

We are seeking a Registered Nurse – Pulmonary Progressive Care to join a dynamic, collaborative unit specializing in respiratory patient care.

In this role, you will provide comprehensive nursing care for patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions such as COPD, pneumonia, pulmonary embolism, and influenza.

Key responsibilities include conducting focused respiratory assessments, early intervention for escalating oxygen and ventilatory needs, and managing specialized procedures like tracheostomy, ventilator support, CPAP/BIPAP, chest tubes, and high-flow oxygen therapy.

Ideal candidates will have at least one year of acute nursing experience, an active RN license, and BLS certification.

Join a supportive environment with engaged leadership, collaborative team members, and opportunities to build skills in advanced respiratory management, making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.