Respiratory Care RN/LPN - Ventilator & Tracheostomy Support

Split Rock Rehabilitation and Health Care Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Split Rock Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in New York seeks compassionate RNs and LPNs to join our respiratory care team, providing care to ventilator-dependent and tracheostomy patients in skilled nursing and post-acute settings.

You will collaborate with Respiratory Therapists, monitor respiratory status, administer medications, document thoroughly, and respond to emergencies while maintaining infection control and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted RN or LPN license in the state of employment.
• Experience in skilled nursing, pulmonary care, or critical care settings preferred.
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team and respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to ventilator-dependent and tracheostomy patients.
• Monitor respiratory status, oxygen therapy, pulse oximetry, and patient tolerance.
• Assist with tracheostomy care, suctioning, airway management, and secretion clearance.
• Support ventilator patients by monitoring alarms and ensuring comfort.
• Collaborate with Respiratory Therapists to implement physician-ordered plans.
• Identify changes in respiratory status and report promptly.
• Administer medications as ordered and document vitals and assessments.
• Educate patients and families about respiratory conditions and equipment.
• Maintain accurate documentation and coordinate care with the team.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Emergency response

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient education

Documentation

Education

RN license

LPN license

Tools

Ventilators

Oxygen delivery devices

DME management

Job description

Split Rock Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in New York seeks compassionate RNs and LPNs to join our respiratory care team, providing care to ventilator-dependent and tracheostomy patients in skilled nursing and post-acute settings.

You will collaborate with Respiratory Therapists, monitor respiratory status, administer medications, document thoroughly, and respond to emergencies while maintaining infection control and patient-centered care.