Respiratory Nurse (LPN/RN) – Specialized Respiratory Care Unit

Meadow Springs PA; Plymouth Township (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Meadow Springs PA in Plymouth Township is looking for compassionate Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Registered Nurses (RNs) for their specialized Respiratory Care Unit. The role involves providing comprehensive respiratory care to residents, including ventilator support and pulmonary treatments.

This is an excellent opportunity for nurses interested in developing specialized skills in respiratory care, with training provided for qualified candidates. Previous respiratory experience is preferred, and candidates can expect to work in a supportive, high-acuity environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Pennsylvania LPN or RN license.
• CPR/BLS certification is necessary.
• Experience in skilled nursing facilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized respiratory nursing care.
• Monitor ventilator support and oxygen therapy.
• Educate residents and families on respiratory needs.
• Support emergency respiratory interventions as needed.

Skills

Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN)

Registered Nursing (RN)

Respiratory Care

Tracheostomy Care

Oxygen Therapy

Pulmonary Treatments

Ventilator Support

Education

Current Pennsylvania LPN or RN license in good standing

Current CPR/BLS certification

Job description

RespiratoryNurse (LPN/RN) – SpecializedRespiratoryCare Unit

Full-Time | Part-Time | Per Diem

Join Our SpecializedRespiratoryCare Team

We are seeking compassionate and clinically skilled Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our growing RespiratoryCare Unit.

As aRespiratoryNurse, you will provide specialized nursing care to residents requiringrespiratorysupport, including tracheostomy care, oxygen therapy, pulmonary treatments, and ventilator support.

This role is ideal for nurses who enjoy working in a higher-acuity environment and are interested in developing specializedrespiratoryskills.

Previousrespiratoryexperience is preferred. Additional training will be provided to qualified candidates. All respiratory duties will be carried out under the guidance of the Respiratory Director.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized respiratory nursing care to residents withrespiratoryand pulmonary conditions
• Monitor residents requiring ventilator support, tracheostomies, oxygen therapy, andrespiratorytreatments
• Perform tracheostomy care and suctioning procedures
• Administer prescribed medications, nebulizer treatments, and physician-orderedrespiratoryinterventions
• Monitor respiratory modalities and elevate concerns to the appropriate clinical team
• Educate residents, families, and staff regardingrespiratorycare needs
• Support emergencyrespiratoryinterventions when necessary

Qualifications

Required

• Current Pennsylvania LPN or RN license in good standing
• Current CPR/BLS certification

Preferred

• 1-year Skilled Nursing Facility, Subacute, LTACH, Rehab, or Hospital experience
• Experience caring for residents with Trachand Ventilator support

Ideal Candidates

We welcome nurses with experience in:

• Subacute Care
• Ventilator Units
• Pulmonary Care
• Step-Down Units
• ICU or Progressive Care
• Long-Term Care
• Skilled Nursing Facilities

We also encourage strong LPNs and RNs who are interested in expanding their clinical expertise intorespiratorycare to apply.Training will be provided.