Respiratory RN: Post-Acute Rehab Care Specialist

The-Pearl-At-Fort-Lauderdale; Coral Estates (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pearl at Fort Lauderdale in Florida is seeking a Respiratory Nurse (RN) with experience in a rehab center. The role focuses on post-acute care for cardio-pulmonary and respiratory conditions in a Skilled Nursing Facility, including assessment, diagnostics, planning, and treatment.

The position emphasizes collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, documentation accuracy, and ongoing professional development while maintaining safety and patient-focused care.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a current license to practice in the state.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient treatments per clinical procedures and physician approvals.
• Document treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries and rounds.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care.
• Maintain licensure and adhere to professional ethics and standards.
• Support rehab team conferences, care conferences and training sessions.
• Ensure safety, proper body mechanics and universal precautions.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Respiratory therapy knowledge

Clinical discipline skills

Medical terminology

Respiratory disease knowledge

Equipment operation

Judgment and discretion

Verbal and written expression

Interdepartmental collaboration

Program development

Therapy administration

Education

ACCREDITED Respiratory Therapy program graduate

Current state license to practice

Job description

The Pearl at Fort Lauderdale in Florida is seeking a Respiratory Nurse (RN) with experience in a rehab center. The role focuses on post-acute care for cardio-pulmonary and respiratory conditions in a Skilled Nursing Facility, including assessment, diagnostics, planning, and treatment.

The position emphasizes collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, documentation accuracy, and ongoing professional development while maintaining safety and patient-focused care.