Respiratory Therapy Nurse

Renton Health and Rehabilitation; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Renton Health and Rehabilitation is seeking a Respiratory Therapy Nurse (RN) to provide specialized pulmonary nursing care for residents with acute and chronic respiratory conditions. The role includes administering pulmonary treatments, monitoring respiratory health, educating patients and families, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

The RN will manage oxygen therapy, chest physiotherapy, and airway clearance techniques while ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to

Qualifications

• Current and valid RN license in the state.
• Experience in pulmonary care in a skilled nursing or healthcare setting preferred.
• Strong clinical and critical thinking skills for managing respiratory conditions.
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.
• Compassionate, patient-focused care with commitment to respiratory outcomes.
• Ability to work weekends and have schedule flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct pulmonary-focused nursing care, including administering medications, breathing treatments, oxygen therapy, and other prescribed pulmonary interventions.
• Monitor and assess residents’ respiratory status, including oxygen levels, lung sounds, and overall pulmonary function.
• Perform and manage pulmonary care procedures such as chest physiotherapy, oxygen management, and airway clearance techniques.
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and interdisciplinary care teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Ensure accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, medications, and resident progress per regulatory standards.
• Maintain compliance with infection control protocols, especially concerning pulmonary illnesses and treatments.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in pulmonary nursing and implement best practices in respiratory care.

Skills

Strong clinical skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

RN license

Job description

Respiratory Therapy Nurse (RN required)

Job Summary: A Registered Nurse (RN) – Pulmonary Specialty provides specialized nursing care to residents with acute and chronic respiratory conditions. This role involves administering pulmonary treatments, monitoring respiratory health, educating patients and families, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal pulmonary care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct pulmonary-focused nursing care, including administering medications, breathing treatments, oxygen therapy, and other prescribed pulmonary interventions.
• Monitor and assess residents’ respiratory status, including oxygen levels, lung sounds, and overall pulmonary function.
• Perform and manage pulmonary care procedures such as chest physiotherapy, oxygen management, and airway clearance techniques.
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and interdisciplinary care teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Ensure accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, medications, and resident progress per regulatory standards.
• Maintain compliance with infection control protocols, especially concerning pulmonary illnesses and treatments.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in pulmonary nursing and implement best practices in respiratory care.

Qualifications

• Current and valid RN license in [state].
• Experience in pulmonary care in a skilled nursing or healthcare setting preferred.
• Strong clinical and critical thinking skills for managing respiratory conditions.
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team.
• Compassionate, patient-focused, and committed to providing exceptional respiratory care.
• Ability to work weekends and have flexibility in schedule.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, move, and reposition residents as necessary for treatments.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching in a fast-paced healthcare environment.