RN/LPN (Ventilator & Tracheostomy)

Douglasville Center for Nursing and Healing; Douglasville (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Douglasville Center for Nursing and Healing in Douglasville, GA is seeking an experienced RN to join our Ventilator and Tracheostomy Unit. You will provide direct patient care to critically ill patients, applying ventilator management and tracheostomy care expertise within a multidisciplinary team.

This full-time role offers a supportive environment, ongoing professional development, flexible scheduling, and a sign-on bonus of $5,000.

Qualifications

• RN license in Georgia (active)
• BLS certification
• Strong critical thinking and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to ventilator-dependent patients, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care plans
• Monitor and manage ventilator settings, oxygen therapy, and life-sustaining equipment
• Perform tracheostomy care, including suctioning, cleaning, and dressing the site
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction
• Stay current with industry developments and regulatory requirements

Skills

Ventilator management

Tracheostomy care

Critical thinking

Communication

Job description

Great Nurse to patient ratio!

$5,000 Sign-on bonus for full-time employees

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate and experienced RNs to join our Ventilator & Tracheostomy Unit at Douglasville Center for Nursing and Healing in Douglasville, GA. As a key member of our interdisciplinary care team, you will provide exceptional patient care to individuals with complex medical needs, utilizing your expertise in ventilator management and tracheostomy care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to ventilator-dependent patients, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care plans
• Monitor and manage patients' ventilator settings, oxygen therapy, and other life-sustaining equipment
• Perform tracheostomy care, including suctioning, cleaning, and dressing the tracheostomy site
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions and continuity of care
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction
• Stay current with industry developments, evidence-based practices, and regulatory requirements

Requirements

• Current RN license in the state of Georgia
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package (TBD)
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive and collaborative environment
• Collaborative team atmosphere that fosters open communication and respect
• Flexible scheduling to promote work-life balance