Respiratory Nurse (RN/LPN) – Trach & Ventilator Care
About The Position
AristaCare is seeking compassionate and clinically skilled Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Registered Nurses (RNs) to join its Respiratory Care Unit. The Respiratory Nurse provides specialized care to residents requiring respiratory support, including tracheostomy care, oxygen therapy, pulmonary treatments, and ventilator management. The position offers an opportunity to work in a higher-acuity setting and develop specialized respiratory care skills. Previous respiratory experience is preferred, and training will be provided to qualified candidates. Respiratory duties are performed under the guidance of the Respiratory Director. The posting identifies full-time and part-time opportunities and describes a full-time night-shift schedule of 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM. The position is located at AristaCare at Meadow Springs in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania.
Requirements
- Current, active Pennsylvania LPN or RN license in good standing.
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
- At least 2 years of experience in a skilled nursing facility, subacute care, LTACH, rehabilitation, or hospital setting.
- Experience caring for residents with tracheostomies and ventilator support.
Nice To Haves
- Previous respiratory experience is preferred.
- Relevant experience in respiratory or pulmonary care, ventilator units, subacute care, ICU or progressive care, step-down units, long-term care, or skilled nursing facilities.
Responsibilities
- Provide specialized nursing care to residents with respiratory and pulmonary conditions.
- Monitor residents receiving ventilator support, tracheostomy care, and oxygen therapy.
- Perform tracheostomy care and suctioning.
- Administer prescribed medications, nebulizer treatments, and respiratory interventions.
- Monitor respiratory status and promptly report changes or concerns.
- Educate residents, families, and staff on respiratory care.
- Assist with emergency respiratory interventions when needed.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus available.
- Employee referral bonus program.
- Achievement incentives and recognition.
- Competitive pay rates.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Career growth and advancement opportunities.
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
