Respiratory Nurse

Reliant Rehabilitation•Atlanta, TX

13d

About The Position

Provides respiratory nursing services and related patient care in accordance with nursing practices, Reliant Rehabilitation guidelines, and applicable state and federal regulations. The role includes screening and assessing patients, creating and updating treatment and discharge plans, and handling case management responsibilities. The Respiratory Nurse is expected to provide quality care and maintain positive, professional relationships with facilities and clients. The position administers respiratory treatments and pulmonary care, monitors resident status, educates residents and caregivers, maintains respiratory equipment, documents care in the electronic medical record, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary healthcare team. It may also involve supervising rehab technicians or students and supporting clinical development of respiratory services and staff across covered facilities. The work takes place in an office environment with usually moderate noise and temperature. The job requires frequent patient lifting using appropriate biomechanical techniques, including the ability to lift 35 pounds of dead weight alone. The employee must also be able to walk, bend, stand, and reach constantly during the workday or shift and participate in sustained activities for many hours.

Requirements

Associate degree in nursing from an accredited program; the posting also indicates LVN/LPN and states that an LVN or RN will be considered.
At least 2 years of experience in a nursing role; experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) or acute care setting is preferred.
Valid state nursing license, where applicable.
Proficiency with CPAP/BiPAP, spirometers, oxygen, vest therapy, cough assist, and nebulizers.
Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards for respiratory nursing care in an SNF setting.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Basic internet navigation skills.
Ability to walk, bend, stand, and reach constantly during a workday or shift and participate in sustained activities for many hours.
Visual, auditory, and speaking skills sufficient to assess, communicate, and monitor patient needs; maintain accurate records; recognize people; and understand and provide written, verbal, and gestural communications.
Fine motor skills for writing, keystroking, charting, scheduling, correspondence, reports, and handling diagnostic and therapeutic equipment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a skilled nursing facility or acute care setting.

Responsibilities

Administer and manage respiratory treatments, including CPAP/BiPAP, incentive spirometry, breathing techniques and exercises, and oxygen, according to established protocols.
Provide complex pulmonary care, including vest therapy, cough assist, suctioning, and nebulizer treatments.
Assess residents, monitor their status, and modify treatment plans based on clinical findings and physician directives.
Educate residents, families, and caregivers about respiratory techniques, equipment use, and safety protocols.
Maintain and troubleshoot respiratory equipment to ensure it functions properly and safely.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Accurately document treatments, observations, and resident responses in the electronic medical record.
Participate in resident care conferences and provide input on respiratory care goals and progress.
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, facility policies, and procedures related to respiratory care.
Assist in developing and implementing respiratory nursing care protocols and guidelines.
Keep current with advances in respiratory techniques and equipment through continuing education and training.
May assist in supervising rehab technicians and/or students by providing consultation and clinical supervision, helping ensure treatment plans are carried out, and supporting clinical development of respiratory services and rehab technicians.
Lift patients frequently using appropriate biomechanical techniques and be capable of lifting 35 pounds of dead weight alone.