PT Trach & Ventilation Nurse

Essential Job Functions:

· Deliver skilled nursing care to ICF residents with tracheostomies and or mechanical ventilation needs in accordance with physician orders and regulatory compliance.

· Perform daily tracheostomy care, suctioning, stoma assessments, and tube changes as per protocol.

· Monitor ventilator settings and alarms and promptly respond to respiratory needs.

· Administer Medication and Treatments as ordered by physician in accordance with the Medication Administration Policy.

· Provide informed care that respects the individuals preferred communication style.

· Provide support and education to Direct Support Professionals and other team members on care protocols, safety measures, and emergency protocols.

· Document nursing assessments, medications, treatments, in electronic and paper form according to ICF regulations.

· Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including physicians, respiratory therapists, behavioral support, speech, occupational, and physical therapies, direct care, quality and residential management.

· Provide support with respiratory weaning and decannulation processes when ordered.

Qualifications:

· Licensed RN or LPN in Pennsylvania

· 2 years of nursing experience.

· Ventilator dependent and tracheostomy experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

· Proficiency in respiratory care

· Ability to adapt care to accommodate cognitive and sensory needs.

· Strong clinical judgment and emergency response skills.

· Effective communication with interdisciplinary team.

· Knowledge of ICF regulatory standards