Pulmonary Nurse- $2500 Sign On Bonus

LPN _Position Type: Full Time Nights - Weekends or Weekdays_ _Benefits:_ + _Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)_ + _401(k) with matching_ + _Educational Assistance_ + _Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package._ $2500.00 Sign on bonus Job Summary The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Respiratory Therapist is responsible for the delivery of patient care by applying skills and techniques common to the practice of practical nursing. The Licensed Practical Nurse working in Respiratory functions under the supervision of a Licensed Respiratory Therapist and performs respiratory tasks within the LPN scope of practice. Essential Functions Documents Effectively: u25cf Accurately, timely according to guidelines u25cf Legibly u25cf Charting reflects patient problems identified in the plan of care and is timely and accurate Communicates Effectively: u25cf Establishes and maintains two-way communication with peers, staff, physicians and administration u25cf Communicates appropriate information to licensed personnel u25cf Responds to staff, patient and/or family concerns with respect u25cf Ensures supplies are readily available, clean, and organized in an efficient manner Patient Care: u25cf Provides care to assigned patients including the activities of daily living, therapies and interventions for emergent and non-emergent patients Medication Management: u25cf Monitors/administers and charts all medications prescribed including emergency medications u25cf Uses patient safety techniques in the delivery of medications including the delivery of medications during emergent situations. u25cf Monitors/reports/intervenes in a timely manner any adverse drug reactions to the appropriate physician Code Response: u25cf Demonstrates ability to critically think and problem solve during a cardiac emergency situation Patient Position and Transport: u25cf Explains need for and assists with appropriate positioning for patient comfort and transport Performs Respiratory Procedures Timely and Accurately: u25cf Properly identifies patient before procedures. u25cf Appropriately performs patient assessment and correlates care with the patientu2019s needs while consistently and competently adhering to Respiratory Protocols. u25cf Assures that all procedures are properly ordered, verified and acknowledged. u25cf Demonstrates ability to handle and/or solve respiratory related problems u25cf Proficiently demonstrates adherence of oxygen therapy in regard to age specific care consideration u25cfEnsures equipment is readily available, clean and organized in an efficient manner: u25cf Ensures proper storage and care. u25cf Educates all staff on appropriate care of respiratory equipment. u25cf Utilizes hospital approved cleaning materials u25cf Moves equipment, without harm to facility property or personnel, and in a timely manner u25cf Performs periodical safety/quality control checks u25cf Removes damaged equipment from use and returns to appropriate department for repair u25cf Performs other duties as assigned or requested Qualifications + Graduate of a School of Practical Nursing Knowledge, Skills and Abilities + Strong knowledge of nursing principles, medication administration, and patient care practices. + Proficiency in patient assessment, monitoring, and documentation. + Excellent communication skills for interactions with patients, families, and healthcare teams. + Organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities. + Knowledge of safety protocols, infection control measures, and regulatory requirements. + Adaptability to changes in patient care needs and healthcare practices. Licenses and Certifications + Current BLS Certification required + License to practice as an LPN in the State of Alabama. INDRESPTHEREqual Employment Opportunity This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.

Created: 2025-12-05