Tracheostomy Care Nurse
Tracheostomy Care Nurse
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Job Description
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Key Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough assessments of patients with tracheostomies.
- Monitor and manage respiratory status and tracheostomy site condition.
- Perform routine tracheostomy care including cleaning and maintenance.
- Assist in the management of ventilators and oxygen therapy as needed.
- Educate patients and families on tracheostomy care equipment and emergency procedures.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and update care plans.
- Manage complications and initiate interventions in response to patient needs.
- Document patient care accurately including assessments and interventions.
- Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to tracheostomy care.
- Train and supervise nursing staff and caregivers in tracheostomy management.
- Stay updated with best practices and changes in tracheostomy care protocols.
- Promote infection control measures to reduce the risk of complications.
- Support patients in rehabilitation and transition plans postdischarge.
- Act as a resource for staff and family concerns relating to tracheostomy care.
Required Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (RN) licensure.
- Bachelor s degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience preferably in respiratory or critical care.
- Certification in basic life support (BLS) and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS).
- Specialized training in tracheostomy care and management.
- Strong understanding of respiratory anatomy and physiology.
- Experience with ventilatory support and related equipment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team.
- Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) software.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection prevention protocols.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and education.
- Strong critical thinking and problemsolving skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Compassionate and patientcentered approach to care.
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Employment Type
Full Time
Company Industry
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- ICU Experience
- Dermal Fillers
- Experience Administering Injections
- Home Care
- Nursing
- Botox Experience
- Critical Care Experience
- Medication Administration
- Tube Feeding
