Respiratory Nurse (Registered Nurse)

Respiratory Nurse (Registered Nurse)

Nivram Management, Inc. – Regional Clinical Role

Nivram Management, Inc. is seeking an experienced and dependable Respiratory Nurse (RN) to support residents across our four long-term care facilities. This regional position will travel between assigned facilities to provide respiratory treatments, oversee respiratory care needs, and collaborate with facility clinical teams to promote quality resident care.

The ideal candidate is an experienced Registered Nurse with strong clinical judgment, excellent documentation skills, and the ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with physicians, nursing leadership, rehabilitation staff, and interdisciplinary care teams.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Flexible scheduling
• Regional clinical role supporting multiple facilities
• Supportive and collaborative clinical leadership
• Opportunities for professional growth

Responsibilities

• Administer respiratory therapies and treatments as ordered by physicians and in accordance with facility protocols
• Assess and monitor residents receiving respiratory treatments and identify changes in condition requiring follow-up
• Identify residents who may benefit from the Inspiratory Spirometer Program (ISP) and collaborate with facility nursing and rehabilitation teams regarding appropriate interventions
• Contact physicians and other healthcare providers to obtain, clarify, or update respiratory-related orders as necessary
• Accurately enter physician orders, treatment documentation, and other required clinical information into PointClickCare (PCC) in real time
• Develop, update, and maintain resident care plans related to respiratory and ISP treatments
• Monitor resident participation and progress with respiratory treatment programs
• Communicate treatment plans, changes, concerns, and resident progress to nursing leadership and the interdisciplinary care team
• Collaborate with nursing, rehabilitation, physicians, and other clinical staff to promote continuity of care
• Travel between assigned facilities to provide respiratory services and clinical support
• Assist facility teams in maintaining appropriate respiratory-care documentation and practices
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with facility and regulatory requirements
• Ensure respiratory care is provided in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, and applicable federal and state requirements
• Promote resident safety, dignity, comfort, and quality of care

Qualifications

• Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois
• Minimum of 1–2 years of nursing experience in a skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute setting preferred
• Respiratory or pulmonary care experience in a skilled nursing or post-acute environment strongly preferred
• Proficiency with PointClickCare (PCC) required
• Ability to accurately enter, review, and update physician orders and clinical documentation
• Current CPR/BLS certification required
• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Comfortable communicating directly with physicians, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary team members
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities across multiple locations
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel between assigned facilities required
• Must meet applicable health and background requirements

Schedule

• Flexible scheduling
• Regional travel required between designated facilities
• Schedule may vary based on resident and facility needs

Work Setting

Regional Clinical Services | Skilled Nursing | Long-Term Care | Respiratory Care

This position supports Central Nursing Home, Balmoral Nursing Home, Paul House & Health Care Center, and Winston Manor in the Chicago area.

Nivram Management, Inc. is looking for a Respiratory Nurse who is clinically strong, organized, and comfortable working across multiple facilities. This role is an opportunity to provide specialized respiratory support while partnering directly with facility nursing teams to improve continuity and quality of resident care.