Compassionate LPN - Long-Term Care | Charting

Sweetwater Care; Dover (VT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Vermont is seeking a dedicated LVN/LPN to provide nursing care within scope of practice, following physicians' orders and center policies to meet residents' needs.

The role involves charting, incident reporting, and collaboration with the care team; BLS/CPR certification is required or willingness to obtain it, with preference for prior long-term care and management experience.

Qualifications

• Long Term Care experience is required.
• PointClickCare charting experience is preferred.
• Current LVN/LPN license in practicing state.
• Current BLS/CPR certification or willingness to acquire one.
• Experience in nursing management is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Follows established procedure for charting and incident reporting.
• Follows company procedures for narcotic counting, pharmacy orders, and restraint reduction.
• Documents any change in patient's conditions including but not limited to nutritional problems, infections, skin conditions, weight loss or any other noticeable changes.
• Utilizes the Quality Life Manual for identification, placement, and monitoring of patients in the appropriate programs.
• Document and notify applicable departments of any patient's room changes, LOA, new admits, or discharges.
• Makes rounds with physicians when necessary.

Skills

Long Term Care experience

Education

LVN/LPN license

BLS/CPR certification

Tools

PointClickCare charting

Job description

Sweetwater Care in Vermont is seeking a dedicated LVN/LPN to provide nursing care within scope of practice, following physicians' orders and center policies to meet residents' needs.

The role involves charting, incident reporting, and collaboration with the care team; BLS/CPR certification is required or willingness to obtain it, with preference for prior long-term care and management experience.