Compassionate LVN/LPN for Long-Term Care

Sweetwater Care; Oakdale (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care is seeking an experienced LVN/LPN to provide nursing care in a long-term care setting. The role requires PCC charting proficiency, current LVN/LPN licensure, and BLS/CPR certification. Experience in nursing management is a plus.

The position is on-site in California, with responsibilities including rounds with physicians as needed and strict adherence to charting, narcotics, and patient safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience in long-term care settings.
• Experience with Point Click Care charting.
• Active LVN/LPN license in the practicing state.
• Current BLS/CPR certification or willingness to obtain 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

PCC Charting

LVN/LPN License

BLS/CPR

Nursing Management

Job description

Sweetwater Care is seeking an experienced LVN/LPN to provide nursing care in a long-term care setting. The role requires PCC charting proficiency, current LVN/LPN licensure, and BLS/CPR certification. Experience in nursing management is a plus.

The position is on-site in California, with responsibilities including rounds with physicians as needed and strict adherence to charting, narcotics, and patient safety procedures.