Compassionate LVN Nurse for Long-Term Care Team

Sweetwater Care; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Butte, MT is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN/LVN) to provide nursing care within scope of practice, following physician orders and center policies. The role requires long term care experience, PCC charting, current LPN/LVN license in practicing state, and BLS/CPR certification; nursing management experience is a plus.

You will participate in rounds with physicians as needed and ensure documentation of patient changes, adherence to procedures, and quality of life

Qualifications

• Requires active LPN/LVN license in practicing state.
• Experience with long-term care settings and patient monitoring.
• Proficiency with PointClickCare charting software.
• Current BLS/CPR certification or willingness to obtain.
• Nursing management experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Follows established procedures for charting and incident reporting.
• Follows procedures for narcotic counting, pharmacy orders, and restraint reduction.
• Documents patient condition changes (nutrition, infections, skin issues, weight, etc.).
• Uses Quality Life Manual to identify, place, and monitor patients in programs.
• Document and notify departments of room changes, LOA, admits, or discharges.
• Makes rounds with physicians when necessary.

Skills

Long Term Care experience

PCC charting

LPN/LVN license

BLS/CPR certification

Nursing management (preferred)

Job description

Sweetwater Care in Butte, MT is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN/LVN) to provide nursing care within scope of practice, following physician orders and center policies. The role requires long term care experience, PCC charting, current LPN/LVN license in practicing state, and BLS/CPR certification; nursing management experience is a plus.

You will participate in rounds with physicians as needed and ensure documentation of patient changes, adherence to procedures, and quality of life