Contract LVN: LTC Nurse with QA & Med Admin

Sweetwater Care; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in California seeks a licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) with leadership potential to oversee patient care within the facility. The role emphasizes adherence to infection control, QA initiatives, and timely administration of medications and treatments under physician orders.

The position requires CA LVN licensure and preferred experience in long-term care settings, with familiarity in Point Click Care charting. Strong communication with families and staff is essential.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed LVN in California.
• One year of nursing management experience preferred.
• Experience in SNF/LTC settings preferred.
• Long term care experience.
• Point Click Care charting experience.

Responsibilities

• Follows Infection Control Manual to ensure patient safety.
• Participates in Quality Improvement Program.
• Uses Quality Life Manual for patient placement and monitoring.
• Notifies departments of patient changes (e.g., room changes, admissions, discharges).
• Educates family and patients.
• Administers medications timely and according to facility policy.
• Administers treatments timely and according to facility policy.
• Receives, transcribes, and carries out physician orders as allowed by Nurse Practice Act.
• Makes rounds with physicians when necessary.

Skills

Nursing management

Patient education

Medication administration

Documentation

Education

LVN California license

Tools

Point Click Care

Job description

Sweetwater Care in California seeks a licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) with leadership potential to oversee patient care within the facility. The role emphasizes adherence to infection control, QA initiatives, and timely administration of medications and treatments under physician orders.

The position requires CA LVN licensure and preferred experience in long-term care settings, with familiarity in Point Click Care charting. Strong communication with families and staff is essential.