Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Hiring Immediately

Sweetwater Care; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to work under the DON, delivering holistic nursing care in line with standards and regulations. The LPN leads licensed and non-professional staff in resident care and support functions.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, care plan development, medication administration, monitoring, and emergency response, with emphasis on clear communication with patients and families.

Qualifications

• Active, non-probationary LPN license is required.
• CPR certification required.
• Background screening, licensure verification, reference check, and drug testing may be conducted.
• Ability to move, lift, and transfer a minimum of 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document patient assessments across physical, psychosocial, ethnic, cultural, and spiritual needs.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans with patient and care team.
• Administer medications and treatments and provide patient education.
• Monitor patient status, identify changes, and respond to emergencies.
• Delegate tasks and supervise nonprofessional staff.
• Adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and infection control standards.
• Maintain clear communication with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Complete shift duties and provide accurate patient reports.
• Participate in peer review and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Patient care

Nursing assessments

Documentation

Education

LPN license

CPR Certification

Job description

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works under the direction of the Director of Nursing (DON) to provide quality, holistic nursing care in accordance with nursing practice standards and health care regulations that govern the practice of professional nursing. LPNs lead and direct licensed and non-professional staff in the delivery of direct resident care and support functions as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and document patient assessments, including physical, psychosocial, ethnic, cultural, and spiritual needs.

• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans in collaboration with the patient and care team.

• Administer medications and treatments, and provide patient education.

• Monitor patient status, identify significant changes, and respond quickly to emergencies.

• Delegate tasks and supervise nonprofessional staff.

• Adhere to all hospital policies, procedures, and safety standards, including infection control.

• Maintain clear and effective communication with patients, families, and the healthcare team.

• Complete shift duties efficiently and provide accurate patient reports.

• Participate in peer review and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Active, Non-Probationary LPN License

• Active, Class-Instructed CPR Certification

• Background Screening, Licensure Verification (if applicable), Reference Check, Drug Testing

• Employee Health Screening (Conducted after Hire)

• Ability to Move, Lift and Transfer a minimum of 50 Pounds