Licensed Practical Nurse — Patient Care Leader in LTC

Sweetwater Care; South Dakota; On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care is seeking an LPN to provide nursing care within the scope of practice, following physician orders, center policies, and state guidelines. The role emphasizes timely medication administration, patient education, and collaboration with physicians.

New graduates are encouraged to apply, with long-term care experience preferred. Prior nursing management experience is a plus, and familiarity with PointClickCare charting is valued.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active LPN license in the state.
• Long-term care experience preferred, not required.
• New graduates encouraged to apply.
• Nursing management experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications timely and per facility policy.
• Administer treatments in accordance with facility policy.
• Receive, transcribe and carry out physician orders as allowed by Nurse Practice Act.
• Make rounds with physicians when necessary.
• Notify other departments of patient changes (room changes, LOA, admits, discharge).
• Conduct family and patient education.

Skills

Nursing management experience

Geriatric care

Education

LPN license (state)

Tools

PointClickCare charting

Job description

Sweetwater Care is seeking an LPN to provide nursing care within the scope of practice, following physician orders, center policies, and state guidelines. The role emphasizes timely medication administration, patient education, and collaboration with physicians.

New graduates are encouraged to apply, with long-term care experience preferred. Prior nursing management experience is a plus, and familiarity with PointClickCare charting is valued.