Licensed Vocational Nurse - Geriatric Care & Charting

Sweetwater Care; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care is seeking a qualified LVN/LPN to provide nursing care in a long-term care setting, overseeing patient needs within scope of practice and adherent to policies and guidelines. The role includes charting, assessments, and coordination with the care team.

Responsibilities include monitoring changes in patient conditions, reporting incidents, and collaborating with physicians during rounds; prior LTC experience and a current LVN/LPN license are required, with BLS/CPR certification

Qualifications

• Long Term Care experience required.
• Current LVN/LPN license in practicing state.
• Current BLS/CPR certification or willingness to acquire 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 nutritional problems, infections, skin conditions, weight loss or 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 experience

Nursing experience

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LVN/LPN) license

BLS/CPR certification

Tools

Point Click Care

Job description

Sweetwater Care is seeking a qualified LVN/LPN to provide nursing care in a long-term care setting, overseeing patient needs within scope of practice and adherent to policies and guidelines. The role includes charting, assessments, and coordination with the care team.

Responsibilities include monitoring changes in patient conditions, reporting incidents, and collaborating with physicians during rounds; prior LTC experience and a current LVN/LPN license are required, with BLS/CPR certification