Licensed Vocational Nurse - Long-Term Care

Sweetwater Care; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

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

The ideal candidate holds an LVN license in California, has long-term care experience, and is comfortable with Point Click Care charting. A nursing management background is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Must hold an LVN license in California.
• 1 year of nursing management experience preferred.
• Experience in long-term care required.
• Experience with Point Click Care charting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge and appropriate use of the Infection Control Manual.
• Understands and assists in implementing the Quality Improvement Program.
• Utilizes the Quality Life Manual for patient placement and monitoring.
• Notifies departments of patient changes (room changes, LOA, new admits, discharge).
• Conducts family and patient education.
• Administers medications timely and according to facility policy.
• Administers treatments timely and according to facility policy.
• Receives, transcribes, and carries out physician orders when allowed by Nurse Practice Act.
• Makes rounds with physicians when necessary.

Skills

Nurse management

Long-term care experience

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - California

Tools

Point Click Care

Job description

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

The ideal candidate holds an LVN license in California, has long-term care experience, and is comfortable with Point Click Care charting. A nursing management background is preferred but not required.