LPN: Compassionate Long-Term Care Nurse

Sweetwater Care; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Sioux Falls, SD seeks an LVN/LPN to provide nursing care within the scope of practice, following physician orders and center policies. The role emphasizes compassionate patient support and adherence to state and federal guidelines.

The ideal candidate has long-term care experience, familiar with Point Click Care charting, and holds an active LVN/LPN license in the practicing state, with current BLS/CPR certification or willingness to obtain. Leadership experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in long-term care settings.
• Familiarity with Point Click Care charting system.
• Active LVN/LPN license in practicing state.
• Current BLS/CPR certification or willingness to obtain.
• Nursing management experience 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 but not limited to nutritional problems, infections, skin conditions, weight loss or any 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

Education

LVN/LPN license

Tools

Point Click Care charting

Job description

Sweetwater Care in Sioux Falls, SD seeks an LVN/LPN to provide nursing care within the scope of practice, following physician orders and center policies. The role emphasizes compassionate patient support and adherence to state and federal guidelines.

The ideal candidate has long-term care experience, familiar with Point Click Care charting, and holds an active LVN/LPN license in the practicing state, with current BLS/CPR certification or willingness to obtain. Leadership experience is a plus.