LPN - Long-Term Care Nurse & Charting Specialist

Sweetwater Care; North Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in North Carolina is seeking an LVN/LPN licensed nurse to provide patient care within the scope of practice, following physician orders and center policies. The role emphasizes accurate charting, routine incident reporting, and proactive monitoring of residents' conditions.

You will work with the care team, perform rounds with physicians when needed, and support narcotic counting and medication procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience in long-term care settings.
• Current LVN/LPN license in practicing state.
• BLS/CPR certification or willingness to acquire one.
• Nursing management experience 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 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

LVN/LPN license

BLS/CPR certification

Nursing management experience

Tools

Point click care charting

Job description

Sweetwater Care in North Carolina is seeking an LVN/LPN licensed nurse to provide patient care within the scope of practice, following physician orders and center policies. The role emphasizes accurate charting, routine incident reporting, and proactive monitoring of residents' conditions.

You will work with the care team, perform rounds with physicians when needed, and support narcotic counting and medication procedures.