LPN - Long-Term Care Nurse with Charting Expertise

Sweetwater Care

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Sweetwater Care is seeking a licensed practical nurse to provide nursing care within scope of practice, ensuring needs are met according to standards and guidelines. The role requires long-term care experience, PCC charting proficiency, and an active LVN/LPN license in the practicing state, with BLS/CPR certification or willingness to obtain it.

Nursing management experience is a plus. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and care teams to maintain high-quality patient care and

Qualifications

Long Term Care experience.
BLS/CPR certification or willingness to acquire one.
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 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.