LPN/LVN - Long-Term Care Nurse & Charting Expert

Sweetwater Care; Ceres (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care is seeking an LVN/LPN to provide nursing care within scope of practice in a long-term care setting in California. You will perform charting, monitor patient status, and collaborate with physicians during rounds.

The role requires an active LVN/LPN license in California and a current BLS/CPR certification, with preference for candidates who have managed nursing teams. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Long Term Care experience required.
• PointClickCare charting experience required.
• Active LVN/LPN license in practicing state.
• Current BLS/CPR certification or willingness to acquire.
• Nursing management experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Follows established procedure for charting and incident reporting.
• Follows procedures for narcotic counting, pharmacy orders, and restraint reduction.
• Documents changes in patient conditions (nutrition, infections, skin issues, weight, etc.).
• Uses Quality Life Manual to identify, place, and monitor patients in programs.
• Documents room changes, LOA, admits, or discharges and notifies departments.
• Rounds with physicians when necessary.

Skills

Long Term Care experience

Nursing management experience

CPR/BLS readiness

Education

LVN/LPN license (California)

BLS/CPR certification

Tools

PointClickCare charting

Job description

Sweetwater Care is seeking an LVN/LPN to provide nursing care within scope of practice in a long-term care setting in California. You will perform charting, monitor patient status, and collaborate with physicians during rounds.

The role requires an active LVN/LPN license in California and a current BLS/CPR certification, with preference for candidates who have managed nursing teams. Equal opportunity employer.