LPN/LVN: Long-Term Care Nurse with Charting

Sweetwater Care; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Denver, CO is seeking an attentive LVN/LPN to provide nursing care within scope and ensure patient needs are met per standards and physician orders. The role emphasizes compassionate care in a long-term care setting and adherence to center policies and local guidelines.

The ideal candidate has long-term care experience and an active LVN/LPN license in the state, with ability to document changes in patient conditions, follow charting procedures, and participate in rounds with

Qualifications

• Must hold active LVN/LPN license in the state of practice.
• Long-term care experience required.
• 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.

Skills

Long Term Care experience

Education

LPN/LVN license

Tools

PointClickCare

Job description

Sweetwater Care in Denver, CO is seeking an attentive LVN/LPN to provide nursing care within scope and ensure patient needs are met per standards and physician orders. The role emphasizes compassionate care in a long-term care setting and adherence to center policies and local guidelines.

The ideal candidate has long-term care experience and an active LVN/LPN license in the state, with ability to document changes in patient conditions, follow charting procedures, and participate in rounds with