LVN

Southwest LTC; Tuttle (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest LTC is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for our Tuttle Care Center in Tuttle, OK. The LPN will provide direct nursing care, administer medications, monitor residents, and support care plans under supervision of the RN or Director of Nursing.

Responsibilities include supervising CNAs, maintaining documentation, and ensuring infection control and safety standards while delivering compassionate care to residents.

Qualifications

• LPN/LVN license in the state of employment.
• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Experience in long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents per care plans and physician orders.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Monitor vital signs, conditions, and responses to treatment.
• Report changes to the RN or physician.
• Assist with development and implementation of individualized care plans.
• Supervise and support CNAs.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation.
• Ensure infection control and safety standards.
• Respond to resident needs and emergencies.
• Participate in shift reports and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Provide compassionate care while maintaining resident dignity and privacy.

Skills

Clinical skills

Medication administration

Communication & teamwork

Condition monitoring

Documentation & organization

Education

LPN/LVN license

Graduate of accredited practical nursing program

CPR certification

Job description

Job Location: Tuttle Care Center - Tuttle, OK 73089. Position Type: Full Time. Job Category: Health Care. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care to residents in a skilled nursing facility under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Director of Nursing. The LPN is responsible for administering medications, monitoring resident health, assisting with care plans, and ensuring high-quality care in accordance with facility policies and state regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents in accordance with care plans and physician orders.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Monitor residents’ vital signs, conditions, and responses to treatment.
• Report changes in resident condition to the Registered Nurse or physician.
• Assist with the development and implementation of individualized care plans.
• Supervise and support Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with infection control and safety standards.
• Respond to resident needs and emergencies.
• Participate in shift reports and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Provide compassionate care while maintaining resident dignity and privacy.

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of employment.
• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing preferred.
• Current CPR certification required.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong clinical and patient care skills
• Medication administration knowledge
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to monitor and respond to changes in resident condition
• Strong documentation and organizational skills