LVN: Skilled Nursing, Patient Education & Care

Sweetwater Care; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care seeks a licensed LPN to provide nursing care within scope and to adhere to facility policies. The role includes medication administration, patient education, rounds with physicians, and active participation in quality improvement programs.

The ideal candidate has SNF/LTC experience, minimum one year in nursing management preferred, and strong teamwork to ensure patient-centered care in our settings.

Qualifications

• Licensed LPN in the applicable state.
• One year nursing management experience preferred.
• SNF/LTC experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge and use of the Infection Control Manual.
• Participates in and assists with the Quality Improvement Program.
• Uses the Quality Life Manual for patient placement and monitoring.
• Notifies departments of patient changes (room changes, LOA, admissions, discharge).
• Educates patients and families.
• Administers medications timely per facility policy.
• Administers treatments timely per facility policy.
• Receives, transcribes, and carries out physician orders as allowed by Nurse Practice Act.
• Makes rounds with physicians when necessary.

Skills

Nursing care

Medication administration

Patient education

Education

LPN license

Job description

Sweetwater Care seeks a licensed LPN to provide nursing care within scope and to adhere to facility policies. The role includes medication administration, patient education, rounds with physicians, and active participation in quality improvement programs.

The ideal candidate has SNF/LTC experience, minimum one year in nursing management preferred, and strong teamwork to ensure patient-centered care in our settings.