Senior LVN: LTC Care & Charting Specialist

Sweetwater Care; Dillon (MT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care is seeking an experienced licensed practical nurse (LPN/LVN) to provide nursing care within the scope of practice and in accordance with standards, physician orders, and center policies. The role requires LTC experience, a current LVN/LPN license, and BLS/CPR certification or willingness to obtain one.

Prior nursing management experience is preferred but not required. You will perform charting using Point Click Care, adhere to narcotic counting procedures, and monitor patient

Qualifications

• Long Term Care experience required.
• 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 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

LTC experience

LPN/LVN license

BLS/CPR

Nursing management

Charting software

Tools

Point Click Care

Job description

Sweetwater Care is seeking an experienced licensed practical nurse (LPN/LVN) to provide nursing care within the scope of practice and in accordance with standards, physician orders, and center policies. The role requires LTC experience, a current LVN/LPN license, and BLS/CPR certification or willingness to obtain one.

Prior nursing management experience is preferred but not required. You will perform charting using Point Click Care, adhere to narcotic counting procedures, and monitor patient