Travel LPN/LVN Nurse — Long-Term Care Contract

Sweetwater Care; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweetwater Care in Houston, TX is seeking an LVN/LPN to provide nursing care within scope of practice, following physician orders and center policies. The role requires current licensure and BLS/CPR certification or willingness to obtain.

The position emphasizes charting accuracy, medication handling, and collaboration with physicians. Prior long-term care and PCC charting experience are preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Experience in long-term care settings.
• Proficient with PCC charting.
• Hold a current LVN/LPN license in the practicing state.
• BLS/CPR certification or willingness to acquire.
• Nursing management experience 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 loss, etc.).
• Utilizes the Quality Life Manual for patient identification and monitoring.
• Documents room changes, LOA, new admits, or discharges and notifies departments.
• Might rounds with physicians when necessary.

Skills

Long Term Care experience

BLS/CPR certification

Education

LVN/LPN license in practicing state

Tools

Point Click Care charting

Job description

Sweetwater Care in Houston, TX is seeking an LVN/LPN to provide nursing care within scope of practice, following physician orders and center policies. The role requires current licensure and BLS/CPR certification or willingness to obtain.

The position emphasizes charting accuracy, medication handling, and collaboration with physicians. Prior long-term care and PCC charting experience are preferred but not required.