What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN/LPN position at Sweetwater Care?
Provides nursing care within scope of practice to ensure residents' needs are met in accordance with standards of practice, physician orders, center policies, as well as state, federal, and local guidelines.
QUALIFICATIONS
Current LVN/LPN or RN license in practicing state.
Current BLS/CPR certification or willingness to acquire one.
Experience in nursing LTC 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 residents' 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 residents 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.