Long Term Care LPN
Job Description
Casper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center | Casper, Wyoming
Why Join Casper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center?At Casper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center, you’re not just accepting a nursing position—you’re joining a team that values your clinical expertise, supports your professional development, and recognizes the meaningful difference you make in the lives of our residents every day.
'14; Supportive, team-oriented clinical environment
'14; Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
'14; Leadership that values and listens to staff
'14; Meaningful work where your nursing skills directly impact resident outcomes
Casper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and clinically skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our skilled nursing team.
As an LPN, you will provide direct nursing care, administer medications and treatments, monitor resident conditions, and support the coordination of individualized care. You will work closely with Registered Nurses, CNAs, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure residents receive safe, timely, and person-centered care.
Our LPNs are trusted members of the clinical team who provide both hands-on nursing care and frontline leadership. This position is ideal for a nurse who values resident relationships, teamwork, clinical excellence, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every shift.
Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Care & Resident Oversight
Provide direct nursing care in accordance with individualized care plans, physician orders, facility policies, and established clinical standards
Monitor residents for changes in physical, cognitive, behavioral, and functional condition and promptly communicate significant findings
Administer prescribed medications, treatments, and therapeutic interventions within the LPN scope of practice
Monitor resident responses to medications, treatments, and nursing interventions
Obtain and evaluate clinical information, including vital signs and other resident observations, as appropriate
Notify the appropriate RN, physician, provider, or nursing leadership of significant changes in resident condition
Assist with admissions, readmissions, transfers, and discharges as assigned
Ensure physician orders, treatments, and nursing interventions are implemented accurately and timely
Respond appropriately to urgent resident needs and emergency situations in accordance with established procedures
Promote resident dignity, independence, comfort, preferences, and quality of life
Nursing Leadership & Team Support
Supervise, delegate, and provide clinical direction to CNAs and other nursing support personnel within applicable scope of practice
Monitor completion and quality of assigned resident care
Provide guidance, coaching, and support to CNAs and other members of the nursing team
Promote accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and respectful communication
Assist with maintaining appropriate workflow and resident-care priorities throughout the shift
Communicate staffing, resident-care, performance, and safety concerns to nursing leadership
Support the orientation and development of new nursing team members as assigned
Serve as a clinical resource and positive role model for nursing support staff
Care Coordination & Communication
Collaborate with Registered Nurses, physicians, therapy, pharmacy, dietary, social services, and other interdisciplinary team members to coordinate resident care
Communicate changes in resident condition and treatment needs to appropriate members of the care team
Participate in resident care planning and interdisciplinary meetings as assigned
Provide residents and families with appropriate education regarding medications, treatments, and care needs
Maintain professional and compassionate communication with residents and responsible parties
Ensure effective shift-to-shift communication to promote continuity and consistency of care
Follow through on physician orders, laboratory results, diagnostic findings, and clinical recommendations as appropriate to the position
Documentation & Regulatory Compliance
Maintain accurate, complete, and timely documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR)
Document medications, treatments, resident observations, changes in condition, physician notifications, and nursing interventions as required
Maintain compliance with applicable CMS requirements, Wyoming regulations, facility policies, and professional nursing standards
Protect resident rights, privacy, dignity, confidentiality, and personal preferences
Immediately report accidents, incidents, allegations, safety concerns, and other reportable events according to facility policy
Support ongoing survey readiness through accurate documentation and consistent adherence to established clinical practices
Quality & Resident Safety
Follow infection prevention and control practices, including hand hygiene, PPE requirements, and applicable transmission-based precautions
Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities as assigned
Support facility initiatives related to fall prevention, infection prevention, skin integrity, medication safety, and reduction of avoidable hospitalizations
Identify potential resident safety risks and take appropriate action within scope of practice
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe resident-care environment
Promote a culture of clinical accountability, resident safety, and continuous improvement
Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program
Current, active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing in the State of Wyoming
Current CPR or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Previous skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, or post-acute nursing experience preferred
New graduate LPNs who meet applicable licensing requirements are encouraged to apply
Strong clinical observation, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills
Ability to recognize and appropriately respond to changes in resident condition
Ability to appropriately supervise, delegate, and support nursing assistants
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and time-management abilities
Ability to manage multiple clinical priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment
Compassionate and professional approach to caring for older adults and individuals with complex healthcare needs
Commitment to resident-centered care, regulatory compliance, teamwork, and positive clinical outcomes
Competitive compensation
401(k) retirement plan
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Care Cash Program
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Professional development opportunities
Opportunities for career advancement
Supportive and collaborative work environment
At Casper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center, we are committed to developing nurses who want to build meaningful and rewarding careers in long-term and post-acute care.
Whether you are beginning your nursing career, strengthening your clinical expertise, pursuing your RN, or preparing for future leadership opportunities such as Charge Nurse, Unit Manager, Assistant Director of Nursing, or Director of Nursing, we strive to provide opportunities for continued learning and professional advancement.
About UsCasper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center proudly serves the Casper, Wyoming community by providing skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, and post-acute services focused on compassion, dignity, safety, and clinical excellence.
We believe exceptional resident care begins with an exceptional team. We foster a workplace where employees are respected, supported, held to high professional standards, and empowered to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.
Apply TodayIf you are a compassionate and dependable LPN who wants to practice in an environment where your clinical judgment, leadership, and dedication are valued, we want to hear from you.
Apply today to join Casper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center and become part of a nursing team where your work truly matters.
Equal Opportunity EmployerCasper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Reasonable AccommodationCasper Mountain Rehabilitation & Care Center is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. Applicants requiring assistance should contact Human Resources.
Physical RequirementsAbility to assist with lifting, transferring, repositioning, and mobility needs of residents using appropriate assistance and equipment
Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform nursing duties for extended periods
Ability to conduct resident rounds and provide direct nursing care throughout the facility
Ability to safely operate applicable clinical and resident-care equipment
Ability to respond promptly and effectively to changes in resident condition and emergency situations
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
