LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse - Hospice

About the role

Hospice of the Midwest is seeking a passionate, dedicated Hospice LPN to join our team. Our hospice LPNs provide expert, patient-centered care at a critical time in people’s lives.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 care to make a lasting impact on patients and families
• Offer greater work/life balance with flexible scheduling options
• Work less time on your feet compared to other settings
• Enjoy job stability and regular advancement opportunities with a growing company
• Give hands-on care to patients nearing the end of life, following state nursing rules
• Assess the patient’s needs and follow the care plan
• Keep clear and timely records of the care provided
• Teach and support patients and their families about the illness and care plan
• Communicate with the hospice team to coordinate care
• Manage pain and symptoms, checking how well treatments are working
• Take part in training and quality improvement activities to grow professionally and improve care

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program
• Three years nursing experience
• Community health/hospice or medical/surgical experience is preferred
• Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the State
• Comply with accepted professional standards and practice
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order
• Possess and maintain current CPR certification
• Understand the hospice concept and the needs of the terminally ill
• Use own knowledge and experience base and other resources as necessary to make logical decisions and solve problems
• Demonstrate good verbal and written communication, and organization skills

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)
• Tuition discounts & reimbursement
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO
• Mileage reimbursement
• Access to wellness and discount programs such as Noom, SkinIO (Virtual Skin Cancer Screening), childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, travel and entertainment discounts and more

About Our Line of Business

We provide the full spectrum of hospice services, thoughtfully tailored to the individual needs of patients and families. Hospice of the Midwest, an affiliate of Adoration Health, is grounded in a foundational commitment to providing exceptional patient care and championing our agency leadership and teams. We are proud to have expert clinicians and caregivers on our team. We are confident you will find purpose, meaning and a chance to make a positive impact from day one.