**Overview** **Compassionate Hospice Care. Supporting Patients. Comforting Families.** We are looking for a compassionate Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team. Reporting directly to the Administrator or Executive Director, you will play a vital role in delivering hands-on hospice care to patients and families in their homes, assisted living, or facility settings. Your dedication will help provide comfort and support during the most critical moments of life. **As a Hospice LPN, You Will:** + Provide direct nursing care services to hospice patients, supporting both patients and their families. + Assist the interdisciplinary team in assessing patient/family needs and contribute to the execution of individualized care plans. + Report any changes in patient conditions promptly to the Registered Nurse and care team. + Deliver empathetic care aligned with each patient’s unique plan of care. + Serve as a trusted resource to families, offering support during difficult times. **Responsibilities:** + Provide skilled bedside nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, following established nursing protocols and the Nurse Practice Act. + Monitor patients actively and document any changes in condition, reporting as necessary. + Administer medications and treatments according to the plan of care. + Participate in infection control practices and standard precautions. + Support bereavement activities and closure contacts with families as assigned. + Participate in on-call duties and respond to patient needs during scheduled visits or emergencies. + May assist with death pronouncements per state law and under RN supervision. + Collaborate closely with hospice aides and other team members to ensure comprehensive care delivery. **About You** **Qualifications:** + Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program. + Current LPN/LVN license in the state of employment. + Minimum 2 years of LPN experience in hospice, oncology, long-term care, or home health; 3-5 years preferred. + CPR certification required. + Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance. **Skills and Knowledge:** + Understanding of hospice care principles and the unique needs of terminally ill patients and their families. + Excellent patient assessment and clinical skills. + Strong communication and documentation abilities. + Familiarity with regulatory guidelines including Medicare, Medicaid, CMS, and JCAHO standards. + Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team. **We Offer** **Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):** + Competitive Pay + 401(k) with Company Match + Career Advancement Opportunities + National & Local Recognition Programs + Teammate Assistance Fund **Additional Full-Time Benefits:** + Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance + Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program + Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays + Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care) + Education Support & Tuition Assistance + Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) + Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance + Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC) **Apply today to be part of a team dedicated to expanding access, building partnerships, and transforming hospice care. Help us provide compassionate care when it matters most.** **Legalese** + This is a safety-sensitive position + Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits + Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements + We are proud to be an EEO employer + We maintain a drug-free workplace Keywords: _hospice LPN jobs_ , _licensed practical nurse hospice_ , _LPN end-of-life care_ , _home health nurse LPN_ , _LVN hospice care_ ReqID: 2025-126906 Category: LPNs/LVNs Position Type: Flex/Per Diem Company: Gentiva Hospice