Hospice Licensed Nurse (LPN/LVN)

VitalCaring Group • Covington, LA

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About The Position

VitalCaring is seeking a Hospice Licensed Nurse (LPN/LVN) to provide compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life care that supports comfort, dignity, and peace for patients and their families. The nurse provides direct care and implements individualized plans under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, while working with an interdisciplinary care team that includes RNs, aides, social workers, chaplains, and therapy partners.

The role includes managing pain and symptoms, supporting daily care needs, educating patients and families, documenting care in the EMR, and communicating changes in condition to the RN and care team. The nurse follows clinical standards and infection control protocols, participates in quality improvement and care coordination, and continues professional development through training and education. VitalCaring describes the position as offering autonomy with clinical team support and flexibility intended to support work-life balance.

Requirements

• Active LPN/LVN license in the state of practice.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and emotional intelligence.
• Genuine passion for patient-centered, end-of-life care.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance.

Nice To Haves

• 1–3+ years of nursing experience preferred, including hospice, home health, or med-surg experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act, focusing on end-of-life support.
• Implement individualized plans of care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Deliver pain and symptom management, monitoring and adjusting care based on patient response.
• Support patients with daily care needs while ensuring comfort, dignity, and safety.
• Educate patients and families about disease progression, medications, and comfort measures.
• Document care accurately and promptly in the EMR.
• Communicate changes in patient condition to the RN and care team.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary partners, including RNs, HHAs, social workers, chaplains, and therapy.
• Participate in care planning and coordination to ensure holistic support.
• Follow hospice best practices and clinical standards.
• Use equipment properly and adhere to infection control protocols.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and team development.
• Continue professional growth through training and education.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Pharmacy benefits.
• Virtual and mental health support.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and health savings account (HSA).
• Supplemental health and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee referral program.
• Prepaid legal plans.
• Identity theft protection.
• Generous paid time off.
• Pet insurance.
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed