Hospice LPN - Full Time

Luminos Hospice • Blue Springs, MO

18h

About The Position

The Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse provides compassionate, skilled nursing care to patients receiving hospice services. The LPN responds to patient needs, manages symptoms, and supports patients and families during end-of-life care. Care is provided in patients’ homes or hospice facilities, in coordination with the hospice interdisciplinary team.

This is a full-time position with a Monday–Friday schedule. The role requires an accredited practical nursing education, a current LPN license in the state of practice, a current driver’s license, and reliable transportation with valid auto liability insurance. At least one year of nursing experience is required; hospice or palliative care experience is preferred.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program.
• Current LPN license in the state of practice.
• Current driver’s license.
• Minimum of one year of nursing experience.
• Nursing skills consistent with generally accepted standards of practice.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational habits.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in hospice or palliative care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to hospice patients in their homes or hospice facilities.
• Assess patients’ physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as prescribed by the hospice interdisciplinary team.
• Monitor vital signs, symptoms, and overall condition, and promptly report changes or concerns.
• Communicate with the hospice interdisciplinary team, including physicians, registered nurses, social workers, and chaplains.
• Offer emotional support and comfort to patients and families.
• Accurately and thoroughly document patient care in the electronic medical record.
• Educate and guide patients and families on symptom management, medication administration, and end-of-life care.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers and community resources to support continuity of care.
• Participate in ongoing education and training to maintain licensure and enhance clinical skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, and pet plans available.
• Disability plans available.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• HSA and FSA plans.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• 160 hours of PTO annually.
• Nine paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

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