Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) $3000 Sign on Bonus

Tri-Cities Chaplaincy•Richland, WA

6h•$31 - $37•Remote

About The Position

As a Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will provide critical nursing care to terminally ill patients in the comfort of their homes. Your primary responsibilities will include assessing patient needs, administering medications, providing emotional support, and ensuring that patients receive high-quality, dignified end-of-life care. You will collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals and family members to create a supportive environment for patients during their final stages of life.

Requirements

Current unrestricted Washington State licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation, as driving is an essential function of this role. Must meet insurance eligibility requirements.
Must have reliable transportation and the ability to independently drive within Tri-Cities Chaplaincy’s service areas to provide in-home patient and family services and support in clients' homes, facilities, and community locations.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen which includes cannabis testing in Washington State.
Certification in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Basic Life Safety (BLS).
2 years of nursing experience.
Ability to report to the assigned work location(s) as scheduled and maintain consistent, reliable attendance.
Demonstrate support and adherence to the agency’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
Maintain reliable personal transportation. Maintain a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance per state requirements.
Satisfy state and agency health requirements by providing proof of immunization, declinations, or approved accommodations as applicable.
Pass criminal background and drug screenings.
Complete agency and departmental orientation and required training programs.
Maintain current licensure(s) and certifications(s) required for the role.
Read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
Be available to work as assigned or scheduled.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in hospice or palliative care preferred.
Bilingual in Spanish and English, with the ability to speak, read, write, and communicate effectively in both languages.

Responsibilities

Assess patient needs.
Administer medications.
Provide emotional support.
Ensure patients receive high-quality, dignified end-of-life care.
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and family members.
Participate in education and outreach activities to promote agency programs, including hospice care, advanced planning, and bereavement services.
Maintain knowledge of and comply with agency policies, procedures, and practices.
Protect patient and agency information per HIPAA guidelines. Only access information on a need-to-know basis.
Complete agency and departmental orientation and required training programs.
Complete ongoing education, policy reviews, and training by designated deadlines.

Benefits

Vacation: Accrued each pay period based on your hours worked.
Sick Leave: Accrued in accordance with Washington State Sick Leave Law.
Wellness Days: After completion of the 90-day introductory period, employees may convert up to two (2) accrued sick days annually into wellness days.
Paid Holidays: Ten (10) paid agency observed holidays per year, available upon hire.
Bereavement Leave: Three (3) days for the loss of an immediate family member. Two (2) days for the loss of a household pet or service animal.
Community Volunteer Day (Yay Day): One (1) paid day annually for volunteer service, granted each January.
Health Insurance Benefits (Effective the first of the month following date of hire): Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
Employer Paid-Benefits: Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance (1x annual salary), Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability.
Voluntary Benefits: Supplemental Life Insurance, AD&D (Additional coverage), and Pet Insurance.
Voluntary Financial Protection Benefits: Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance.
Air Ambulance: Discounted rate for Life Flight.
Retirement 401(K) Plan: Employees may contribute upon hire; employer matching of up to 5% begins the following January or June depending on Hire date after 1 year of employment.
Mileage Reimbursement: $0.72 per mile, for eligible positions. (Subject to change based on IRS rates)
Premium Pay: Bilingual (Spanish) pay premium (subject to proficiency verification through ALTA language services)
Certifications: Certification-based premium pay, as applicable and approved.
Tuition Assistance: Up to $5,250 annually after one (1) year of employment.
Professional Development: Access to continuing education through platforms such as Relias Learning and CAPC.