Hospice Nurse-LPN CC
About The Position
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Hospice Care Location: Dayton, OH and surrounding areas Schedule: 3x12-Hour Shifts/Week (Includes Every Other Weekend) Join a Hospice Team That Leads With Heart® For Patients, Families, and You At Day City Hospice, we are a locally operated, Ohio-based hospice provider committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life care. Our leadership team brings deep healthcare experience and a mission to provide care that is personal, responsive, and rooted in the Dayton community. We believe the best patient care happens when caregivers are supported. That’s why we offer manageable caseloads, realistic expectations, and a collaborative culture –so you can focus on what matters most: delivering meaningful care to patients and families.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Practical/Vocational Nursing (LPN/LVN) program
- Current LPN/LVN license in the state of Ohio
- Minimum 3 years of nursing experience (hospice, home health, med-surg, or community health preferred)
- Current BLS certification
- Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance
- Understanding of hospice philosophy and end-of-life care
Nice To Haves
- Experience in hospice or palliative care
- Familiarity with home-based care and EMR systems
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act and hospice standards
- Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and implement individualized plans of care
- Deliver skilled nursing services focused on comfort, dignity, and quality of life
- Administer and monitor pain and symptom management interventions
- Educate patients and families on disease progression, care plans, and symptom control
- Document patient care accurately and timely within electronic medical records (EMR)
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure coordinated, holistic care
- Evaluate patient responses and adjust care plans as needed
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (effective first of the month)
- 401(k) with generous company match
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Mileage reimbursement
- Tuition reimbursement and career development opportunities
- Hospice certification support + salary increase upon completion
- Employee referral bonus program
- Merit-based pay increases
- Employee discount programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
