Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Nights - Hospice
About The Position
The Care Team Hospice is seeking a compassionate and dependable Licensed Practical Nurse to provide hands-on nursing care to hospice patients during night shifts. The LPN works under the direction of a Registered Nurse and alongside physicians, caregivers, and an interdisciplinary team to support patients and families throughout the hospice journey. The role focuses on skilled nursing care, monitoring patient needs, symptom management, and helping ensure comfort and dignity. The schedule is 10–12-hour shifts, 3–4 nights per week. This is a field role based in the Dover Hospice (Homestead) location in New Philadelphia, Ohio.
Requirements
- Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
- Previous nursing experience required.
- Strong clinical assessment, communication, and patient care skills.
- Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current automobile insurance.
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) screening.
- Current CPR certification.
- Current TB testing in accordance with agency policy.
Nice To Haves
- Hospice, home health, long-term care, or skilled nursing experience preferred.
- Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide skilled nursing care under the direction of the Registered Nurse and follow each patient’s individualized plan of care.
- Monitor patient conditions, recognize changes in health status, and communicate clinical updates to the care team.
- Assist with symptom management, medication administration, treatments, and patient comfort measures.
- Complete accurate and timely documentation of patient care and observations in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Collaborate with physicians, Registered Nurses, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary team to deliver compassionate, high-quality hospice care.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance; benefit eligibility is based on status.
- Career Path Program with opportunities for advancement and increased compensation.
- Paid time off and paid holidays; benefit eligibility is based on status.
- Tuition reimbursement and certification assistance.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Additional voluntary coverage.
- Total rewards package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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