Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse

Compassionate Hospice Care. We are looking for a compassionate Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team. Reporting directly to the Administrator or Executive Director, you will play a vital role in delivering hands-on hospice care to patients and families in their homes, assisted living, or facility settings. Your dedication will help provide comfort and support during the most critical moments of life.

As a Hospice LPN, You Will:

Provide direct nursing care services to hospice patients, supporting both patients and their families.

Assist the interdisciplinary team in assessing patient/family needs and contribute to the execution of individualized care plans.

Report any changes in patient conditions promptly to the Registered Nurse and care team.

Deliver empathetic care aligned with each patient's unique plan of care.

Serve as a trusted resource to families, offering support during difficult times.

Provide skilled bedside nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, following established nursing protocols and the Nurse Practice Act.

Monitor patients actively and document any changes in condition, reporting as necessary.

Administer medications and treatments according to the plan of care.

Participate in infection control practices and standard precautions.

Participate in on-call duties and respond to patient needs during scheduled visits or emergencies.

May assist with death pronouncements per state law and under RN supervision.

Collaborate closely with hospice aides and other team members to ensure comprehensive care delivery.

Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.

Current LPN/LVN license in the state of employment.

Minimum 2 years of LPN experience in hospice, oncology, long-term care, or home health; Understanding of hospice care principles and the unique needs of terminally ill patients and their families.

Familiarity with regulatory guidelines including Medicare, Medicaid, CMS, and JCAHO standards.

Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):

~ National & Local Recognition Programs

~ Additional Full-Time Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program

Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays

Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)

Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Apply today to be part of a team dedicated to expanding access, building partnerships, and transforming hospice care. Help us provide compassionate care when it matters most.

Heartland Hospice

At Heartland Hospice, part of Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.

Our place is by the side of those who need us from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.

Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:

Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon

Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care

Home health care: Heartland Home Health

Illumia Health

With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.