Overview
Join our Copper Falls Hospice family as a Hospice Nurse - LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients facing life-limiting illnesses. In this vital role, you will provide expert nursing care, comfort, and emotional support to patients and their families in their homes or care facilities. Your dedication will help ensure dignity, respect, and quality of life during their most vulnerable moments. This position offers an energizing opportunity to apply your clinical skills in a rewarding environment committed to holistic, patient-centered care.
Responsibilities
- Administer medications, including IV infusions and injections, following strict protocols and documentation standards
- Manage complex care plans involving pain management, symptom control, and comfort measures for terminally ill patients
- Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care strategies that align with patient wishes and long-term care regulations
- Provide education and support to patients and families on disease progression, medication administration, and advanced directives
- Maintain accurate medical records using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
- Respond promptly to calls and urgent situations, providing guidance on acute pain management or infectious disease concerns
Qualifications
- Valid licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with current state certification
- Proven experience in hospice care or palliative nursing environments; experience with hospice-specific protocols is highly preferred
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology related to end-of-life care
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities or complex chronic conditions such as dementia or Alzheimer's disease
- Excellent communication skills for caregiver education, client communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Ability to handle sensitive situations with compassion while maintaining clinical accuracy and professionalism
Join us in providing exceptional hospice care that honors the dignity of every individual. Your expertise will help create comfort-filled moments for patients and peace of mind for their loved ones. We are committed to supporting your growth through ongoing training in areas such as acute pain management, infection control, and specialized geriatrics or memory care. Apply today to become part of a dedicated team transforming compassionate nursing into a powerful act of kindness.
Pay: From $66,560.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
