At St. Luke’s, we are committed to delivering compassionate, high‑quality hospice care that honors dignity, comfort, and patient‑centered values. Our Hospice team supports patients and families through the end‑of‑life journey by providing skilled care in the home and community setting.
In this role, the Hospice LPN provides direct patient care within the scope of practical nursing under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse or licensed provider, collaborating with the interdisciplinary Hospice team to meet individualized patient needs.
This role supports the Mc Call.
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Friday, Saturday, Sunday
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Rotating on‑call responsibilities
“I absolutely fell in love with hospice and the special time you spend with patients and families at end of life. It’s such a unique area of nursing, and families are incredibly appreciative of every moment of care.”
— St. Luke’s Hospice Nurse
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Daily visit requirements below state and national averages
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Pay for drive time and mileage reimbursement
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Applicable differential pay
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Care delivery in home‑based hospice settings
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Patient population ranging from pediatric to geriatric
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Provide skilled nursing care to hospice patients in accordance with the established plan of care, under the direction of a Registered Nurse or licensed provider
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Perform clinical interventions and treatments within LPN scope of practice, including medication administration as prescribed
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Observe, document, and report patient condition, symptoms, and responses to care
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Support comfort measures, activities of daily living, and symptom control
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Communicate effectively with patients, families, and members of the interdisciplinary Hospice team
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Participate in care coordination and contribute to the modification of care plans as directed
Education
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Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program
Experience
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Open to New Grads
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Hospice, home health, long‑term care, or acute care experience helpful
Licenses & Certifications
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Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of practice
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Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Additional Requirements
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Valid driver’s license with proof of auto insurance
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Ability to travel to patient homes within the service area
