Autonomous Hospice LPN – Compassionate Home Care

Corus Health; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

PTO and holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Ongoing training and growth

Job summary

Corus Health is seeking a Hospice LPN to provide skilled nursing care in patients’ homes, supporting families during one of life’s hardest seasons. You’ll work with autonomy in the field, backed by a collaborative interdisciplinary team that values clear communication and compassion.

Ideal candidates have an LPN license in New Mexico, hospice or home health experience, and a commitment to patient-centered care with strong clinical judgment and reliability.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program.
• Current, unrestricted LPN license in New Mexico.
• Hospice experience strongly preferred.
• Minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience (home health, hospice, or acute care preferred).
• Current CPR (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled hospice nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse and the plan of care.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and policies.
• Monitor and document changes in patients’ status, reporting significant findings promptly.
• Educate patients and caregivers on comfort measures and what to expect during hospice care.
• Collaborate with RNs, social workers, aides, chaplains, and the care team for coordinated care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in the EMR per CareM standards.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, case conferences, and quality improvement activities.
• Navigate complex family dynamics with professionalism and healthy boundaries.

Skills

LPN license

Clinical nursing

Time management

Communication

Compassion

Independence in field work

Education

Accredited practical or vocational nursing program

Job description

Corus Health is seeking a Hospice LPN to provide skilled nursing care in patients’ homes, supporting families during one of life’s hardest seasons. You’ll work with autonomy in the field, backed by a collaborative interdisciplinary team that values clear communication and compassion.

Ideal candidates have an LPN license in New Mexico, hospice or home health experience, and a commitment to patient-centered care with strong clinical judgment and reliability.