Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

The Keystone Distinction Group; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

HSA/FSA options

Mileage reimbursement

PTO and paid holidays

Employer-paid life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

The Keystone Distinction Group is seeking a dedicated Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Kansas City metro area (east) in MO. This full-time position runs Monday through Friday and involves working with an interdisciplinary team to provide compassionate, skilled care to hospice patients at home or in facilities.

You will assess symptoms, administer treatments, educate patients and families, and document care while collaborating closely with RNs and other clinicians.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program.
• Current Missouri LPN license.
• Current driver’s license.
• Minimum of one year of nursing experience.
• Hospice or palliative care experience preferred.
• Reliable transportation and valid auto insurance.
• Ability to work independently and make sound clinical decisions.
• Strong written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to hospice patients in home and facility settings.
• Assess patient needs and monitor symptoms, vital signs, and changes in condition.
• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as ordered.
• Educate and support patients and families regarding symptom management and end-of-life care.
• Communicate changes and concerns promptly to the RN and interdisciplinary care team.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and on time.

Skills

LPN license Missouri

One year nursing experience

Hospice/palliative care experience

Communication skills

Independent work capability

Team collaboration

Education

LPN program graduate

Job description

Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Kansas City Metro, MO (east) | Full-Time | Monday-Friday

Outstanding hospice provider seeks a full-time Hospice LPN. This nurse will provide skilled, compassionate care to hospice patients, support symptom management, monitor changes in condition, educate patients and families, and work closely with the interdisciplinary care team.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program
• Current LPN license valid for practice in Missouri
• Current driver's license
• Minimum of one year of nursing experience
• Hospice or palliative care experience preferred
• Reliable transportation and valid automobile liability insurance
• Ability to work independently and make sound clinical decisions
• Strong written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to hospice patients in home and facility settings
• Assess patient needs and monitor symptoms, vital signs, and changes in condition
• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as ordered
• Educate and support patients and families regarding symptom management and end-of-life care
• Communicate changes and concerns promptly to the RN and interdisciplinary care team
• Complete all required documentation accurately and on time

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and supplemental benefit options; disability coverage options; employer-paid life insurance; HSA/FSA options; mileage reimbursement; generous PTO and paid holidays.