Hospice Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN)

Nurses and More Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Nursefinders Staffing Division is seeking caring Hospice LVNs in Florida to support patients and families at end-of-life. Work with RNs and an interdisciplinary team to deliver comfort-focused, patient-centered care in home or inpatient hospice settings.

Positions offer per diem scheduling with flexible 4–12 hour shifts, including day, evening, and night options. Travel may be required for home hospice assignments, with facility-based inpatient roles as alternatives.

Qualifications

• Must have an LVN license in the state of practice.
• Excellent communication and observation skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with an interdisciplinary hospice team.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct hospice nursing care under RN supervision.
• Assist with symptom management, comfort measures, and palliative treatments.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician and RN orders.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes promptly to the RN and care team.
• Provide emotional support to patients and families.
• Document care activities accurately in the medical record.
• Collaborate with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Compassionate, patient-advocate

Strong communication

Clinical observation

Independent work

Travel flexibility

Education

Active LVN license in the state of practice

Job description

Job Description

Provide comfort, dignity, and compassionate support at life’s most meaningful moments.

We’re seeking caring and dependable Hospice LVNs to support patients and families during end‑of‑life care. In this role, you’ll work closely with RNs and the interdisciplinary hospice team to deliver comfort‑focused, patient‑centered care that honors individual needs and wishes.

Schedule

• Per Diem
• Flexible shifts ranging from 4 to 12 hours
• Day, evening, or night shifts based on assignment needs

What You’ll Do

• Provide direct hospice nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse
• Assist with symptom management, comfort measures, and palliative treatments
• Administer medications and treatments per physician and RN orders
• Monitor patient condition and report changes promptly to the RN and care team
• Provide emotional support and reassurance to patients and families
• Reinforce patient and family education related to care plans and symptom management
• Collaborate with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and interdisciplinary team members
• Support care coordination across home hospice or inpatient hospice settings as assigned
• Document care activities, observations, and patient responses accurately in the medical record

What We’re Looking For

• Active LVN license in the state of practice
• Minimum of 1 year of recent hospice, palliative care, or acute care LVN experience required
• BLS certification required
• Compassionate, patient‑advocate approach to care
• Strong communication and clinical observation skills
• Ability to support patients and families through emotionally complex situations
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams
• Travel may be required for home hospice assignments
• Inpatient hospice roles are facility‑based and do not require travel

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity
You’ll play a vital role in ensuring comfort, dignity, and support for patients and families—while enjoying the flexibility of per diem scheduling with variable 4–12 hour shifts that fit your availability.

Company Description

Nursefinders Staffing Division offers employment opportunities with a stable, innovative company in Health Care Staffing, one of the fastest-growing sectors of health care. With Nursefinders, you will be making a difference in people's lives. Whatever position you pursue, we give you the support and tools to accomplish your objective.

With more than 40 years of healthcare staffing experience, Nursefinders is in the business of helping our partners deliver quality care to their patients. As an AMN Healthcare company - the nation's largest provider of healthcare staffing services - we provide access to the largest network of nursing, allied health, and administrative.

We recently have digitized our staffing and have a Mobile Staffing Application which allows all nurses to pick up shifts at their convenience and leisure within just a few clicks. Ask us for more information!