Hospice LPN

Heartland Hospice; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartland Hospice is seeking a compassionate and skilled Hospice LPN who can provide high-quality care to patients in their homes. The role involves direct patient care, working closely with families, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure individual care plans are met. With a commitment to enhancing quality of life, you will bring empathy and professionalism to your practice in a supportive environment that values continuous development and education.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

Generous Paid Time Off

401(k) with company matching

Free Continuing Education Units

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 1+ years of patient care experience in hospice, home health, or similar.
• Current driver's license and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to hospice patients.
• Evaluate patient/family needs and assist in plan of care execution.
• Report patient condition changes to the team.

Skills

Compassionate

Empathetic

Flexible

Composed

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN license

Job description

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Our Company

Heartland Hospice is a member of the Gentiva family - an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Here, you’ll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in people’s lives every day.

Our Company

Heartland Hospice is a member of the Gentiva family - an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Here, you’ll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in people’s lives every day.

Overview

Join us to make a difference when life matters most

We believe every day is an opportunity to make care more personal and life more comfortable. That’s why we offer personal care, palliative care and hospice to give people the care they need with dignity, grace, and love.

As a Hospice LPN, You Will

• You will report directly to the Administrator or Executive Director.
• Provide direct patient care services to hospice patients and supportive care to the patient’s family with a reasonable case load.
• Evaluate patient/family needs and assist in the preparation and execution of the plan of care for each patient.
• Report findings or changes in the patient’s condition to the Registered Nurse, interdisciplinary team and referring physician and document all reports.
• Attend staff meetings.
  
  

About You

Hospice LPN requirements:

• Hospice heart: compassionate, kind and empathetic to your patients and their families.
• Comfortable providing care wherever the patient calls “home”.
• Demonstrate flexibility and composure while supporting others in a time of crisis.
• Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN license to practice in the state of requested employment.
• 1+ years of patient care experience in hospice, home health, ICU, geriatric, or oncology strongly preferred.
• Additional, preferred experience to help you be successful in a hospice role: hospital Staff LPN, Staff LVN, Med Surg, PACU, Float pool, ER or emergency room, critical care, acute care, cardiac, geriatric, admissions, wound care, telemetry, nursing home or travel.
• Current driver’s license and automobile insurance.
• Current CPR certification.
  
  

Gentiva is a family of industry-leading hospice, palliative and personal care providers. With more than 430 locations and thousands of compassionate clinicians across 36 states, our place is by the side of those who need us, offering assistance with daily living and helping patients and their families manage the physical, emotional and spiritual effects of serious illness or a terminal diagnosis. Gentiva’s corporate headquarters is in Atlanta, Georgia, with providers delivering care across the U.S.

Members of the Gentiva family include Gentiva Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon, Empatia Palliative Care, Gentiva Personal Care, Girling Personal Care, The Home Option and Victorian Home Care.

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We Offer

As a Full Time Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN, you will be eligible for:

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
• Wellness Program and Resources including:
• A dedicated Accolade Care Coordinator for personalized care management support of all your healthcare needs
• Telemedicine Program
• Type 2 Diabetes Management Program via Virta Health
• A complete Joint and Spine Program with concierge services via Nimble Orthopedics
• Generous Paid Time Off (plan increases with tenure) and 7 paid holidays
• Pre-tax FSA and HSA plans (HSA w/company contributions)
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Career growth opportunities available at both the branch and corporate levels
• One on One Onboarding Program with a Nurse Preceptor
• Free Continuing Education Units
• Tuition Program that includes:
• Access to 280+ program at 25+ learning partners
• Online classes with flexible start dates
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary long-term care, critical illness, accident insurance, and pet insurance
• Local and national award programs
• Referral bonus program
• Mileage reimbursement or Fleet Program
• Financial assistance program supporting teammates in times of need
  

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace
  
  

Gentiva is a family of industry-leading hospice, palliative and personal care providers. With more than 430 locations and thousands of compassionate clinicians across 36 states, our place is by the side of those who need us, offering assistance with daily living and helping patients and their families manage the physical, emotional and spiritual effects of serious illness or a terminal diagnosis. Gentiva’s corporate headquarters is in Atlanta, Georgia, with providers delivering care across the U.S.

Members of the Gentiva family include Gentiva Hospice, Hospice Plus, Kindred Hospice, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon, Empatia Palliative Care; Gentiva Personal Care, Girling Personal Care, The Home Option and Victorian Home Care.

Location: Heartland Hospice

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