Hospice LPN - Caring Care, Flexible Schedule, Home Visits

Chapters Health System; Falls Church (VA); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Chapters Health System seeks an LPN in Falls Church, VA, working under RN supervision to deliver nursing interventions and patient teaching to maximize comfort and quality of life. The role requires LPN licensure in Virginia and active BLS, with responsibilities spanning assessment, venipuncture, IV care, and patient-family support.

Flexibility in schedule and the ability to work with terminally ill patients are essential; feasible to travel between locations as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current LPN licensure in the state of employment.
• Active BLS for healthcare professionals (American Heart Association or Red Cross).
• Infusion Therapy Course certification preferred for inpatient units.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing tasks under RN supervision including continuous care and dressing changes.
• Monitor patients for changes in condition and report to RN.
• Perform venipuncture and CVL site observation; manage IV medication/fluids per protocol.
• Document care in the medical record and communicate with physicians and care team.

Skills

English communication

Flexible schedule

Emotional resilience

Physical ability to lift

Education

High school diploma or GED

LPN licensure (state)

Active BLS certification

Infusion Therapy Course (30h)

Job description

Chapters Health System seeks an LPN in Falls Church, VA, working under RN supervision to deliver nursing interventions and patient teaching to maximize comfort and quality of life. The role requires LPN licensure in Virginia and active BLS, with responsibilities spanning assessment, venipuncture, IV care, and patient-family support.

Flexibility in schedule and the ability to work with terminally ill patients are essential; feasible to travel between locations as needed.