Hospice LPN - Day Shift, No On-Call, Low Caseloads

Capital City Hospice; Mount Vernon (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive culture

Insurance (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) match

Generous PTO

Mileage reimbursement

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Referral program

Merit increases

Employee discounts

Low caseloads

No on-call

Job summary

Capital City Hospice in Mt. Vernon, Ohio is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care under hospice standards.

You will work Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, coordinating with an interdisciplinary team to support comfort and quality of life for patients and families. The ideal candidate is a graduate of an accredited Practical or Vocational Nursing program, holds an Ohio LPN license, has at least one year of medical-surgical experience, CPR, and a valid

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing or Vocational Nursing program.
• Current LPN license in the state of Ohio.
• Minimum one year of medical-surgical nursing experience.
• Previous hospice or home health experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation meeting organizational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in accordance with physician orders and established care plans.
• Implement current nursing practices based on comprehensive patient assessments.
• Accurately and promptly document patient visits, interventions, and outcomes.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and disease progression.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary hospice team, including Hospice Aides, Social Workers, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Dietitians, and Clinical Supervisors.
• Monitor patient conditions and communicate changes appropriately.
• Provide pain and symptom management while evaluating patient responses to treatments and medications.
• Support patients and families with compassionate, patient-centered care throughout the hospice journey.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing or Vocational Nursing program

Job description

Capital City Hospice in Mt. Vernon, Ohio is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care under hospice standards.

You will work Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, coordinating with an interdisciplinary team to support comfort and quality of life for patients and families. The ideal candidate is a graduate of an accredited Practical or Vocational Nursing program, holds an Ohio LPN license, has at least one year of medical-surgical experience, CPR, and a valid