Hospice Weekend Option Nurse, LPN

Guardian Angel Hospice; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly bonuses

Benefits after 30 days

Flexible scheduling

Paid holidays

Job summary

Guardian Angel Hospice invites an LPN to join the weekend nursing team, delivering patient-centered hospice care under supervision. You will assist the physician and RN, focus on comfort and safety, and support families through challenging weekend hours.

The role emphasizes compassionate, professional nursing with responsibilities in assessments, direct care, symptom management, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. Indiana LPN licensure is required.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively in a hospice setting.
• Strong critical thinking under palliative care scenarios.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to ongoing assessment and re-evaluation of patient needs and reports changes to the RN and attending physician.
• Provides direct nursing care to patients during weekend hours.
• Manages pain and symptom relief, wound care, medication administration, infusion therapy as permitted, and aseptic technique.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Critical thinking

Education

LPN licensure in Indiana

Job description

Join Our Caring Team — Where Compassion Meets Purpose! Newly Increased Pay Scale!

The Weekend OptionLPN plays an essential role in delivering compassionate, patient-centered nursing care under the direction of the attending physician and Registered Nurse, in accordance with the individualized plan of care. With a focus on comfort, safety, and clinical excellence, this nurse supports patients and their families during critical weekend hours, helping them navigate their hospice journey with dignity and support.

Key Responsibilities:

Contributes to the ongoing assessment and re-evaluation of patient needs and reports changes in condition to the RN and/or attending physician

Provides direct, hands‑on nursing care to patients during weekend hours

Demonstrates competency in essential hospice nursing skills such as pain and symptom management support, wound care, medication administration, infusion therapy (as permitted), and aseptic technique

Responds appropriately to patient changes, emotional crises, and end‑of‑life situations, including making on‑site visits as needed

Serves as an advocate for patients and their families, helping ensure their needs, choices, and goals of care are respected

Builds and maintains positive, supportive relationships with patients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members

Assists in educating patients and families regarding comfort measures, medications, and Advance Directives

Communicates changes in condition or care needs to the RN Case Manager, attending physician, and interdisciplinary team

Follows agency policies and complies with state and federal regulations related to hospice care

Requirements:

Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license

Current LPN licensure in the State of Indiana

Previous hospice, home health, or healthcare experience preferred

Strong communication, time management, and critical thinking skills

Compassionate and patient‑focused mindset

Guardian Angel Hospice is a premier, locally owned hospice organization serving 30 counties. We empower patients in the final phase of incurable illnesses with exceptional care. We are committed to the success of our employees, offering unmatched training, competitive pay, and numerous extra pay opportunities that reflect your hard work. When you join our team, you can confidently expect:

• Competitive wages and weekly bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits are available after just 30 days
• Flexible scheduling that promotes work‑life balance
• Paid holidays and generous vacation/sick time
• Clear pathways for career advancement

Join Guardian Angel Hospice and be a vital part of making a significant impact in the lives of patients and their families!

Guardian Angel Hospice is an Equal Opportunity / Affimative Action Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, veteran status, religion, sex, or national origin.

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