Licensed Practical Nurse - Hospice

Sentara; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and a

401k/403B with Employer Match

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Job summary

Sentara Hospice in Newport News, VA seeks a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to join the day shift team. You will provide basic nursing care under supervision, support RNs and physicians, and contribute to compassionate, patient-centered care.

This full-time, 40-hour/week role requires an LPN license in VA and a completed LPN program, with BLS within 90 days. Prior hospice experience is preferred, and the position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• LPN program graduate required.
• LPN license in VA required.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care under supervision of RN or LIP.
• Support higher-level nurses and physicians in delivering care.
• Assist in delivering comprehensive medical services in hospice setting.

Skills

Detail oriented

Compassionate

Education

LPN program (trade school)

Job description

City/StateNewport News, VAWork ShiftFirst (Days)Overview:Sentara Hospice is seeking to hire a qualified individual to join our team as an LPN.Overview:The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides basic nursing care under the supervision of an RN or Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) in the clinical setting, within the scope of practice dictated by the State Boards of Nursing. The LPN must be detail-oriented, compassionate, and able to handle physically demanding tasks. The LPN is an essential member of the healthcare team offering patient care and supporting higher level nurse and physicians in delivering comprehensive medical services.Anticipated Status/Shift:Full Time (40 hours/week)Day shift (Monday - Friday, 8AM - 5PM)Position Location:Newport News, VAEducationTrade School Graduate of Licensed Practical Nurse program (Required)Certification/LicensureLPN License in State of Practice (VA) (Required)BLS (Required within 90 days)ExperiencePrior hospice experience (Preferred)keywords: lpn, licensed practical nurse, newport news, hospice, talroo-lpn, full time, day shift, skilled nursing, home health, direct patient care, trade school, supportWe provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $28.57 - $43.04 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career• Medical, Dental, Vision plans• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave• Emergency Backup Care• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans• Life Insurance• 401k/403B with Employer Match• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000•Pet Insurance•Legal Resources Plan•Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.