Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Hospice Extended Hours

Ohio's Hospice, Inc.; New Philadelphia (OH); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO

401(k) with employer match

Mileage reimbursement

Scrubs provided

Preceptor and education programs

Hospice certification support

Job summary

Ohio's Hospice, Inc. is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for Extended Hours to serve New Philadelphia and surrounding communities.

This full-time field-based role supports patients at home and in care facilities, delivering compassionate nursing care during evening, weekend, and holiday hours. The successful candidate will hold an active Ohio LPN license, CPR certification, and have strong clinical skills, with travel between patient locations and reliable vehicle insurance.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Ohio LPN license.
• Current CPR certification.
• At least 1 year of nursing experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills and EMR proficiency.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Current automobile insurance meeting state requirements.
• Willingness to travel between patient locations including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Successful completion of required criminal background and 10-panel drug screenings.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to hospice patients in homes and facilities.
• Follow individualized care plans under RN supervision.
• Monitor patient conditions and report significant changes to clinical team.
• Manage symptoms and respond to nursing needs per care plans.
• Educate, reassure, and support patients and families.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice team for continuity of care.
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Respond to care needs during scheduled evening, weekend, and holiday hours.

Skills

Active Ohio LPN license

CPR certification

Nursing experience

Basic computer skills

EMR knowledge

Driver's license

Travel readiness

Background & drug screening

Tools

EMR

Job description

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Hospice Extended Hours

Extended Hours Full Time Direct Patient Care New Philadelphia, OH, US

LPN Extended Hours

Full-Time | New Philadelphia, Ohio & Surrounding Areas

Make a Difference When It Matters Most.

Are you an LPN who believes quality nursing care is about more than treating symptoms? At Ohio's Hospice, our team provides compassionate support, comfort, and dignity to patients and families during one of life's most meaningful journeys.

We are looking for a dependable and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Extended Hours team. This is a full-time field-based position serving New Philadelphia and surrounding communities. If you enjoy working independently, building meaningful patient relationships, and being part of a team that makes a lasting difference, we would love to meet you!

This position provides nursing coverage during extended hours when patients and families need additional support.

• Evening shifts: 4:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m., one to three days per week.
• Weekend coverage: 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. every other weekend.
• Rotating holiday coverage is required.
• Travel throughout New Philadelphia and nearby communities is an essential part of this position.

What You'll Do

As an LPN on our hospice team, you will play an important role in helping patients remain comfortable and supported wherever they call home.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing direct nursing care to hospice patients in private residences and healthcare facilities.
• Carrying out individualized plans of care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Monitoring patient conditions and communicating significant changes or concerns to the appropriate clinical team members.
• Helping manage patient symptoms and addressing nursing needs in accordance with established care plans.
• Offering education, reassurance, and support to patients and their loved ones.
• Collaborating with the interdisciplinary hospice team to promote continuity and quality of care.
• Completing accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Responding to patient care needs during scheduled evening, weekend, and holiday hours.

What We’re Looking For

To be successful in this position, candidates must have:

• An active, unrestricted LPN license in the State of Ohio.
• Current CPR certification.
• At least one year of nursing experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to maintain accurate electronic medical records.
• A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Current automobile insurance meeting applicable state minimum requirements.
• The ability and willingness to travel between patient locations, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during inclement weather.
• Successful completion of required criminal background and 10-panel drug screenings.

Compensation, Benefits & Professional Development

We believe our employees deserve the same compassion and support they provide to others. Ohio's Hospice offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to grow professionally.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive compensation.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 5% employer match.
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel.
• Scrubs provided during initial onboarding.

Investing in Your Nursing Career:

• Dedicated organizational preceptor to guide you through orientation and beyond.
• Educational opportunities and programs designed to support professional development.
• Assistance with preparation for hospice certification.
• Additional pay incentive upon successful achievement of hospice certification.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.

Why Choose Ohio's Hospice?

At Ohio's Hospice, our mission is at the heart of everything we do. We believe every patient deserves to be treated with compassion, respect, and dignity, and every family deserves support throughout the hospice journey.

Joining our team means becoming part of a group of professionals who are passionate about caring for others and supporting one another. We provide the tools, resources, education, and encouragement our employees need to succeed.

Whether you are looking to grow your nursing career, find greater purpose in your work, or be part of an organization where your contributions truly matter, Ohio's Hospice offers an opportunity to make a difference every day.

Your nursing skills can change lives. Come make a difference with Ohio's Hospice!

Equal Employment Opportunity & Inclusion

Ohio's Hospice complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

Ohio's Hospice is proud to be Platinum Certified through SAGECare, an organization providing education and consulting on LGBTQ+ aging issues for healthcare and service providers. We welcome individuals from the LGBTQ+ community and are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace.