LPN - Home Hospice

Rippling, Inc.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 21 days

Health coverage

Mileage reimbursement

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

401(k) match

Education assistance

Job summary

Good Samaritan is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide compassionate, direct patient care in home hospice settings across the Roanoke area. You will work under an RN, deliver treatments, educate families, and document care in EMR.

We seek candidates with a Virginia LPN license, at least 3 years of nursing experience (hospice/home health preferred), and CPR certification. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Current Virginia Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
• Minimum of three years of nursing experience; hospice, home health, community health, or medical-surgical experience preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR).
• Current driver's license, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record.
• Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain per organizational requirements)

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, direct patient care under the supervision of an RN following each patient's plan of care.
• Deliver treatments, monitor patient conditions, and report changes to the RN Care Manager.
• Assist with pain and symptom management to promote comfort and quality of life.
• Educate patients and family caregivers about diagnoses, medications, treatments, and the plan of care.
• Accurately document all patient care, assessments, and interventions in the EMR.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate hospice care.
• Safely prepare and utilize medical equipment following infection control standards.
• Participate in team meetings, continuing education, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support the mission by providing compassionate, respectful, patient-centered care.
• Participate in nursing holiday rotation.

Skills

LPN license

EMR experience

CPR certification

Driver's license

Home health experience

Education

Practical Nursing program graduate

Job description

Be a Vital Part of Our Mission-Driven Team!

At Good Samaritan, nursing is more than a job, it's an opportunity to make every moment count. As a non-profit, community-based hospice organization, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals and families during some of life's most meaningful moments.

We're looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who is compassionate, dependable, and committed to delivering exceptional care in the homes and communities we serve. If you're passionate about building meaningful relationships with patients, supporting families, and working alongside an outstanding interdisciplinary team, we'd love to meet you.

Why Join Good Samaritan?

• Meaningful Work Every Day – Make a lasting impact by providing hands-on care and comfort to patients facing serious illness while supporting their families with compassion and dignity.
• Supportive Team Environment – Join an experienced interdisciplinary team that values collaboration, communication, and providing the highest quality of hospice care.
• Professional Growth – Continue developing your nursing skills while working alongside experienced RNs, physicians, social workers, chaplains, and other healthcare professionals.
• Mission-Focused Culture – Be part of a non-profit organization where every decision is guided by our commitment to serving patients, families, and our community.

What you will do as a Hospice LPN:

• Provide compassionate, direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse following each patient's individualized plan of care.
• Deliver treatments, monitor patient conditions, and report changes promptly to the RN Care Manager.
• Assist with pain and symptom management to promote comfort and quality of life.
• Educate patients and family caregivers about diagnoses, medications, treatments, and the plan of care.
• Accurately document all patient care, assessments, and interventions in the electronic medical record.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate exceptional hospice care.
• Safely prepare and utilize medical equipment and supplies while following infection control and safety standards.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, staff meetings, continuing education, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support Good Samaritan's mission by providing compassionate, respectful, and patient-centered care in every interaction.
• Participate in the nursing holiday rotation.

What we are looking for:

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Current Virginia Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
• Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience; hospice, home health, community health, or medical-surgical experience preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR).
• Current driver's license, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record.
• Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain per organizational requirements)

Schedule:

M-F 8:30am -5:00pm with rotating weekend and holiday on-call backup responsibilities

Location:

Serving patients throughout the Greater Roanoke Area including homes, facilities, and hospitals

Starting Salary:

$28/hour

This is the starting salary for the position. Compensation may vary within the established salary range based on relevant experience, education, licensure, certifications, and other qualifications.

Benefits:

• 21 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) in your first year
• Up to 100% paid medical coverage through our ICHRA model
• offering multiple health plan options
• $0.65 per mile mileage reimbursement
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match (100% match on the first 3% you contribute 50% match on the next 1%)
• Education Assistance to support your professional growth
• and so much more!

Find your purpose here

If you are compassionate, dependable, and looking for work that truly matters, we would love to hear from you. At Good Samaritan, you will be part of a team that cares deeply, for patients, families, our community, and one another.