LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse - Hospice

BrightSpring Health Services; Lake City (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Generous PTO

Mileage Reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Haven Hospice in Lake City, FL seeks a licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our hospice team for full-time night shifts (7p-7a, 3-12s) with rotating weekends and holidays. This role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care and coordination with the hospice team to support patients and families at the end of life.

Laid out duties include giving hands-on care, following care plans, and maintaining thorough documentation, with opportunities for professional growth within a values-driven

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• Three years nursing experience; hospice or medical/surgical experience preferred.
• Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the state.
• Comply with accepted professional standards and practice.
• Must be a licensed driver with insured vehicle.
• Possess and maintain CPR certification.
• Understand hospice philosophy and needs of the terminally ill.
• Use knowledge and experience to make decisions and solve problems.
• Demonstrate good verbal and written communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Give hands-on care to patients nearing end of life, following state nursing rules.
• Follow the care plan after assessing the patient's needs.
• Keep clear and timely records of the care provided.
• Teach and support patients and their families about the illness and care plan.
• Help coordinate care by communicating with the hospice team (aides, chaplains, social workers).
• Manage pain and symptoms, check effectiveness of treatments.
• Take part in training and quality improvement activities to grow professionally and improve care.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization skills

Compassionate care

Education

LPN/LVN license (state)

Practical nurse program

Job description

LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse - Hospice

United States, Florida, Lake City

Job Locations

US-FL-LAKE CITY

• ID: 2026-191957
• Line of Business: Haven Hospice
• Position Type: Full-Time

Our Company

Haven Hospice

Overview

Office Location: Lake City

Coverage area: Lake City Haven Care Center

Schedule:FT Nights, 3-12s 7p-7a with Rotating Weekend and Holidays

Are you a Licensed Practical Nurse looking for a new opportunity? Haven Hospice is seeking a passionate, dedicated Hospice LPN to join our team inLake City, Fl. Our hospice LPN s provide expert, patient-centered care at a critical time in people's lives. If you're ready to work in a supportive, fulling environment where your skills and empathy truly shine, apply today!

How YOU will benefit

Provide 1:1 care to make a lasting impact on patients and families

• Greater work/life balance with flexible scheduling options
• Less time on your feet compared to other settings
• Ability to work independently while also having team support
• Job stability and regular advancement opportunities with a growing company

Responsibilities

As a Hospice LPN You will:

• Give hands‑on care to patients nearing the end of life, following state nursing rules.
• Follow the care plan after assessing the patient's needs.
• Keep clear and timely records of the care provided.
• Teach and support patients and their families about the illness and care plan.
• Help coordinate care by communicating with the hospice team (like aides, chaplains , social workers).
• Manage pain and symptoms, checking how well treatments are working.
• Take part in training and quality improvement activities to grow professionally and improve care.

Benefits and Perks for You!

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)
• Tuition discounts & reimbursement
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO
• Mileage reimbursement
• Access to wellness and discount programs such as Noom, SkinIO (Virtual Skin Cancer Screening), childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, travel and entertainment discounts and more!

*Benefits may vary by employment status

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
• Three years nursing experience. Community health/hospice or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
• Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the State.
• Comply with accepted professional standards and practice.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
• Possess and maintain current CPR certification.
• Understand philosophy of hospice concept. Also understand needs of the terminally ill.
• Use own knowledge and experience base and other resources as necessary to make logical decisions and solve problems.
• Demonstrate good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.

About our Line of Business

At Haven Hospice, our primary ambition is to bring high-quality care to the warmest and most serene environment possible: home. We provide the full spectrum of hospice services, thoughtfully tailored to the individual needs of patients and families. Haven Hospice, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, is grounded in a foundational commitment to providing quality patient care and championing our agency leadership and teams. We are proud to have many dedicated health care professionals on our team. We are confident you will find purpose, meaning and a chance to make a positive impact from day one. For more information, please visit www.havenhospice.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

Location : Special Notice

This position is subject to a level 2 background screening. For more information on the Florida state background screening process and standards, please access and review the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.