LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse - Hospice

Hospice of North Alabama

Office Location: Decatur, AL
Coverage area: Limestone, Madison, and Morgan counties

Schedule: PRN

Are you a Licensed Practical Nurse looking for a new opportunity? Hospice of North Alabama is seeking a passionate, dedicated Hospice LPN to join our team inDecatur, AL. Our hospice LPNs 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

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

• 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.