Hospice LPN – Continuous Care (PRN)

At Arc Hospice & Palliative Care, we are united by a mission to bring comfort, dignity, and compassionate support to every patient and family we serve. Join a team where your work has purpose, and your growth is supported.

This PRN opportunity allows experienced LPNs to apply strong clinical skills in high acuity hospice situations while remaining flexible in schedule. You will support patients through periods of intensified need, working closely with the RN and interdisciplinary team to promote comfort and dignity. It is a role for nurses who thrive in focused one on one care and purposeful clinical work.

Overview

The Hospice LPN/LVN – Continuous Care is responsible for delivering direct, high-acuity nursing care during episodes of Continuous Care (CHC) in accordance with the patient's individualized plan of care. This role provides essential support to patients experiencing a hospice-appropriate crisis requiring extended skilled nursing care in the home or facility setting. The LPN/LVN delivers care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) and in compliance with applicable state licensure, regulatory standards, and organizational protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care to patients and families under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and in alignment with the plan of care.
• Support symptom management and comfort-focused care during periods of crisis, providing direct bedside care in the patient's residence setting.
• Monitor and document changes in condition, escalating to the RN Case Manager and Director/Manager of Clinical Services as appropriate.
• Educate caregivers on personal care, medication administration, and end-of-life expectations to ensure safe and confident care between visits.
• Provide emotional support to patients and families and participate in critical moments, including time-of-death care and after-death procedures.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary group (IDG) and external care partners to ensure coordinated, patient-centered service delivery.
• Complete all clinical documentation in the electronic medical record timely, accurately, and in compliance with agency policy and regulations.
• Attend team meetings, in-services, and compliance trainings, and support additional responsibilities within licensure and scope as needed.
• Performs other duties as required.
  
  

Qualifications

• Current LPN or LVN license in good standing in the state of practice or a valid compact license covering all states of operation.
• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical nursing experience preferred, ideally in hospice, home health, or geriatrics.
• Demonstrated understanding of hospice philosophy, symptom management, and end-of-life care practices.
• Proficiency in electronic medical record (EMR) documentation and mobile clinical tools.
• CPR certification required.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to function effectively as part of an interdisciplinary care team.
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centered care that reflects Arc Hospice & Palliative Care's mission, values, and standards of dignity, respect, compassion, and integrity.
  
  

The starting compensation for this position is shown below. Arc Hospice is committed to transparency and equity in all compensation practices. The rate displayed reflects the starting hourly or salaried pay for the role and does not represent a range.

Compensation

$25—$35 USD

Arc Hospice & Palliative Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds to join us in delivering compassionate, inclusive care. Explore the impact you can make with Arc Hospice today.