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Hospice LPN

Goodwin House
Goodwin House Salary
Alexandria, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/29/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Celebrated as the #2 Top Workplace in the D.C. region for 2024 by The Washington Post , Goodwin Living is more than a team – it's a global family of individuals who represent more than 65 countries.

Goodwin Living ranks #2 thanks to team members who respond to an annual survey conducted by a neutral, third-party resource. Here are some reasons they honor us with this ranking :

  • Embracing Diversity : Our strength is in our diverse team from over 65 countries, fostering an inclusive and vibrant culture that values every voice.
  • Growth and Opportunities : We bolster personal and professional development, offering myriad opportunities, from on-the-job training to mentorship programs and financial support, to help you reach your full potential.
  • Valuing Our Team Members : By prioritizing team member satisfaction, we create a fulfilling work environment with competitive benefits, work-life balance, and recognition programs, ensuring our team feels appreciated and valued.

About the position

This position is a full-time LPN that will work 40 hours weekly (three ten-hour weekday shifts with occasional weekends). In addition, this position will be responsible for providing end-of-life care and hospice services to patients in the community setting under routine care or continuous care. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for assisting in planning for the patient’s and family’s care under the direction of the RN Case Manager (RNCM). The LPN will provide skilled nursing care as directed by the RNCM and as described in the interdisciplinary plan of care and will reinforce appropriate care techniques.

Job Duties

  • Provide nursing care, to include physical and psychological care, in accordance with established policies and procedures of Goodwin Palliative Care and Hospice and current nursing standards.
  • Consult with the RNCM regarding any changes in the care plan.
  • Recognize and interpret symptoms and institute remedial measures within the scope / limits of a Licensed Practical Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia and report significant changes in the patient condition to the RNCM immediately.
  • Administer medication and treatments as ordered by the physician, with the exception of IV push medication. LPN must pass competency for intravenous / subcutaneous administration of medication via continuous infusion. (LPN may increase or decrease dose, including delivering bolus dose via patient infusion pump, as per instruction and delegation of duty by the RNCM.)
  • Reinforce appropriate interventions, medications, and side effects to patient, caregiver, volunteers and others as appropriate as directed by the RNCM
  • Participate in the interdisciplinary group (IDG) meeting to include exchange of information, review of problems, and sharing of professional support.
  • Job Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.
  • Current Commonwealth of Virginia LPN license.
  • Two years recent (within the past five years) nursing experience in acute, long-term care or home care / hospice, with at least one year in hospice or homecare preferred.
  • Must be able to work independently, have demonstrated patient teaching skills and strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Computer proficiency and a working knowledge of Microsoft programs required.
  • Valid Driver’s License and daily access to a reliable and insured vehicle.
  • Belief in the hospice concept.
  • Certified Hospice and Palliative Care, preferred.
  • Ability to cope with family emotional stress and tolerance of individual lifestyles.
  • A sampling of our many benefits!

    We’ve got you covered with incredible benefits, whether you work full-time, part-time, or PRN (as needed). Here’s a glimpse of what we offer to Full-Time team members :

  • Paid Time Off
  • Health / Dental / Vision Insurance
  • DailyPay : Work and get paid the same day!
  • Tuition Assistance for Career Development
  • Student Loan Repayment Program
  • Financial assistance with U.S. Citizenship application or DACA Renewal
  • Tutoring for ESL, Citizenship Test & GED
  • Staff Emergency Grants
  • Retirement Plan- 401(k)
  • Free Meals, Access to a Fitness Center, Pool, and More
  • About Goodwin Living

    At Goodwin Living, we can all find work with purpose! As a nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Alexandria, Virginia, we are driven by our mission : to support, honor and uplift the lives of older adults and those who care for them. Our commitment to our team members is written directly into that statement. We create an enriching and supportive work environment that has inspired our team members to vote us into the Washington Post Top Workplace rankings since 2019, and they made us #2 in 2024!

    Goodwin Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an AARP Employer Pledge Signer. We take pride in our inclusive work culture that values diversity and fosters talent. With us, you are more than just a team member; you are part of a community committed to excellence and continuous learning.

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