What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse for Hospice - Weekends position at Harmony Community Healthcare?
Weekend Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Hospice
Location: Tucson, AZ and surrounding communities
Schedule: Weekends (Saturday & Sunday)
Employment Type: Part-Time
Join a Team That Makes Every Moment Matter
Harmony Community Healthcare is seeking a compassionate and dependable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our hospice team providing weekend care to patients in their homes. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional end-of-life care and enjoy working independently while being supported by an experienced interdisciplinary team, we'd love to meet you.
As a Weekend Hospice LPN, you'll provide skilled nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse, helping patients remain comfortable while supporting families through one of life's most important journeys.
What You'll Do
- Provide compassionate nursing care to hospice patients in their homes.
- Carry out the patient's individualized plan of care under the supervision of the RN.
- Assess patient condition and promptly report changes to the RN and physician.
- Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
- Educate patients and families regarding disease processes, medications, comfort measures, and home care.
- Document visits accurately and timely within the EMR.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team collaboration to ensure excellent patient care.
- Maintain compliance with Medicare Conditions of Participation, agency policies, and professional standards.
- Assist with admissions, routine visits, PRN visits, and symptom management as needed.
- Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, social workers, chaplains, aides, and other members of the care team.
Qualifications
- Current, unrestricted Arizona LPN license.
- Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
- Minimum one (1) year of nursing experience preferred.
- Hospice, home health, long-term care, or palliative care experience is strongly preferred.
- Current CPR certification.
- Valid Arizona driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance.
- Ability to work independently while exercising sound clinical judgment.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
- Ability to successfully pass a background check and obtain/maintain an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to:
- Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, and lift.
- Safely assist with patient care activities.
- Lift and move equipment and supplies.
- Travel throughout the Tucson area to patient homes.
Why Harmony?
At Harmony Community Healthcare, we believe caring for our patients starts with caring for our employees. We foster a supportive, team-oriented culture where every employee makes a meaningful difference.
Apply today and become part of a team dedicated to providing compassionate care when it matters most.
Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour
License/Certification:
- LPN (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $30 - $35