Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN - Hospice - PRN

VitalCaring Group

  • Metairie, Louisiana
  • 18 days ago
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    • Psychiatry and Mental Healthunmatched
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    Description

    VitalCaring – Care That Brings Comfort When It Matters Most

    At VitalCaring, care isn’t just what we do - it’s who we are.

    As a Hospice Licensed Nurse (LPN/LVN), you step into one of the most meaningful roles in healthcare by providing comfort, dignity, and peace to patients and families during life’s most important moments. This is a role for a nurse who leads with compassion, communicates with empathy, and finds purpose in truly being present.

    If you’re looking for work that goes beyond tasks and allows you to make a lasting human impact - this is where you belong.

    Why Join VitalCaring?

    • Make a Real Impact - Deliver one-on-one, end-of-life care that truly matters
    • Autonomy with Support - Manage your day while backed by an experienced clinical team
    • Collaborative Care Model - Work alongside RNs, aides, social workers, and chaplains
    • Work-Life Balance - Flexibility designed for sustainability in hospice care
    • Comprehensive Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) match, PTO, and more

    What You’ll Do

    Deliver Compassionate Hospice Care

    • Provide direct patient care in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act, with a focus on end-of-life support
    • Implement individualized plans of care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse
    • Deliver effective pain and symptom management, monitoring and adjusting based on patient response
    • Support patients with daily care needs while ensuring comfort, dignity, and safety
    • Educate patients and families on disease progression, medications, and comfort measures

    Coordinate & Communicate

    • Document care accurately and timely in the EMR
    • Communicate changes in patient condition to the RN and care team
    • Collaborate with interdisciplinary partners (RN, HHA, Social Work, Chaplain, Therapy)
    • Participate in care planning and coordination to ensure holistic support

    Commit to Excellence

    • Follow best practices and clinical standards in hospice care
    • Maintain proper use of equipment and adhere to infection control protocols
    • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and team development
    • Continue professional growth through training and education

    What You Bring

    • Active LPN/LVN license in the state of practice
    • Current CPR certification
    • 1–3+ years of nursing experience preferred (hospice, home health, or med-surg)
    • Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and emotional intelligence
    • A genuine passion for patient-centered, end-of-life care
    • Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance

    Who We Are

    Founded in 2021, VitalCaring is a leading home health and hospice provider with 100+ locations nationwide. Our mission is simple: transform lives and foster hope through genuine caring.

    Our values guide everything we do: Trustworthy. Capable. Compassionate. Proactive. Called.

    Ready to Make a Difference?

    If you’re called to provide care that brings comfort, dignity, and peace - we’d love to connect.

    Benefits

    Health & Wellness

    Medical, Dental & Vision

    Pharmacy Benefits

    Virtual & Mental Health Support

    FSAs & HSA

    Supplemental Health & Life Insurance

    Financial & Legal

    401(k) with Company Match

    Employee Referral Program

    Prepaid Legal Plans

    Identity Theft Protection

    Work-Life Balance & Perks

    Generous Paid Time Off

    Pet Insurance

    Tuition & Continuing Education Reimbursement

    All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates are evaluated based on job-related qualifications, skills, and business needs.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationMetairie, Louisiana

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