Hospice Continuous Care LPN
Gentiva
**Overview**
**Deliver Compassionate Care. Support Families. Enhance Patient Comfort.**
We are seeking a PRN Continuous Care Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team. This LPN supports patients in their home 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM or 8:00 PM – 8:00 AM. Your role is vital in monitoring patient conditions, managing acute symptoms, and supporting families during critical times.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ Provide skilled bedside nursing care following the patient’s plan of care and under RN supervision.
+ Monitor patients actively, report changes in condition, and manage acute medical symptoms to achieve palliation during crisis periods.
+ Administer medications, monitor vital signs, and evaluate patient and family needs.
+ Assist with plan of care preparation and execution, including infection control and symptom management.
+ Document patient care activities and communicate findings with interdisciplinary teams and physicians.
+ Participate in bereavement support and may assist with death pronouncements as allowed by state law.
+ Provide guidance to hospice aides under RN supervision as per Nurse Practice Act regulations.
+ Participate in call schedules and provide on-call nursing support as directed.
**About You**
**Qualifications**
+ Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) licensed in the state of employment.
+ CPR certification required.
+ Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance.
+ Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
+ Minimum of 2 years’ experience as an LPN/LVN in hospice, home health, or long-term care; 3–5 years preferred.
**Work Environment**
+ Care is provided in patient homes or institutional settings with travel required.
+ Exposure to infectious diseases, bodily fluids, and hazardous materials possible.
**Skills and Knowledge**
+ Strong knowledge of hospice patient needs, terminal illness care, and interdisciplinary team roles.
+ Excellent patient assessment and communication skills.
+ Understanding of regulatory guidelines such as Medicare, Medicaid, and ACHC.
+ Ability to provide compassionate support to patients and families during end-of-life care.
+ Effective documentation and program management skills.
**Personal Attributes**
+ Compassionate and sensitive to the emotional needs of terminally ill patients and their families.
+ Flexible and adaptable, able to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
+ Professional, mature, and cooperative with strong interpersonal skills.
**Tools and Equipment**
+ Proficient with nursing assessment tools, computers, fax, copier, and communication devices.
+ Reliable transportation required for travel between patient locations.
**We Offer**
**Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):**
+ Competitive Pay
+ 401(k) with Company Match
+ Career Advancement Opportunities
+ National & Local Recognition Programs
+ Teammate Assistance Fund
**Additional Full-Time Benefits:**
+ Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
+ Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
+ Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
+ Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
+ Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
+ Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
+ Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
+ Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)
**Apply today**
If you are committed to providing compassionate continuous care to hospice patients and supporting their families during critical moments, we invite you to apply and join our dedicated team.
**Legalese**
+ This is a safety-sensitive position
+ Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
+ Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
+ We are proud to be an EEO employer
+ We maintain a drug-free workplace
ReqID: 2026-134408
Category: LPNs/LVNs
Position Type: Flex/Per Diem
Company: Gentiva Hospice
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