Hospice Weekend Option Nurse, LPN

Join Our Caring Team — Where Compassion Meets Purpose! Newly Increased Pay Scale! The Weekend OptionLPN plays an essential role in delivering compassionate, patient-centered nursing care under the direction of the attending physician and Registered Nurse, in accordance with the individualized plan of care. With a focus on comfort, safety, and clinical excellence, this nurse supports patients and their families during critical weekend hours, helping them navigate their hospice journey with dignity and support. Key Responsibilities: Contributes to the ongoing assessment and re-evaluation of patient needs and reports changes in condition to the RN and/or attending physician Provides direct, hands-on nursing care to patients during weekend hours Demonstrates competency in essential hospice nursing skills such as pain and symptom management support, wound care, medication administration, infusion therapy (as permitted), and aseptic technique Responds appropriately to patient changes, emotional crises, and end-of-life situations, including making on-site visits as needed Serves as an advocate for patients and their families, helping ensure their needs, choices, and goals of care are respected Builds and maintains positive, supportive relationships with patients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members Assists in educating patients and families regarding comfort measures, medications, and Advance Directives Communicates changes in condition or care needs to the RN Case Manager, attending physician, and interdisciplinary team Follows agency policies and complies with state and federal regulations related to hospice care Requirements: Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license Current LPN licensure in the State of Indiana Previous hospice, home health, or healthcare experience preferred Strong communication, time management, and critical thinking skills Compassionate and patient-focused mindset Guardian Angel Hospice is a premier, locally owned hospice organization serving 30 counties. We empower patients in the final phase of incurable illnesses with exceptional care. We are committed to the success of our employees, offering unmatched training, competitive pay, and numerous extra pay opportunities that reflect your hard work. When you join our team, you can confidently expect: Competitive wages and weekly bonus opportunities Comprehensive benefits are available after just 30 days Flexible scheduling that promotes work-life balance Paid holidays and generous vacation/sick time Clear pathways for career advancement Join Guardian Angel Hospice and be a vital part of making a significant impact in the lives of patients and their families! Guardian Angel Hospice is an Equal Opportunity / Affmmative Action Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, veteran status, religion, sex, or national origin. We want all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. If you are a U.S. applicant with a disability who is unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. This option is reserved only for individuals with disabilities that are unable to use the online tools and is not intended for other purposes. #J-18808-Ljbffr Guardian Angel Hospice