LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse - Hospice
SAN DIEGO, California
You'll give hands-on care to patients nearing the end of life.
Posted Oct 5 · Applications close Oct 5, 2027
- Unit and setting
- Hospice Give hands-on care to patients nearing the end of life, following state nursing rules.patients nearing the end of life
- License
- LPN or LVN license Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the State.current LPN/LVN license
- Term
- Permanent Schedule: Every Other Saturday & Sunday (Part-Time)Part-time
Do you qualify?
- License
- current LPN/LVN license Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the State.
- Certification
- current CPR certification where required Possess and maintain current CPR certification in states where required.
- Experience
- 3 years nursing experience Three years nursing experience.
- Also asks
- graduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
- Also asks
- licensed driver with an insured, working vehicle Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
- Also asks
- understands hospice philosophy Understand philosophy of hospice concept.
- Also asks
- good verbal, written communication and organization skills Demonstrate good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
Preferred
- Experience
- community health/hospice or medical/surgical experience Community health/hospice or medical/surgical experience is preferred.
What it pays
- Tuition assistance
- Offered
- Childcare
- Offered
- Eligibility
- benefits vary by employment status *Benefits may vary by employment status
Benefits
- Benefitsmedical, dental and vision insuranceMedical, Dental, Vision insurance
- Benefitshealth savings and flexible spending accounts, up to $5,000 for childcareHealth Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)
- Benefitstuition discounts and reimbursementTuition discounts & reimbursement
- Benefits401(k) with company match401(k) with company match
- Benefitsgenerous PTOGenerous PTO
- Benefitsmileage reimbursementMileage reimbursement
More benefits (4)
- Benefitswellness and discount programs, including childcare, gym memberships and pet insurance
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition discounts & reimbursement
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- pain and symptom management Manage pain and symptoms, checking how well treatments are working.
- Day to day
- patient and family teaching about the illness and care plan Teach and support patients and their families about the illness and care plan.
- Day to day
- coordinate care with the hospice team Help coordinate care by communicating with the hospice team (like aides, chaplains, social workers).
- Hours stated
- Every Other Saturday & Sunday (Part-Time)
- Weekends
- every other Saturday and Sunday Schedule: Every Other Saturday & Sunday (Part-Time)
- Details
- covers all of San Diego County Coverage area: San Diego County
The workplace
Your fit
Questions to ask
- Can you walk me through differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are floating and staffing support handled day to day?
On your path
Hospice is a specialty you move into. Med surg, oncology, or home health is the usual door in.
Original listing
Posted on Apreva Hospice’s careers page.
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Our Company Apreva Hospice Overview Office Location: 3333 Camino Del Rio South, Ste. 400, San Diego, CA 92108 Coverage area: San Diego County
Schedule
Every Other Saturday & Sunday (Part-Time) Are you a Licensed Practical Nurse looking for a new opportunity? APREVA HOSPICE is seeking a passionate, dedicated Hospice LPN to join our team in San Diego, CA . Our hospice LPNs provide expert, patient-centered care at a critical time in people’s lives.
If you’re ready to work in a supportive, fulling environment where your skills and empathy truly shine, apply today! How YOU will benefit Provide 1:1 care to make a lasting impact on patients and families Greater work/life balance with flexible scheduling options Less time on your feet compared to other settings Ability to work independently while also having team support Job stability and regular advancement opportunities with a growing company
As a Hospice LPN You will
Give hands-on care to patients nearing the end of life, following state nursing rules. Follow the care plan after assessing the patient’s needs. Keep clear and timely records of the care provided.
Teach and support patients and their families about the illness and care plan. Help coordinate care by communicating with the hospice team (like aides, chaplains, social workers). Manage pain and symptoms, checking how well treatments are working.
Take part in training and quality improvement activities to grow professionally and improve care. Responsibilities Benefits and Perks for You! Medical, Dental, Vision insurance Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare) Tuition discounts & reimbursement 401(k) with company match Generous PTO Mileage reimbursement Access to wellness and discount programs such as Noom, SkinIO (Virtual Skin Cancer Screening), childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, travel and entertainment discounts and more! *Benefits may vary by employment status Qualifications Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program.
Three years nursing experience. Community health/hospice or medical/surgical experience is preferred. Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the State.
Comply with accepted professional standards and practice. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order. Possess and maintain current CPR certification in states where required.
Understand philosophy of hospice concept. Also understand needs of the terminally ill. Use own knowledge and experience base and other resources as necessary to make logical decisions and solve problems.
Demonstrate good verbal and written communication, and organization skills. About our Line of Business Apreva Hospice, an affiliate of Adoration Health, is committed to bringing a high level of care to our patients and their families. We are able to do this by employing compassionate, skilled individuals who are committed to providing a true hospice experience for our patients.
Our mission and purpose are to honor and promote dignity and quality of life for our patients and their loved ones. If you are seeking a hospice that will allow you to provide meaningful care from day one, join our family of talented health care professionals. For more information, please visit www.aprevahospice.com.
Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn. Salary Range USD $34.00 - $40.00 / Hour
What's around it?
San Diego, CAFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about 12% above the US average
- Median rent
- $2,313/mo
- Household income
- $108,077/yr, all local households, not nurse pay