Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN) - Per Diem

Overview

 

At Good Shepherd Hospice, our organization promotes the physical, emotional and spiritual well-being both of the person completing life's journey and their family members by providing comprehensive and compassionate end-of-life care of the highest quality. 

 

We are looking for a compassionate LPN with the "Hospice Heart" to join our care team who are committed to providing both medical and emotional support to patients and families.

 

Per Diem requirement is 6 shifts per month, covering evenings and weekends.

 

Responsibilities

Our Community Hospice LPN’s:

• Work under the supervision and assignment of the registered nurse to provide top-notch care to hospice patients and their families within a home setting. 
• Communicate status of patient to team 

• Help patient manage pain and end of life symptoms 
• Experience in home care, skilled nursing facilities and/or oncology preferred.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of one to two years prior bedside nursing experience required
• Current and valid NY State license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• Must have a current, valid New York State driver's license and own transportation
• Experience in home care, skilled nursing facilities

Pay Range

USD $33.00 - USD $40.00 /Yr.

Qualifications

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job, and it does not include the value of benefits.

 

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.