What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weekend Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN position at Suncrest Hospice?
Why Suncrest
At Suncrest Hospice our goal is to change the expectation of hospice care in your area by providing exceptional care and service to our patients. This is achieved by allocating the resources to increase our staff to patient ratios, thereby increasing clinical visits while lowering clinician caseloads. We are proud to be a Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP) certified hospice. If you have a commitment to providing the highest quality of care to patients and their families, we would like to hear from you!
Benefits
- Actual Work/Life Balance
- Competitive Pay
- Sick Pay accrual
- 401k plan with employer match and 100% vesting after 90 days of employment
- A culture with an emphasis on appreciating and valuing the team member
- The opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing national company, with possible position upgrades
Details
We are seeking a part-time LPN to work 12-hour shifts on weekends. This role includes triaging hospice calls, managing the referral and intake process, and providing field visits as needed. The ideal candidate is calm under pressure, confident in decision-making, and comfortable working independently while collaborating with a broader interdisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Triaging after-hours and weekend hospice calls to ensure timely and appropriate interventions
- Supporting the intake and referral process with compassion and efficiency
- Completing in-person field visits when necessary to assess patient needs
- Accurately documenting in the EMR system and communicating with the care team
- Providing holistic, patient-centered care with sensitivity to emotional, physical, and spiritual needs
Qualifications
- Current LPN license in PA
- Hospice experience required
- Experience with EMR systems required
- Proficient with computers and comfortable navigating digital tools
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively
- Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, & auto insurance for travel within the service area
- Open to a candidate seeking a full time or part time position. Availability to work Saturday and Sunday 8a to 8p is a must.
