Under the direction of the Clinical Care Lead, in collaboration with the interdisciplinary hospice team, including physicians, social workers, spiritual care providers, volunteers, and other allied health professionals,, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing end-of-life care to residents and their families, in accordance with the standards of practice as outlined by the Newfoundland & Labrador College of Nurses.
The expectations of this role include maintaining strict confidentiality of all resident information in accordance with the Personal Health Information Act (PHIA); conducting ongoing comprehensive nursing assessments on all residents while meeting their ever changing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs; and engaging in a therapeutic relationship with all residents and families while delivering the best possible care experience.
Key responsibilities include:
- Provides direct nursing and palliative care to residents ensuring that the emotional, spiritual and physical comfort needs, and safety of residents and their families are met to the greatest possible extent on an ongoing and consistent basis.
- Performs routine nursing duties in accordance with Lionel Kelland Hospice policies and procedures and Standards of Nursing Practice as defined by the Newfoundland & Labrador College of Nurses for LPNs.
- Collaborates with team members to promote communication and compliance with policies, procedures and applicable legislation.
- Receives and transcribes physicians’ orders.
- Administers and records medication as prescribed and as per scope of practice.
- Maintains the highest standards of accurate and complete documentation and reporting of a resident’s ongoing status.
- Follows the appropriate process upon the death of a resident.
- Provides support to the Registered Nurse, Personal Care Attendants and volunteers, as appropriate.
- Assumes other related duties as assigned by the Clinical Care Lead.
- *See the attached Position Description for a more detailed list of responsibilities.
Our Ideal Candidate
- Current registration with the Newfoundland & Labrador College of Nurses.
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in palliative, hospice, or end-of-life care is preferred; equivalent experience and demonstrated competency will be considered.
- Demonstrated expertise in pain and symptom management and relevant clinical skills.
- Knowledgeable about, and committed to, the hospice philosophy of care.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work with residents and their families living with and dying from advanced illness.
- Strong resident-centered focus.
- A strong and clear understanding of ethics, especially related to hospice palliative care.
- Certification in Hospice Palliative Care Nursing (CHPCN(C)) through the Canadian Nurses Association, or commitment to working toward certification, is considered a strong asset. Completion of other palliative care education, i.e. LEAP and/or The Fundamentals of Hospice Palliative Care is also considered an asset.
Other Skills and Abilities
- A strong sense of dedication to the mission, values, and goals of Lionel Kelland Hospice.
- Proven ability to effectively communicate with all levels of clinical and non-clinical personnel with a warm, compassionate, and caring attitude and a commitment to teamwork.
- Demonstrates awareness of, and sensitivity to, diverse cultural, spiritual, and personal values, with a commitment to culturally safe and inclusive end-of-life care.
- Comfortable discussing death and dying with residents and families, and able to work with residents living with and dying from advanced illness.
- Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team; able to perform and prioritize multiple functions and tasks.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position, including the ability to work both 12-hour day and night shifts.
- Demonstrated computer skills and experience with electronic information systems.
Hours of Work
12-hour shifts, for a total of 84 hours biweekly.
Hourly Rate Range
$28 – $32 per hour, commensurate with experience and education.
How to Apply
Please email a detailed cover letter and resume to: humanresources@lionelkellandhospice.ca
Deadline for applications: Wednesday, July 1st, 2026, at 4 pm NST.