Visit Registered Nurse PRN
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Job Location:
Hattiesburg, MS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
PRN Visit Registered Nurse (VRN) Hospice Care
Location: Hattiesburg MS
Status: Hourly Non-Exempt
About Us
Legacy Hospice is seeking a compassionate and experienced Visit Registered Nurse (VRN) to join our dedicated this role youll provide vital care and support to patients in their homes supplementing our RN Case Managers and ensuring timely responses to urgent needs.
What Youll Do
- Perform focused nursing assessments and address acute needs of hospice patients as directed
- Ensure continuity of care through effective communication with the interdisciplinary team
- Complete initial and comprehensive assessments of patients and families to determine hospice needs
- Develop and revise individualized care plans in collaboration with the patient and caregiver
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments and educate families on care techniques
- Counsel patients and families on symptom management and end-of-life issues
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Assist patients with activities of daily living and promote comfort-focused care
- Respond promptly to changes in patient condition or caregiver concerns
- Collaborate with case managers to ensure needed supplies and services are provided
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and quality improvement initiatives
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in the state of employment
- Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) and/or BSN preferred
- Minimum 1 year of hospice nursing experience required (2 years preferred)
- Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision
- Valid drivers license reliable vehicle and proof of insurance
- Please note: Legacy Hospice is a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug screening is required including testing for marijuana.
What We Offer
- A meaningful mission-driven career in hospice care
- Flexible scheduling and autonomy in your role
- Supportive team environment with strong leadership
- Opportunities for ongoing education and professional growth
- Mileage reimbursement and tools provided for home visits
If you have a passion for delivering compassionate care and supporting patients through lifes most delicate transitions we welcome you to apply.
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- ICU Experience
- Hospice Care
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Home Care
- Nursing
- Catheterization
- Critical Care Experience
- Medication Administration
- Tube Feeding
About Company
Providing compassionate hospice care, education, and support for all our patients and their loved ones so they are as comfortable as possible.
