Contract RN - Registered Nurse Hospice

Nurses Direct; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance available upon start of assignment

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Registered Nurse in Lake Charles, United States. The position requires effective patient care, assessment of learning needs, and management of nursing resources. Candidates must hold a current RN license and possess at least 1 year of home health experience. Proficiency in HCHB EMR and strong communication skills are essential. The role provides immediate health insurance benefits upon starting the assignment.

Qualifications

• RN – Registered Nurse license required.
• Minimum 1 year experience in Home Health setting as RN.
• Strong experience in managing patient care.
• Valid Driver License and Auto Insurance necessary.
• Preferred 2 years' experience in relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care using nursing processes.
• Assess learning needs and implement teaching strategies.
• Communicate and manage nursing team resources effectively.
• Evaluate and promote change for optimal outcomes.
• Adapt behavior according to patient population needs.

Skills

Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Good organizational and time management skills

Ability to demonstrate good judgement

Education

Registered nurse degree

Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing

Tools

HCHB EMR

Job description

Lake Charles, United States | Posted on 02/15/2026

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of the patient, family and other groups or disciplines.
• Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources (human and fiscal) properly and serves as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
• Uses data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change in order to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Embraces concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale and improvement in the profession of nursing.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Heavy Work – Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work.
• Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.
• The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.
• Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

Requirements

RN – Registered Nurse

License of State in which intend to work or Compact License

Minimum 1 year experience in Home Health setting as RN

2 year experience preferred

Valid Driver License and Auto Insurance

HCHB EMR experience

Local or travel accepted

Education

Required – Registered nurse degree

Preferred – Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing.

Certifications

Required – Current registered nurse (RN) license in state of practice.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational and time management skills and ability to be self-directed.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgement.

Benefits

Health insurance available upon start of assignment.