PRN Visit RN — Home Hospice Care with Impact

Legacy Hospice, Inc.; Kennett (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Tools provided for home visits

Flexible scheduling

Supportive team

Job summary

Legacy Hospice, Inc. is seeking a compassionate Visit Registered Nurse (VRN) to join our team providing in-home hospice care.

You will perform focused assessments, coordinate with the interdisciplinary team, and develop care plans with patients and families to ensure quality, compassionate end-of-life care. This PRN position requires an active RN license in Missouri, BLS certification, and 1+ year hospice experience.

Qualifications

• RN licensed in the state of employment.
• CHPN and/or BSN preferred.
• Minimum 1 year hospice nursing experience required (2+ years preferred).
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform focused nursing assessments and address acute needs of hospice patients.
• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Ability to work with minimal supervis

Education

RN license in state of employment

CHPN and/or BSN preferred

Job description

Legacy Hospice, Inc. is seeking a compassionate Visit Registered Nurse (VRN) to join our team providing in-home hospice care.

You will perform focused assessments, coordinate with the interdisciplinary team, and develop care plans with patients and families to ensure quality, compassionate end-of-life care. This PRN position requires an active RN license in Missouri, BLS certification, and 1+ year hospice experience.