RN - Hospice

Adelphi Medical Staffing; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Adelphi Medical Staffing is seeking a Specialty RN for Hospice/Palliative Medicine in Lake Charles, LA. The role is contract/per diem with shifts covering days, evenings, and nights.

The RN must hold an active license, have ADN or BSN, and at least 1 year of RN experience (hospice/palliative, oncology, or med-surg preferred). The position emphasizes compassionate, independent practice within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Active RN license required.
• Graduate of accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN).
• Minimum 1 year RN experience; hospice/palliative, oncology, or med-surg preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders.
• Provide education to patients and families on disease progression and end-of-life needs.
• Coordinate care with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and team members.
• Document patient status and care accurately and timely.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and care planning.

Skills

Assessment

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

ADN or BSN

Job description

Lake Charles,, United States | Posted on 10/13/2026

• Specialty RN - Hospice/Palliative Medicine
• Date Opened 10/13/2026
• State/Province Louisiana
• City Lake Charles,
• Country United States

Job Description

Summary:

• Ref #: DP-RN-LA-Lake
• Profession: Registered Nurse
• Specialty: Hospice / Palliative Care
• Job Type: Contract/Per Diem
• Location: Lake Charles, , LA
• Start: ASAP
• Facility Type: Hospice
• Shift Type: Days, Evenings, Nights
• Rate: $38.70/hour

Requirements:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN)
• Minimum of 1 year of RN experience; hospice, palliative, oncology, or med-surg experience preferred
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills
• Ability to provide compassionate care in emotionally challenging situations
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Responsibilities:

• Assess patient physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care
• Manage pain and symptoms in accordance with physician orders and care plans
• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions safely and accurately
• Provide education and support to patients and families regarding disease progression, care plans, and end-of-life needs
• Coordinate care with physicians, social workers, chaplains, aides, and other team members
• Monitor patient status and report changes promptly
• Document assessments, care, and patient responses accurately and timely
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and care planning
• Provide emotional support and guidance to patients and families during end-of-life care