RN Hospice PRN

Amedisys; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Telehealth

Paid time off

Wellness rewards

Counseling support

401(k) match

Family leave

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Amedisys in Lafayette, LA is seeking a PRN Registered Nurse to provide in-home patient care and coordinate the plan of care with the care team. This role supports patients where they feel most comfortable—at home.

This position offers flexible scheduling, competitive pay of $35.00–$37.00 per hour, and a strong benefits package including medical plans with telehealth, PTO, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in state(s) of assignment.
• One year of nursing experience preferred; new graduate program available.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Performs initial nursing assessment on new admissions.
• Completes and revises the total plan of care with continuity of patient care.
• Communicates patient progress to the clinical manager, physician and care team.
• Maintains patient care records with accuracy and timeliness.
• Educates families on patient condition and needs.
• Performs on-call responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Registered nurse

CPR certification

Driver's license

Education

RN license

Job description

Overview

PRN

Make a difference every day as an Amedisys registered nurse

Join Amedisys-one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.-where flexibility, purpose and growth come together to help patients heal where they feel most comfortable, at home.

Attractive pay

• $35.00 - $37.00 Hourly

What's in it for you

• Choice of PPO or HSA medical plans with free telehealth.
• Paid time off.
• Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services with Amedisys HSA plan.
• Up to $500 in wellness rewards for activities-use for spa, gym, sports, hobbies, pets and more.*
• Mental health support with up to five free counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance program.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• Family support with infertility treatment coverage*, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave.
• Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement.
• And more.

*Benefit eligibility can vary by position and shift status.

*Participation requires enrollment in an Amedisys medical plan.

Responsibilities

• Performs initial nursing assessment on new admissions.
• Completes, coordinates, and revises the total plan of care and maintains continuity of patient care by collaborating with appropriate staff.
• Regularly communicates patient progress to the clinical manager, physician, and care team.
• Develops, prepares, and maintains individualized patient care progress records with accuracy, timeliness and according to care center policies.
• Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate.
• Educates families on patient condition, needs and care.
• Makes referrals to other hospice care disciplines as needed, or documents rationale for not doing so.
• Performs on-call responsibilities and on-call services to patients/families as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current RN license, specific to the state(s) you are assigned to work.
• One year of nursing experience preferred. If less than one year of nursing experience, you can be considered for the RN new graduate program.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographical markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.