Visit Registered Nurse - PRN

Legacy Hospice, Inc.; Fredericktown (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful hospice care

Flexible scheduling

Autonomy in your role

Supportive team environment

Mileage reimbursement for home visits

Job summary

Legacy Hospice, Inc. is seeking a compassionate Visit Registered Nurse (VRN) to join our team in Fredericktown, MO. This PRN, hourly role supports RN Case Managers by delivering in-home hospice care and responding to urgent patient needs.

You will perform focused assessments, develop care plans with families, administer treatments, educate caregivers, and document care. The position offers flexible scheduling, a mission-driven environment, and opportunities for ongoing professional growth within

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state of employment.
• Minimum 1 year hospice nursing experience; 2+ years preferred.
• CHPN and/or BSN are preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform focused nursing assessments and address acute hospice needs.
• Ensure continuity of care through effective communication with the team.
• Complete initial and comprehensive patient and family assessments.
• Develop and revise individualized care plans with patient and caregiver.
• Administer prescribed medications and educate families on care techniques.
• Counsel patients and families on symptom management and end-of-life care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and comfort-focused care.
• Respond promptly to changes in patient condition or caregiver concerns.
• Collaborate with case managers to coordinate supplies and services.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and quality initiatives.

Skills

RN license (state)

BLS certification

Strong communication skills

Self-motivated

Driver's license

Education

BSN preferred

Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) preferred

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PRN Visit Registered Nurse (VRN) – Hospice Care

Location: Fredericktown, MO
Status: Hourly | Non-Exempt

About Us

Legacy Hospice is seeking a compassionate and experienced Visit Registered Nurse (VRN) to join our dedicated team. In this role, you’ll provide vital care and support to patients in their homes, supplementing our RN Case Managers and ensuring timely responses to urgent needs.

What You’ll 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 driver's 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