Visit Registered Nurse - PRN

Legacy Hospice; Hattiesburg (MS); Remote; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Tools provided for home visits

Flexible scheduling

Autonomy in role

Education and growth opportunities

Supportive team

Job summary

Legacy Hospice is seeking a compassionate Visit Registered Nurse (VRN) to provide in-home hospice care, support RN Case Managers, and respond to urgent needs. You will assess patients, develop care plans, and educate families in a home setting.

The role requires active RN licensure, BLS, and hospice experience. CHPN/BSN preferred. This PRN, hourly position offers flexible scheduling and mileage reimbursement for home visits.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in the state of employment.
• Hospice nursing experience preferred (1 year minimum).
• CHPN certification and/or BSN preferred where applicable.
• Active BLS certification and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform focused nursing assessments and address acute hospice needs.
• Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.
• Complete initial and comprehensive patient and family assessments.
• Develop and revise individualized care plans with patient and caregiver.
• Administer medications and educate families on care techniques.
• Counsel on symptom management and end-of-life issues.
• Maintain timely clinical documentation and support home visits.

Skills

RN licensed (state)

Hospice nursing experience (1 year)

CHPN certification preferred

BSN preferred

BLS certified

Strong communication

Driver's license

Education

RN licensure in state of employment

BSN preferred

Job description

PRN Visit Registered Nurse (VRN) – Hospice Care

Location: Heidelberg/Waynesboro

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

If you have a passion for delivering compassionate care and supporting patients through life’s most delicate transitions, we welcome you to apply.