Visit Registered Nurse – PRN

Legacy Hospice, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Legacy Hospice is seeking a compassionate Visit Registered Nurse (VRN) to support patients in their homes, working alongside RN Case Managers to ensure timely responses to urgent needs. You will perform nursing assessments, collapse care plans, administer medications, and educate families on symptom management.

Field visits require a valid license and reliable vehicle. The role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, timely documentation, and ongoing quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state of employment.
• CHPN and/or BSN preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of hospice nursing experience; 2 years preferred.
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable vehicle and proof of insurance.

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 educate families on care techniques.

Skills

RN license

CHPN preferred

BSN preferred

BLS certification

strong communication

drive with valid license

Education

BSN preferred

CHPN certification preferred

Job description

PRN Visit Registered Nurse VRN Hospice Care Location Demopolis AL 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 youll provide vital care and support to patients in their homes supplementing our RN Case Managers and ensuring timely responses to urgent needs What Youll Do Perform focused nursing assessments and address acute needs of hospice patients as directedEnsure continuity of care through effective communication with the interdisciplinary teamComplete initial and comprehensive assessments of patients and families to determine hospice needsDevelop and revise individualized care plans in collaboration with the patient and caregiverAdminister prescribed medications and treatments and educate families on care techniquesCounsel patients and families on symptom management and end of life issuesMaintain accurate and timely clinical documentationAssist patients with activities of daily living and promote comfort focused careRespond promptly to changes in patient condition or caregiver concernsCollaborate with case managers to ensure needed supplies and services are providedParticipate in interdisciplinary team meetings and quality improvement initiativesQualifications Registered Nurse RN licensed in the state of employmentCertified Hospice and Palliative Nurse CHPN andor BSN preferredMinimum 1 year of hospice nursing experience required 2 years preferredActive Basic Life Support BLS certificationStrong written and verbal communication skillsSelf motivated and capable of working with minimal supervisionValid drivers license reliable vehicle and proof of insurancePlease 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 careFlexible scheduling and autonomy in your roleSupportive team environment with strong leadershipOpportunities for ongoing education and professional growthMileage reimbursement and tools provided for home visitsIf you have a passion for delivering compassionate care and supporting patients through lifes most delicate transitions we welcome you to apply