Visit Registered Nurse - PRN

PRN Visit Registered Nurse (VRN) Hospice Care

Location: Osceola, AR Status: Hourly | Non-Exempt

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.