Hospice Nurse Practitioner - PRN

Job Description

Job Description

Nurse Practitioner – Hospice Care

Location: Corinth, MS
Job Type: PRN

Legacy Hospice provides compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals and families facing life-limiting illness. We’re seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our team and help ensure our patients receive high-quality, holistic care in the comfort of their homes.

This role offers the opportunity to provide clinical expertise, build relationships with patients and families, and make a meaningful difference every day.

What You’ll Do

As a Nurse Practitioner, you will:

• Conduct face-to-face hospice eligibility assessments
• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations, including histories, physical exams, and coordination of care
• Develop and update individualized hospice care plans
• Collaborate with the hospice medical director and interdisciplinary team
• Prescribe medications and treatments according to patient needs
• Educate patients and caregivers about symptom management, disease progression, and care planning
• Participate in quality improvement and compliance initiatives
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation

Qualifications

• Licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of employment
• Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Certification in hospice, palliative care, or geriatrics (preferred)
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience (hospice, home health, or similar preferred)
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation
• Comfortable using mobile technology and electronic charting systems (Homecare Homebase, Microsoft 365, etc.)
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and respond urgently to patient needs
• Compassionate and professional bedside manner
• Please note: Legacy Hospice is a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug screening is required, including testing for marijuana.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Supportive, mission-driven team environment

Apply today to join a team that values integrity, compassion, and clinical excellence.
Make every visit count—because every moment matters.