Location: Hattiesburg, MS
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.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Hattiesburg, MS
Skills
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Case Managementunmatched
Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN)unmatched
Clinical Study Publicationsunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Driver's Licenseunmatched
Health Planunmatched
Hospice Careunmatched
Insuranceunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Medication Administrationunmatched
Needs Assessmentunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Patient Assessmentunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Patient Educationunmatched
Prescription Drugsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Quality Assuranceunmatched
Quality Managementunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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