Hospice Nurse Practitioner - PRN
About The Position
Legacy Hospice is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to provide compassionate, patient-centered hospice care to individuals and families facing life-limiting illness. The role serves patients in the comfort of their homes and involves clinical assessment, care planning, coordination with the hospice team, patient and caregiver education, and accurate documentation. The position is PRN and based in Corinth, Mississippi. The Nurse Practitioner will conduct face-to-face hospice eligibility assessments; complete comprehensive evaluations, including histories and physical exams; develop and update individualized care plans; prescribe medications and treatments; and participate in quality improvement and compliance initiatives. The role requires independent work, effective time management, and the ability to respond urgently to patient needs. Legacy Hospice is a drug-free workplace and requires pre-employment drug screening, including marijuana testing.
Requirements
- Licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of employment.
- Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
- Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience.
- Current BLS/CPR certification.
- Valid driver’s license and auto insurance, with reliable transportation.
- Comfort using mobile technology and electronic charting systems, such as Homecare Homebase and Microsoft 365.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Compassionate and professional bedside manner.
- Successful completion of required pre-employment drug screening, including testing for marijuana.
Nice To Haves
- Certification in hospice, palliative care, or geriatrics.
- Experience in hospice, home health, or a similar setting.
Responsibilities
- Conduct face-to-face hospice eligibility assessments.
- Perform comprehensive patient evaluations, including histories and physical exams, and coordinate 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.
- Respond urgently to patient needs.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Flexible scheduling
- Supportive, mission-driven team environment
