Local Contract Nurse RN - Home Health
Lafayette, LA
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Position Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Hospice Registered Nurse to provide high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals in a home setting within the Lafayette area. This role focuses on delivering end-of-life care with dignity, supporting patients and families, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal comfort and outcomes.

Schedule & Work Details:

• Location: Lafayette and surrounding areas within a 50-mile radius
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Weekly Guarantee: 40 hours
• On-Call/Weekend Requirement:
  • 1 Friday every 8 weeks
  • 1 Saturday and Sunday every 4 weeks
• Mileage Reimbursement: Yes, between patient visits (first to last patient)
• Pay Rate: $51 to $53 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide skilled nursing care to hospice patients in their homes
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and monitor for changes in condition
• Develop, implement, and update individualized plan of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
• Provide symptom and pain management to ensure patient comfort
• Educate patients and families on disease progression, medications, and end-of-life care
• Coordinate care with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and other care team members
• Respond to on-call needs and provide support during scheduled rotation
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation
• Support patients and families emotionally during the hospice journey

Required Qualifications:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• Prior hospice nursing experience required
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work independently in a field setting

Preferred Qualifications:

• Positive, flexible, and team-oriented attitude
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt to changing patient needs and schedules