Hospice Nurse Practitioner - PRN

Job Description

Nurse Practitioner – Hospice Care

Location: New Albany, MS

Job Type: PRN

About Us

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

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Supportive, mission-driven team environment

Make every visit count—because every moment matters.