RN - Hospice - PRN
Company : Encompass Health
Location : Vidalia, LA, 71373
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 11 January 2026
Overview
Are you in search of a new career opportunity that makes a meaningful impact? If so, now is the time to find your calling at Enhabit Home Health & Hospice.
As a national leader in home-based care, Enhabit is consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the country. We’re committed to expanding what’s possible for patient care in the home, all while fostering a unique culture that is both innovative and collaborative.
At Enhabit, the best of what’s next starts with us. We not only make it a priority to maintain an ethical and stable workplace but also continually invest in our employees. By extending ongoing professional development opportunities and providing cutting-edge technology solutions, we ensure our employees are always moving their careers forward and prepared to deliver a better way to care for our patients.
Ever-mindful of the need for employees to care for themselves and their families, Enhabit offers competitive benefits that support and promote healthy lifestyle choices. Subject to employee eligibility, some benefits, tools and resources include:
- 30 days PDO – Up to 6 weeks (PDO includes company observed holidays)
- Continuing education opportunities
- Scholarship program for employees
- Matching 401(k) plan for all employees
- Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time employees
- Supplemental insurance policies for life, disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance plans for full-time employees
- Flexible spending account plans for full-time employees
- Minimum essential coverage health insurance plan for all employees
- Electronic medical records and mobile devices for all clinicians
- Incentivized bonus plan
Responsibilities
Administer skilled care to patients requiring intermittent professional services. Teach the patient, family, and other members of the health care team. Perform services in accordance with the physician’s orders and the established plan of care (POC).
Qualifications
- Must be a graduate of an approved school of clinical education.
- Must be licensed in the state where they currently practice.
- Must have at least one year experience as a licensed professional.
- Must have basic demonstrated technology skills, including operation of a mobile device.
Education and experience, preferred
- Experience as a licensed professional may be deferred with a review and approval from the regional vice president or regional director.
- Medicare home health or hospice experience is preferred.
Requirements
- Must possess a valid state driver license
- Must maintain automobile liability insurance as required by law
- Must maintain dependable transportation in good working condition
- Must be able to safely drive an automobile in all types of weather conditions
- Must possess CPR certification for the healthcare provider
Additional Information
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We work to promote differences in a collaborative and respectful manner. We are committed to a work environment that supports, encourages and motivates all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. At Enhabit, we celebrate and embrace the special differences that makes our community extraordinary.
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Frequently asked questions
Vidalia, LA offers a more community-focused hospice nursing experience with less patient volume than metropolitan areas. While the pace might be gentler, RNs still deliver high-quality intermittent care. The local demand for PRN hospice nurses remains steady, balancing personal connection with professional responsibilities unique to smaller towns.
Besides a valid RN license in Louisiana, employers often favor candidates with CPR certification and Medicare home health or hospice experience. State regulations mandate automobile insurance and reliable transportation for home visits, reflecting the mobile nature of hospice care in rural and semi-rural areas like Vidalia.
Exceptional communication, adaptability to varying patient needs, and proficiency with mobile electronic medical records are crucial. Since PRN hospice nurses provide intermittent skilled care, being self-directed and comfortable teaching patients and families about care plans enhances effectiveness in this role.
Daily tasks include administering skilled nursing interventions aligned with physician orders, educating patients and families, and documenting care accurately on mobile devices. The intermittent schedule means flexibility is key, as visits vary based on patient needs and plan of care adjustments.
Encompass Health invests in ongoing professional development and offers scholarships, enabling PRN nurses to advance clinical skills or transition into full-time roles. The culture encourages innovation and career progression, supporting nurses eager to deepen hospice expertise or explore case management.
The company provides cutting-edge technology and incentivized bonuses even for PRN staff, fostering career momentum. Its commitment to ethical workplace culture and comprehensive benefits, including education programs and flexible scheduling, distinguishes it within the home health and hospice sector.
Hospice PRN nurses in Vidalia typically earn between $25 and $35 per hour, reflecting regional cost of living and demand. Rates may vary based on experience, certifications, and specific employer incentives like bonuses or benefits, making Encompass Health’s competitive packages attractive locally.
While PRN hospice RNs primarily deliver scheduled skilled care, they occasionally handle triage, assessing urgent patient needs and coordinating with physicians. Strong clinical judgment and familiarity with hospice protocols empower nurses to respond effectively during unpredictable scenarios.
Offering up to 6 weeks paid time off, continuing education, and flexible spending accounts, Encompass Health supports nurses’ health and personal growth. These amenities help PRN staff maintain wellbeing while juggling variable schedules, fostering long-term job satisfaction.
Dependable personal transportation with valid driver’s license and automobile insurance is mandatory due to frequent home visits in diverse weather. Nurses must ensure vehicles are well-maintained to safely reach patients across Vidalia’s rural and suburban areas.