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Travel Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) - Homecare After-Hours | Lake Charles, Louisiana
Travel Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) needed in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to provide compassionate after-hours homecare and patient-centered hospice support. Join a dedicated hospice care team providing urgent, overnight, and end-of-life care to patients and families throughout the Lake Charles area. This travel nursing assignment offers the opportunity to deliver meaningful care in the home while supporting patients during critical moments. Lake Charles is a welcoming Gulf Coast community known for its friendly atmosphere, scenic outdoor spaces, and rich local culture.
Travel Nursing Job Details
Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,120-$2,230
Location: Lake Charles, Louisiana, with coverage within approximately a 60-mile radius
Patient Care Setting: Hospice nursing and homecare
Assignment Type: 13-week travel nursing assignment
Start Date: October 12, 2026
End Date: January 10, 2027
Hours: 40 hours per week; 80 hours every two weeks
Shift Duration: 8-hour shifts with after-hours and overnight coverage
Schedule: Weekday coverage from 4:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. and extended Friday-to-Monday coverage from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.
Weekend Requirement: No routine weekend requirement beyond the assigned after-hours rotation
Travel: Local travel between patient visits is required; mileage between visits is reimbursed
Dress Code: Scrubs
Hospice Registered Nurse Job Requirements Active Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for practice in Louisiana
Associate degree in nursing or equivalent nursing education
At least 1 year of professional Registered Nurse experience
Previous hospice nursing experience required
Homecare HomeBase (HCHB) and/or PointCare experience required
Strong preference for overnight, on-call, or after-hours hospice nursing experience
Ability to provide independent patient care in home and community-based settings
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for home health and hospice visits
Excellent patient assessment, communication, clinical documentation, and critical-thinking skills
Homecare Hospice RN Responsibilities Serve as the primary after-hours hospice nurse for patients and families
Respond promptly to urgent, overnight, and after-hours patient care needs
Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and identify changes in patient condition
Provide symptom management, comfort-focused nursing interventions, and education to patients and caregivers
Coordinate patient care with hospice providers, interdisciplinary team members, and other appropriate resources
Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation using Homecare HomeBase or PointCare
Support patients and families through end-of-life care with professionalism, empathy, and respect
Travel to patient homes throughout the assigned coverage area while maintaining safe and efficient care delivery
Follow hospice policies, clinical standards, and applicable regulatory requirements
Apply now to join a compassionate hospice healthcare team and make a meaningful difference as a Travel Hospice Registered Nurse in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Worksite address
lake charles, LA, 70612, US
Who can apply
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