Hospice Field Float RN — Per Diem, Flexible Schedule

Chapters Health System; Florida; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Chapters Health System in Florida is seeking a Per Diem RN to provide compassionate palliative and supportive care to patients and families within hospice settings. You will assess patient needs, coordinate the Plan of Care with the Interdisciplinary Group, and deliver high-quality care for the patient/family unit.

This role requires an active RN license in Florida, BLS certification, and experience in hospice or hospital care.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the state of employment.
• Active BLS for healthcare professionals.
• Minimum one year nursing experience in hospice or hospital setting preferred.
• Experience with EMR/EHR systems.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy.
• Reliable transportation to meet visit schedule.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written).
• Flexible schedule to meet Hospice House patient needs.
• Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements.
• PACE employees: Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Training cert per Florida Dept. of Elder Affairs.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to patients and families as part of IDG with psychosocial and spiritual components.
• Coordinate the Plan of Care reflecting evolving patient needs.
• Educate patient and family about disease, palliative interventions and safety practices.
• Report changes in patient condition to IDG or other health professionals.
• Participate with IDG to evaluate hospice referrals/admissions for level of care.
• Attend patient deaths; prepare body for transport; oversee medication disposal.
• Provide bereavement interventions with psychosocial staff.
• Presents concise reports to IDG; encourage input from all disciplines.
• Communicate with physicians, staff, patients and families; collaborate with others.
• Supervise care by LPNs and contract nurses.
• May be required to report to work in emergencies to ensure continuity of services.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

RN license

BLS certification

English communication

Hospice experience

EMR/EHR experience

Valid driver’s license

Reliable transportation

Physical stamina

Flexibility

Cross training readiness

Tools

EMR/EHR system

Job description

Chapters Health System in Florida is seeking a Per Diem RN to provide compassionate palliative and supportive care to patients and families within hospice settings. You will assess patient needs, coordinate the Plan of Care with the Interdisciplinary Group, and deliver high-quality care for the patient/family unit.

This role requires an active RN license in Florida, BLS certification, and experience in hospice or hospital care.