Per Diem Hospice RN: Compassionate Patient Care

Chapters Health; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

Chapters Health in Ocala, FL is seeking a Per Diem RN to provide palliative, supportive, and direct patient care across facilities and homes within the service area. You’ll assess patient needs, coordinate care with IDG, and ensure compassionate, compliant nursing practices.

The role emphasizes admissions, care planning, documentation, and collaboration with physicians to maximize comfort for terminally ill patients and their families. A valid RN license in Florida and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• Current license as RN in the state where the employee will be working.
• Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
• Minimum one (1) year nursing experience in hospice or hospital experience preferred.
• Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR (Electronic Medical/Health Record) system.
• Mobile Driver - Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy.
• Reliable transportation to meet visit schedule.
• Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal and written).
• Flexible schedule to meet the needs of Hospice House patients.
• Ability to manage the emotional stress of working with and caring for terminally ill patients and their families.
• Ability to physically access patient rooms, other areas of the Hospice House/Hospital/ALF, etc., and any home (i.e., navigate stairs and narrow spaces, tolerate heat and lack of air conditioning) within any part of the service area.
• Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Employees working at PACE, certification of completion of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Training through the Florida Department of Elder Affairs.

Responsibilities

• Completes clinical admissions for all Company services including, but not limited to: explains services to potential patients/families and addresses questions regarding patient fears, physical limitations, while putting the patient/family at ease; presents services in an empathetic and compassionate manner.
• Identifies admission objections, concerns or other entry barriers and provides responses.
• Educates patient/family on admission requirements and addresses immediate needs.
• Completes informed consents and initial assessment according to regulations and Company policy.
• Provides information to Physicians and initiates Plan of Care to address patient’s immediate needs.
• Initiates skilled nursing interventions to prevent complications, alleviate symptoms and maximize physical and emotional comfort.
• Obtains Physician orders.
• Completes documentation per Company policy.
• Acts as the Company representative at assigned facilities while facilitating referrals to all service lines; works closely with referring hospitals, physicians, facilities, patients, families, and the general public.
• Communicates frequently with Admissions to ensure timely follow-up. When assignment is complete, informs Admissions and prepares for next assignment.
• Provides all necessary clinical communication timely using SBAR.
• Discusses any potential needs with after-hours staff.
• Obtains consents for services and arranges safe discharge in an efficient manner for referred and eligible patients while meeting productivity expectations.
• Obtains medical record information for the referral.
• Develops strong relationships with case managers, physicians, etc. at facilities.
• Works with Professional Relations Representatives (PRRs) to provide education on all available services.
• Provides care for any GIP patients in a hospital including daily visits, professional management, documentation and efficient discharge.
• Competencies:Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position.
• Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients.
• Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse.
• Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices.
• Observe the Company's health, safety and security practices.
• Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company.
• Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner.
• Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations.
• Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels.
• Improve own professional knowledge and skill level.
• Advance electronic media skills.
• Support Company research and educational activities.
• Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally.
• Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position.

Skills

RN license

BLS

Hospice exp

EMR/EHR

Driver's license

Reliable transport

English comm

Flexible schedule

Emotional resilience

Physical stamina

Alzheimer's Training

Education

RN license (FL)

Tools

EMR/EHR system

Job description

Chapters Health in Ocala, FL is seeking a Per Diem RN to provide palliative, supportive, and direct patient care across facilities and homes within the service area. You’ll assess patient needs, coordinate care with IDG, and ensure compassionate, compliant nursing practices.

The role emphasizes admissions, care planning, documentation, and collaboration with physicians to maximize comfort for terminally ill patients and their families. A valid RN license in Florida and BLS are required.