RN Baylor

Community Hospice and Palliative Care; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Hospice and Palliative Care in Florida seeks an experienced RN Baylor to provide skilled nursing care for hospice patients on weekends and one weekday, coordinating symptom management, education, and end-of-life planning.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams, with documentation in EMR and adherence to care protocols.

Weekend shifts are Saturdays and Sundays 8am-8pm, plus one weekday 8:30am-5pm, based on organizational needs.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in acute care, oncology, home health, or hospice preferred.
• Florida RN license and CPR certification required.
• Valid Florida driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled nursing assessments and interventions per care plans.
• Educate patients and caregivers on disease progression and end-of-life expectations.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and practitioners to manage symptoms.
• Maintain EMR documentation in real time and accuracy.
• Participate in IDG meetings and provide end-of-shift reports.
• Uphold nursing standards and participate in ongoing education.
• Support agency quality assurance and comply with protocols.

Skills

Assessment skills

Symptom management

Effective communication

Emotional intelligence

EMR documentation

Emergency responsiveness

Hospice care familiarity

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Diploma/ADN/BSN in nursing

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Position Summary

The RN Baylor provides skilled nursing care to hospice patients during weekends and one weekday, ensuring comprehensive assessment, symptom management, treatment, and coordination of care. The nurse collaborates with patients, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams to support end-of-life care needs. The role includes emotional support, patient education, and compliance with care protocols in a variety of care settings.

Work hours include every Saturday and Sunday from 8am-8pm and one weekday (either Monday or Friday) from 830a-5p, based on organizational needs.

Essential Functions

• Perform skilled nursing assessments and interventions in accordance with care plans and physician orders.
• Provide education to patients and caregivers on disease progression and end-of-life expectations.
• Collaborate with patients, caregivers, and healthcare practitioners to manage symptoms and adjust care plans.
• Maintain real-time communication with supervisors and clinical teams, reporting patient status changes and visit outcomes.
• Document all care encounters in the electronic medical record (EMR) in a timely and accurate manner.
• Participate in interdisciplinary group (IDG) meetings and provide end-of-shift reports as needed.
• Maintain professional standards of nursing, adhere to ethical conduct, and pursue ongoing education.
• Participate in agency quality assurance activities and comply with compliance protocols.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Critical Skills

• Strong assessment and symptom management skills
• Effective communication and emotional intelligence
• Proficiency in documentation and use of EMRs
• Ability to function effectively in emergencies and independently solve problems
• Familiarity with hospice care principles and interdisciplinary collaboration

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in acute care, oncology, home health, or hospice settings preferred

License / Certification

• Current Registered Nurse license in the State of Florida
• Current CPR certification
• Valid Florida driver’s license and reliable transportation with an acceptable driving record

Education

• Degree from a diploma nursing program, associate degree, or bachelor’s degree in nursing

Other Requirements

• Medical clearance for communicable diseases before patient contact
• Current immunizations, including but not limited to TB, Hepatitis, and Flu
• Participation in internal training and continuing education programs
• Adherence to the American Nurses Association professional standards and the Nurse Practice Act

The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed. However, any equivalent combination of education and/or experience, which provide an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, is acceptable.

This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions required of employees in this position. The organization reserves the right to modify or amend the duties of the position or to require that additional tasks be performed as organizational needs change. This description does not constitute a contract of employment, and employment with the organization is at-will, meaning either the employee or the organization may terminate the relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.