RN Crisis Care

LE10005 Empath Payroll Services, LLC; Port Charlotte (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits & Wellness

5+ weeks PTO

CEU support

Tuition reimbursement

Advancement opportunities

Make a Difference

Job summary

Tidewell Hospice in Florida is seeking a registered nurse to support patient and family care on 8p-8a shifts across a coordinated care plan under the IDG. You will assess needs, implement plans, and monitor comfort for patients with advanced illness, collaborating with physicians and the care team to improve quality of life.

You’ll provide education, coordinate services, and ensure confidentiality while delivering compassionate, patient-centered Full Life Care.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse licensed in Florida.
• BSN preferred for hospice care.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Experience in public health, home nursing, oncology, medical/surgical, geriatric, or hospice nursing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient/family care under the direction of the primary physician and RN.
• Identify patient/family needs and implement care plans.
• Contribute to the interdisciplinary group (IDG) and follow the individualized plan of care.
• Utilize monitoring, interventions and teaching to maximize comfort and quality of life.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Hospice knowledge

BLS Certification

Public health exp.

Education

RN license in Florida

BSN preferred

Job description

Since 1980, Tidewell Hospice has proudly served families across southwest Florida with compassionate, dignified care. As a member of Empath Health, we help patients with advanced illness live meaningfully while supporting their families with warmth, expertise, and respect.

8p-8a shifts: Week 1: Sun, Mon, Fri Week 2: Tue, Wed, Thur

What you\'ll Do:

Supports and carries out the organization’s mission, vision, and values on a consistent basis.

Coordinate the care for the patient/family under the direction of the primary physician and registered nurse.

Responsible for identifying patient/family needs.

Coordinating the care for the patient/family

As part of the interdisciplinary group (IDG) contributes and follows an individualized plan of care

Utilizes monitoring, intervention and teaching skills to maximize patient comfort and enhance the quality of life for the patient/family unit.

Pledge to make the comfort and care of patients and families the highest priority.

Consistently provide a high level of personalized, sincere and engaging service to patients and families at all times.

Ensure the complete satisfaction of patients and families; promptly and effectively address all concerns.

Maintains utmost respect for confidentiality in care of the patient/family.

Why Join Empath Health?

• Earn Competitive Pay: Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.
• Benefits & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.
• Industry-Leading PTO: 5+ weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.
• Grow Your Career: CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.
• Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.

What You\'ll Need

• Registered Nurse currently licensed in the State of Florida.
• BSN preferred Hospice certification preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support Certification.
• One year in public health, home nursing care, oncology nursing, medical/surgical nursing, geriatric nursing or Hospice nursing preferred.
• Understanding of and ability to apply characteristics of Hospice Nursing: case management, crisis intervention, communication skills, teaching skills, thanatology skills and needs
• Basic computer skills and EMR software experience a plus.
• Adequate and reliable means of transportation with adequate insurance and valid Florida driver’s license.

What You’ll Find at Empath Health

Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All. Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida, including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support. Full Life Care means caring for the whole person—body, mind, and spirit, with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life. At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful.

Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All. Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida, including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support. Full Life Care means caring for the whole person—body, mind, and spirit, with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life. At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful.

Empath Health is committed to complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended (“ADA”), and applicable state and local laws. It is Empath Health's policy not to discriminate against any qualified person or applicant with regard to any terms or conditions of employment on the basis of such individual’s disability. Consistent with this policy of non-discrimination, Empath Health will provide reasonable accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined in the ADA or applicable law, who has made Empath Health aware of his/her disability, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship to Empath Health.

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We’re Empath, and We’re Here to Redefine Healthcare Pretty bold statement, we know, but boldness is in our bones. We were founded more than 45 years ago with a transformative belief: that people should have a say in their healthcare. What started as a volunteer movement has transformed into an integrated network composed of thousands of colleagues and volunteers serving tens of thousands of individuals each day. And the best part? We're just getting started. Whether you're into hands-on patient care or more the Excel formula type, we've got a place for you on Team Empath. It takes all of us to provide Full Life Care.

Are you ready to join Team Empath?