RN Hospice Admissions - Weekends

Empath Health; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits & Wellness

PTO 5+ weeks

CEU support & tuition reimbursement

Mission-driven team

Job summary

Trustbridge Hospice, part of Empath Health, is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse on the Admissions Team to support Broward County patients and families. You will evaluate referrals, educate families about hospice care, and coordinate care plans with physicians and healthcare partners.

The role requires Florida RN licensure, BLS, and strong communication and crisis intervention skills. This full-time position offers competitive pay, benefits, and PTO, with a mission-driven culture of Full

Qualifications

• Florida RN license is required.
• BSN preferred for applicant.
• Hospice certification preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Experience in public health, home health, oncology, med/surg, geriatric, or hospice nursing preferred.
• Strong assessment, communication, and teaching skills; proficient with EMR.
• Reliable transportation with valid Florida driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients referred for hospice services.
• Educate patients and families on hospice care and continuum of care.
• Coordinate individualized plans of care with referring physicians and liaisons.
• Serve as liaison between Trustbridge Hospice and hospitals, physicians, and long‑term care facilities.
• Promote hospice philosophy through education and relationship-building.
• Ensure timely, compassionate care and support for families throughout hospice journey.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Communication skills

EMR familiarity

Crisis management

Education

Florida RN license

BSN preferred

Hospice certification preferred

BLS certification

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Trustbridge Hospice, a member of Empath Health, is seeking a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Admissions Team serving Broward County. This is a meaningful opportunity for an RN who is passionate about guiding patients and families through one of life’s most significant transitions with empathy, clarity, and dignity. You will work the following schedule: Friday/Saturday/Sunday 9am - 9:30pm

Since 1978, Trustbridge Hospice has been honored to serve families across Palm Beach and Broward counties with compassionate, community-based care. Formed from the legacy of Hospice by the Sea and Hospice of Palm Beach County, we continue to provide comfort, dignity, and peace to those facing advanced illness.

What You'll Do

• Serve as the primary nurse responsible for evaluating patients referred for hospice services
• Educate patients and families on hospice care and clearly communicate all components of our continuum of care
• Collaborate with referring physicians and liaisons to coordinate individualized, hospice‑appropriate plans of care
• Act as a key liaison between Trustbridge Hospice and hospitals, physicians, long‑term care facilities, and other healthcare professionals
• Promote and advocate for the hospice philosophy through education and relationship‑building within the healthcare community
• Your work ensures patients receive timely, compassionate care while helping families feel informed, supported, and confident in their hospice journey.

What You'll Need

• Registered Nurse currently licensed in the State of Florida.
• BSN preferred
• Hospice certification preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support Certification.
• Possess the ability to assess physical and psychosocial needs of patient and family.
• Minimum of 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.

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.

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.

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