RN, IPU - Per Diem

Chapters Health System; United States; On-site; USD 53,416 - 76,077; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Chapters Health System is seeking a Per Diem RN to provide comprehensive nursing care to patients and families, as part of a dedicated interdisciplinary team. The RN will coordinate patient care, assess needs, and educate families about the care process. The ideal candidate must possess a valid RN license and have prior nursing experience.

This role requires a flexible schedule to accommodate patient needs and involves working in various healthcare environments. Additional benefits include competitive pay and compliance with workplace policies.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the relevant state.
• Active BLS certification for healthcare professionals.
• Minimum one year of nursing experience, preferably in hospice or hospital.

Responsibilities

• Manage direct care to patients and families as part of the Interdisciplinary Group.
• Coordinate the Plan of Care for patients.
• Educate patients and families about disease processes and safety practices.

Skills

Current RN license

BLS certification

Minimum one year nursing experience

Experience with EMR/EHR system

Effective communication skills in English

Ability to manage emotional stress

Education

Registered Nurse Degree

Job description

It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!

Per Diem RN - Role Overview

The Per Diem RN is responsible for assessing and identifying patient/family needs, utilizing the nursing process, coordinating the Plan of Care with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG), and providing palliative and supportive care to the patient/family unit.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the state where the employee will be working.
• Active BLS certification for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
• Minimum one (1) year nursing experience; hospice or hospital experience preferred.
• Previous experience working with an EMR/EHR 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 (navigate stairs, 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 must complete certification of completion of Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias Training through the Florida Department of Elder Affairs.
• Some locations may require cross‑training to hospice house or field (home/facility/admission) positions of equal licensure/certification and scope when census calls for flexible staffing.

Responsibilities

• Provides and manages direct care to patients and families as part of Interdisciplinary Group (IDG), incorporating psychosocial, spiritual, cultural, physical and biological components, and appropriate nursing intervention and follow‑up.
• Coordinates the Plan of Care, ensuring that an individualized Plan of Care is developed that accurately reflects the patient’s evolving needs.
• Educates patient, family, caregivers and other health professionals about disease process and decline, palliative interventions, caregiving, dying process and safety practices.
• Reports changes in the patient’s condition to appropriate members of the IDG or other health professionals.
• Participates with the IDG to evaluate hospice referrals/admissions for level of care appropriateness.
• Attends patient deaths; prepares body for transport; oversees disposal of medications.
• Provides appropriate bereavement interventions to the family and caregiver in conjunction with psychosocial staff.
• Provides concise and pertinent oral and written reports to IDG; respects and encourages input from all disciplines.
• Communicates accurately and completely to physicians, staff members, patients, families, and supervisors; utilizes positive approaches when working with others.
• Supervises patient care given by other nursing team members (i.e., LPNs, Hospice Aides, and contract nurses).
• During emergencies (e.g., hurricanes), the Triage RN may be required to report to work at a location designated by the company to ensure continuity of services; may include reporting ahead of scheduled date/time due to planned lockdown of unit and staying overnight(s) based on duration of emergency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Clinical Duties

• Completes clinical admissions for all Company services.
• Explains services to potential patients/families and addresses questions regarding patient fears, physical limitations, and presents family at ease.
• 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 per 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, facilitates 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 potential needs with after‑hours staff, obtains consents for services and arranges safe discharge efficiently while meeting productivity expectations.
• Obtains medical record information for the referral, develops strong relationships with case managers, physicians, etc., at facilities, and works with 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.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, role requires ability to see, hear, talk, walk and use hands to finger, handle or feel. Frequently required to stand, sit, reach with hands/arms, lift, bend, balance. Occasionally required to pull, push, stoop/crouch, kneel, climb stairs.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay rate: $47.00.
• Position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment, and ongoing compliance with the Drug‑Free Workplace Policy.
• All Florida affiliates employees are required to submit through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer and ongoing eligibility.
• Additional benefits may include standard company benefits (e.g., health insurance, paid time off, etc.) – please refer to employee handbook for details.