RN Nurse Residency — $5K Sign-On in Hospice Care

Empath Health; Palm Harbor (FL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits & Wellness

5+ weeks PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Make a difference

Job summary

Empath Health in Florida is offering a Nurse Resident program designed to prepare new graduates for certification as a Hospice Nurse. You will join a 3:1 resident/clinical coach team in a Hospice House, with rotation across Home, ALF, and Admissions services.

The role includes a 40-hour work week, typically 3x12 hour shifts, weekly classroom education, six months of hands-on coaching, and a $5,000 sign-on bonus. Comprehensive benefits and education support are provided.

Qualifications

• Recent grads welcome to apply! Must have less than 1 year of RN experience for the residency program.
• ASN or BSN degree from an accredited program required.
• Current Florida RN License or multi-state compact license required.
• Valid CPR certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Prefers clinical experience with hospice or ALF patients.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and have means of transportation.
• Must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.

Responsibilities

• Provide care within a 3:1 Nurse Resident / Clinical Coach ratio in a hospice setting.
• Participate in weekly classroom education and exams for certification.
• Complete a 40-hour work week with 3x12 hour shifts.
• Engage in six months of practical experience with a Hospice Clinical Coach.
• Rotate with other hospice teams and service lines.
• No Medical/surgical experience required.
• Transition to team with orientation as needed.

Skills

RN license

CPR certification

Driver's license

Communication skills

Education

ASN or BSN degree

Job description

Empath Health in Florida is offering a Nurse Resident program designed to prepare new graduates for certification as a Hospice Nurse. You will join a 3:1 resident/clinical coach team in a Hospice House, with rotation across Home, ALF, and Admissions services.

The role includes a 40-hour work week, typically 3x12 hour shifts, weekly classroom education, six months of hands-on coaching, and a $5,000 sign-on bonus. Comprehensive benefits and education support are provided.