Senior Staff Nurse

LE10005 Empath Payroll Services, LLC; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits & Wellness

PTO 5+ weeks

CEU support & tuition reimbursement

Mission-driven team

Job summary

Tidewell Hospice, a member of Empath Health, is seeking a caring and motivated Senior Staff Nurse to lead and support our care team in southwest Florida. You will mentor nursing staff, supervise hospice aides, and coordinate with the Care Team Manager to ensure high-quality, compassionate end-of-life care.

The role emphasizes patient comfort, family support, and educational leadership, with opportunities for CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and career growth within a mission-driven team

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent; or 1–2 years related experience.
• Valid Florida RN license; CPR certification required; IV therapy certification preferred and must be obtained within 6 months.
• At least 1 year supervisory experience; hospice experience preferred.
• Reliable transportation with proof of auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in coordinating team functions with the Care Team Manager.
• Mentor nursing staff and supervise Hospice Aide staff; provide teaching and guidance.
• Use assessment and teaching to maximize patient comfort and quality of life for terminally ill patients and families.
• Identify patient/family needs and guide staff to provide preventative and supportive care.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Nursing knowledge

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

CPR certification

IV therapy certification

Florida Driver's license

Job description

Tidewell, a member of Empath Health is seeking a caring and motivated Senior Staff Nurse to work with us while providing exceptional care on the following 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.

What you'll Do

Provides support and leadership in coordinating team functions in collaboration with and support of the Care Team Manager, including Quality Assessment Performance improvements, supervisory visits and other activities as appropriate. An active, formal mentor and first line resource to the Nursing staff and a direct supervisor to the Hospice Aide staff on the Team, providing teaching, support and guidance. Utilizes assessment, intervention and teaching skills to maximize patient comfort and to enhance the quality of life to the patient/family unit. Responsible for identifying and coordinating patient/family needs and for guiding staff to provide preventative and supportive care to terminally ill patients/families.

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

• Education and/or Experience: Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Florida license as a Registered Nurse Vaild Florida State Driver’s License Certifications: Valid CPR certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association Current IV Therapy certification preferred. Must obtain the certification within six months of hire date.
• Strong preference for at least one (1) year supervisory experience.
• Strong preference for minimum of two (2) years Hospice experience.
• For field-based positions, employees must have reliable transportation which will enable them to perform tasks and responsibilities in a timely and appropriate fashion. Must provide proof of valid automobile insurance, a copy of which will be placed in the employee’s HR file.

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.

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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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