Weekend RN Admissions

Empath Health; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement match

Wellness programs

PTO 5+ weeks

Job summary

Suncoast Hospice of Hillsborough, a member of Empath Health, is seeking an Admissions Registered Nurse (RN) to support patients across Pinellas County and travel throughout the service area, including hospitals and home settings.

The role involves first‑response eligibility assessment, admission processing, and delivering compassionate patient‑centered care, with a Friday–Sunday 10a‑10p schedule. Travel and flexible availability are required to cover the service area.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent; Minimum of six months to one year related experience and/or training.
• Licensure: Valid Florida license as a Registered Nurse
• Licensure: Valid Florida State Driver’s License

Responsibilities

• The Admissions RN is a first responder who assesses eligibility for Empath Health Network of Care while advocating for optimal access to the right care at the right time in any care setting.
• The Admissions RN completes the admission process based on care program specifics, guidelines, and patient‑specific needs.
• This RN exhibits passion for the services we offer while engaging in mission support, and portrays excellence in customer service and relationship‑building internally and externally.

Education

Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school

Job description

Suncoast Hospice of Hillsborough, a member of Empath Health is currently seeking a compassionate, caring and committed Admissions Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in Pinellas County with the ability to travel throughout the entire service area covering hospitals and the field (homes, ALF, LTC).

Schedule: Friday - Sunday 10a-10p

Since 1977, Suncoast Hospice has been honored to serve our neighbors across Pinellas and Hillsborough counties with compassionate end‑of‑life care. As part of Empath Health, we help those living with advanced illness find comfort, dignity, and meaning, while supporting their families and caregivers with guidance and care every step of the way.

What You’ll Do

• The Admissions RN is a first responder who assesses eligibility for Empath Health Network of Care while advocating for optimal access to the right care at the right time in any care setting.
• The Admissions RN completes the admission process based on care program specifics, guidelines, and patient‑specific needs.
• This RN exhibits passion for the services we offer while engaging in mission support, and portrays excellence in customer service and relationship‑building internally and externally.

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; Minimum of or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Licensure:
  • Valid Florida license as a Registered Nurse
  • Valid Florida State 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.

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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