RN Hospice House - Float - AM shift

Tidewell Hospice, a member of Empath Health, is seeking an experienced and team-oriented RN to work in a hospice house setting.

8a-8:30p. Will work at the following Hospice Houses: Village on the Isle, Venice and Arcadia. Week 1-Wed/Thur/Sunday. Week 2- Mon/Wed/Thurs

The Float Registered Nurse Hospice House:
* is responsible for identifying and coordinating patient/family needs and for providing preventive and supportive care to the terminally ill patient/family unit.
* utilizes assessment, intervention and teaching skills to maximize patient comfort and to enhance the quality of life to the patient/family unit.
* provides oversight and supervision of the LPN and/or aide for the delivery of patient care in the GIP environment. The RN reports to Patient/Family Care Coordinator/Care Center Manager.

Position Requirements

• Education and/or Experience: Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school. Minimum of 1 year of current active nursing experience; with experience in caring for terminally ill patients or those with life threatening illnesses preferred; prefer one (1) year experience in an acute or post acute care setting. An equivalent of education and experience may be considered.
• Licensure:
• Valid Florida license as a Registered Nurse
• Valid Florida State Driver's License
• Continuing Education: As required for licensure.
• Certifications: Valid CPR certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association
• The ability to type 25 wpm is highly preferred. Must receive a passing grade on a pre-employment computer literacy evaluation.
• 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. Required to work in other Care Centers based on business needs.