Weekend Hospice RN
About The Position
Suncoast Hospice, a member of Empath Health, is seeking a caring and motivated Hospice RN to provide expert end-of-life care focused on comfort, dignity, and quality of life. This weekend position serves patients and families in homes and facilities across Pinellas County, building meaningful relationships while providing clinical care and support. Under physician's orders, the nurse identifies and coordinates patient and family needs and provides preventative and supportive care to the terminally ill patient and family unit. The role uses assessment, intervention, and teaching skills to maximize patient comfort and enhance quality of life. The nurse administers, monitors, and documents medications as prescribed by the attending physician. Following a patient's death, the nurse assists with closure contact and support in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. The schedule is Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 AM–10:00 PM. Field-based employees must have reliable transportation and provide proof of valid automobile insurance.
Requirements
- Valid Florida Registered Nurse license.
- Valid Florida State Driver’s License.
- Valid CPR certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- For field-based positions, reliable transportation that enables timely and appropriate performance of tasks and responsibilities.
- Provide proof of valid automobile insurance.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience in an acute or post-acute care setting is preferred.
- Experience caring for terminal patients and others with life-threatening illnesses is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Identify and coordinate patient and family needs under physician's orders.
- Provide preventative and supportive care to terminally ill patients and their families.
- Use assessment, intervention, and teaching skills to maximize patient comfort and enhance quality of life.
- Administer, monitor, and document medications as prescribed by the attending physician.
- After a patient's death, assist with closure contact and support in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Retirement plan with company match.
- Wellness programs.
- 5+ weeks of paid time off.
- CEU support.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
