Hospital Access Care Navigator (RN) - Weekends
About The Position
Hospice of Marion County a Part of Empath Health is seeking a Hospital - Access Navigator to join our Admissions team. This full-time, leadership role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patient access and care coordination across our hospital partners. Since 1983, Hospice of Marion County has been honored to serve families across Ocala and Marion County with compassionate, expert end-of-life care. As part of Empath Health, we help neighbors with advanced illness live as comfortably and meaningfully as possible, while supporting their families and caregivers with respect, guidance, and dignity. What You'll Do Provide daily leadership, oversight, and support to the Access Team staff within the Admission-Care Navigation Department. Serve as the primary liaison to hospitals, communicating Empath Health's Mission, Vision, and values to partners and stakeholders. Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations, as well as standards of care established by accrediting agencies. Coordinate and evaluate patient access and care navigation processes to promote quality, efficiency, and continuity of care. Monitor performance and support staff development through coaching, training, and performance feedback. 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: A.S. degree required - Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university and Master's degree preferred. Two years Hospice experience with at least two years of management experience preferred. At least five years total years experience as an RN preferred. Licensure: RN 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. This position requires travel between multiple locations. 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.
Requirements
- A.S. degree required - Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university and Master's degree preferred.
- Two years Hospice experience with at least two years of management experience preferred.
- At least five years total years experience as an RN preferred.
- Licensure: RN
- 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.
- This position requires travel between multiple locations.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university
- Master's degree
- Two years Hospice experience
- Two years of management experience
- At least five years total years experience as an RN
Responsibilities
- Provide daily leadership, oversight, and support to the Access Team staff within the Admission-Care Navigation Department.
- Serve as the primary liaison to hospitals, communicating Empath Health's Mission, Vision, and values to partners and stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations, as well as standards of care established by accrediting agencies.
- Coordinate and evaluate patient access and care navigation processes to promote quality, efficiency, and continuity of care.
- Monitor performance and support staff development through coaching, training, and performance feedback.
Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.
- 5+ weeks PTO
- CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
