RN FLOAT

Heartlinks•Grandview, WA

8d•$37 - $56•Hybrid

About The Position

The Float Nurse is a vital member of the hospice interdisciplinary team who provides flexible clinical support across assigned service areas. This position does not carry a dedicated patient caseload; instead, the Float Nurse assists with patient visits, coverage needs, and care coordination to support team workflow, continuity of care, and quality patient outcomes. The Float Nurse delivers compassionate, patient-centered hospice care while collaborating closely with clinical and interdisciplinary team members.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
Current Registered Nurse license in the applicable state.
Current CPR certification.
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance as required.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of two years of experience, at least one of which is in the area of public health, home care, or hospice nursing, is preferred.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently while maintaining effective collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.
Strong assessment and clinical decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

Complete baseline patient visits as assigned; daily assignments and priorities are determined by clinical leadership based on patient needs, staffing, geography, and organizational priorities.
Provide hospice nursing care through routine, comprehensive, face-to-face, and symptom follow-up visits in patient homes, facilities, and other care settings.
Perform comprehensive assessments and ongoing evaluations of patient condition, needs, symptoms, and response to treatment.
May provide coverage for admissions, urgent/PRN visits, symptom management, routine visits, and other nursing needs as assigned across Heartlinks service areas.
Identify changes in patient status and communicate pertinent findings, recommendations, and care needs to the interdisciplinary team.
Clear handoff back to the RN Case Manager/clinical team, particularly for changes in condition, medication concerns, safety issues, or follow-up needs.
Participate actively in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings and contribute to care planning and coordination.
Provide education and support to patients, families, and caregivers.
Support team workflow by providing visit coverage and clinical assistance as needed.
Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation.
Maintain compliance with hospice regulations, professional standards, and Heartlinks Hospice policies.
Promote compassionate, patient-centered hospice care.