RN Hospice Nurse (Part-time)
About The Position
Compassionate Care Hospice, an Amedisys Company, is hiring a part-time RN Field Nurse for its hospice program in Clermont, Florida. The position requires travel within Lake County and is scheduled for either Friday and Saturday or Sunday and Monday, from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The hourly salary range is $39–$42; final compensation may vary based on experience and skills. The nurse provides hospice care through patient assessment, care planning, symptom management, patient and caregiver education, accurate documentation, and coordination with the care team. The role includes assigned on-call responsibilities. Orientation averages 7–9 weeks and is individualized based on the nurse’s needs and experience, with onboarding that includes working directly with nurses in the program. Hospice RN Case Managers use HCHB, Enclara Pharmacy solutions, IPrescribe, Forcura, Medline, TalentEDGE, EBSCO, a tablet with voice dictation and mileage tracking, and Outlook, Teams, Chat, and Yammer. Applicants must complete a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
Requirements
- Current RN license in the state or states where the nurse will work.
- At least 1 year of strong clinical RN experience in an acute healthcare setting.
- Current CPR certification.
Nice To Haves
- Hospice or home health experience.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Comfort with daily travel between facilities.
- Proficiency with electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
Responsibilities
- Assess patients and collaborate with the care team to develop and implement a plan of care.
- Make referrals to other hospice care disciplines as needed, or document the rationale for not doing so.
- Develop, prepare, and maintain individualized patient care progress records accurately, promptly, and according to care center policies.
- Record changes and outcomes related to pain and symptom management as appropriate.
- Teach patients, families, and caregivers appropriate patient care techniques.
- Communicate regularly with the clinical manager and care team.
- Perform assigned on-call responsibilities and provide on-call services to patients and families.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and flexible schedule.
- Opportunities for professional growth.
- Supportive, team-oriented environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
