RN - Triage Runner

Community Hospice & Palliative Care•Gainesville, FL

About The Position

The Registered Nurse – Night (RN Triage Runner) provides after-hours in-person clinical visits to patients across various settings between 4:30 p.m. and 8:30 a.m. The RN provides patient assessment, symptom management, treatment, emotional support, and care coordination, using clinical expertise and communication skills to deliver end-of-life care consistent with established plans of care and industry standards. The role requires a current Florida RN license, CPR certification, a valid Florida driver’s license, and reliable transportation. Candidates must have at least two years of experience in an acute care setting. A diploma in nursing, ADN, or BSN is required. Experience in oncology, home health, or hospice is preferred. Additional requirements include medical clearance for communicable diseases before patient contact, current immunizations, continuing education and internal training, and compliance with applicable nursing laws and ethical standards.

Requirements

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Florida.
Current CPR certification.
Valid Florida driver’s license and reliable transportation.
At least two years of experience in an acute care setting.
Diploma in Nursing, Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Knowledge of nursing principles and practices.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Critical thinking and multitasking skills.
Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
Competence in patient education and support.
Medical clearance for communicable diseases before patient contact.
Current immunizations, including TB, Hepatitis, and Flu.
Participation in continuing education programs and internal training.
Compliance with the Nurse Practice Act and ethical standards of nursing practice.

Nice To Haves

Experience in oncology, home health, or hospice.

Responsibilities

Perform timely patient assessments to support effective symptom management.
Administer treatments and interventions according to the plan of care and provider orders.
Educate patients and caregivers about disease progression and end-of-life expectations.
Provide emotional support to patients and families.
Collaborate with care teams to adjust plans of care as needed.
Communicate visit statuses and significant updates to supervisors and team members.
Coordinate urgent medication and supply needs according to policy.
Document interactions and visits accurately and promptly in the electronic medical record system.
Participate in professional development activities and agency programs.
Maintain compliance with ethical nursing standards and applicable regulations.
Attend staff meetings and contribute to quality assurance efforts.
Perform other related duties as assigned.