RN Baylor

Job description

Awarded 'Great Place to Work' ™ Certification Once Again! Behind every award is a story, and ours is written every day by more than 900 dedicated employees and hundreds of compassionate volunteers who walk alongside patients and families when they need us most. At Community Hospice & Palliative Care, we’re honored to bring clinical excellence and compassion to every bedside, every home, every conversation. Every day, we serve approximately 1,500 patients living with advanced illness, wherever they call home, be it a private residence, a long-term care or assisted living facility, a hospital, or in one of our nine inpatient care centers. We’re here to improve quality of life, to ease pain and lift burdens, and to be the Compassionate Guide that families need when time matters most. And most importantly, as the only non-profit hospice provider in the region, we never turn anyone away due to an inability to pay. Position Summary The RN Baylor provides skilled nursing care to hospice patients during weekends and one weekday, ensuring comprehensive assessment, symptom management, treatment, and coordination of care. The nurse collaborates with patients, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams to support end-of-life care needs. The role includes emotional support, patient education, and compliance with care protocols in a variety of care settings. Work hours include every Saturday and Sunday from 8am-8pm and one weekday (either Monday or Friday) from 830a-5p, based on organizational needs. Essential Functions • Perform skilled nursing assessments and interventions in accordance with care plans and physician orders. • Provide education to patients and caregivers on disease progression and end-of-life expectations. • Collaborate with patients, caregivers, and healthcare practitioners to manage symptoms and adjust care plans. • Maintain real-time communication with supervisors and clinical teams, reporting patient status changes and visit outcomes. • Document all care encounters in the electronic medical record (EMR) in a timely and accurate manner. • Participate in interdisciplinary group (IDG) meetings and provide end-of-shift reports as needed. • Maintain professional standards of nursing, adhere to ethical conduct, and pursue ongoing education. • Participate in agency quality assurance activities and comply with compliance protocols. • Perform other related duties as assigned. Knowledge and Critical Skills • Strong assessment and symptom management skills • Effective communication and emotional intelligence • Proficiency in documentation and use of EMRs • Ability to function effectively in emergencies and independently solve problems • Familiarity with hospice care principles and interdisciplinary collaboration Experience • Minimum of two (2) years of experience in acute care, oncology, home health, or hospice settings preferred License / Certification • Current Registered Nurse license in the State of Florida • Current CPR certification • Valid Florida driver’s license and reliable transportation with an acceptable driving record Education • Degree from a diploma nursing program, associate degree, or bachelor’s degree in nursing Other Requirements • Medical clearance for communicable diseases before patient contact • Current immunizations, including but not limited to TB, Hepatitis, and Flu • Participation in internal training and continuing education programs • Adherence to the American Nurses Association professional standards and the Nurse Practice Act The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed. However, any equivalent combination of education and/or experience, which provide an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, is acceptable. This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions required of employees in this position. The organization reserves the right to modify or amend the duties of the position or to require that additional tasks be performed as organizational needs change. This description does not constitute a contract of employment, and employment with the organization is at-will, meaning either the employee or the organization may terminate the relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice. Community Hospice & Palliative Care, including all of its subsidiaries and affiliated companies, is committed to complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access to employment opportunities and the ability to perform the essential functions of a position. If you require an accommodation to complete the application process, interview, or perform the essential functions of a role, please contact Human Resources at . We participate in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Where applicable, and as required by law, employment with Community Hospice & Palliative Care may be contingent upon successful completion of a background screening initiated by the organization through the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Background Screening Clearinghouse. 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