The Hospice RN - IPU is responsible for providing high-quality skilled care to acute needs patients, utilizing assessment, intervention, and education to maximize comfort and quality of life. This role includes overseeing and case managing patients in the IPU during the shift, which involves supervising LPNs, CNAs, and other assigned staff.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Florida and possess strong ethical standards and professional demeanor. A minimum of one year of nursing experience in an acute care setting is preferred, along with reliable transportation and a valid Florida driver's license.
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Job description
$5,000 Sign-On BONUS
Reporting to the Clinical Care Manager - IPU (Inpatient Care Unit), the Hospice RN- IPU is responsible for providing high quality skilled care to patients with acute needs. The Hospice RN - IPU utilizes assessment, intervention, and education to maximize patient comfort and to enhance the quality of life for the patient/family. The Hospice RN - IPU oversees and case manages the needs of the patients in the IPU during their shift. This includes providing supervision for the LPN’s, CNA’s, and other assigned staff on the IPU.
12 Hour Shift (NIGHTS) 7p-7a, every other weekend
Education and qualifications
Currently licensed in the State of Florida as a registered nurse
Minimum of one (1) years nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred
Strong ethical standards and an appropriate professional demeanor
Should possess sound critical thinking, time management, technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment, and strong
The ideal candidate is a well-organized and self-directed individual who is a team player
Must have reliable transportation to perform tasks and responsibilities in a timely and appropriate fashion. Must be able to provide proof of automobile insurance and have a valid Florida driver’s license.
Essential job responsibilities
Case manages the needs of the patients in the IPU during their shift
Performs ongoing assessment of physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of the patient/family unit and initiates appropriate intervention
Provides and/or oversees supervision of LPN’s, CNA’s, and other assigned staff
Takes independent action to identify problems
Supports policies and procedures
Assists in the orientation of new staff members
Functions as a resource person; provides mentoring and guidance for co-workers and additional staff
Maintains positive working relationships with team members of all disciplines
Attends to patient/family complaints and concerns
Creates and promotes initiatives to develop and strengthen relationships with care facility partners
Takes a proactive approach to identifying and resolving potential issues
Educates the community regarding hospice care, philosophy, and concept through individual consultation with persons in the community
Communicates regularly with the Clinical Care Manager - IPU and continuously assesses areas for risk management
Maintains current with organizational and departmental communication via e-mail. All nursing staff are required to check their e-mail accounts at the start of each shift.
Effectively communicates, collaborates, and coordinates with colleagues and management on issues related to nursing process and service
Creates and implements nursing care plans which are reviewed daily and updated as needed
Considers financial implications in rendering cost-effective nursing care
Ensures professional standards of nursing practice are maintained
Completes required documentation prior to departing from scheduled shift
Actively participates in the IDG (Interdisciplinary Group) and communicates patient needs appropriately to other disciplines when requested
Collaborates with team physician daily on the status of the patient
Works closely with the Psychosocial team in determining the appropriate discharge plan for each patient
Performs other duties as requested by the Clinical Care Manager - IPU
EEO Statement
Gulfside Healthcare Services, Inc. is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) and complies with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful retaliation.
NOTE
All Gulfside Healthcare Services positions (except some Thrift Shoppe Positions) require an AHCA Level 2 Fingerprint screening for eligibility through the AHCA Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
