Registered Nurse RN Nights

Shift Details SHIFT: Monday - Thursday 11pm - 9am (Lucrative Shift Differential) $2,000 sign-on bonus Overview Reporting to the Clinical Care Manager, the RN Hospice Field is responsible for providing quality care topatients with Gulfside Healthcare Services, in the field. The field includes patients who reside in privateresidences, assisted living facilities, and skilled nursing homes. The RN Hospice Field utilizes assessment,intervention, and education to maximize patient comfort and to enhance the quality of life for thepatient/family. The RN Hospice Field oversees and case manages the needs of the patients assigned tothem. This includes providing supervision for the LPN’s and CNA’s, and other assigned staff in the field.TheRN Hospice Field is responsible for maintaining his/her own clinical and mandatory educationrequirements and for meeting the established standards of their profession as well as those accountable forhis/her practice, assigned duties/patient care, and is an advocate for patients/families and their profession. Education & Qualifications Currently licensed in the State of Florida as a registered nurse Minimum of one (1) years nursing experience in a hospital, home health or hospice setting preferred Strong ethical standards and an appropriate professional demeanor Should possess sound critical thinking, time management, technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment 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, a copy of which will be placed in their employee file. Essential Job Responsibilities Case manages the needs of the patients and families in the field assigned to them 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 P.N.’s, C.N.A.’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 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 and continuously assesses areas for risk management Maintains current with organizational and departmental communication via e‑mail. All clinical 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 Performs other duties as requested by the Nurse Care Manager 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. Please refer to this link for more information on this: Qualifications Minimum of one (1) years nursing experience in a hospital, home health or hospice setting preferred Licenses & Certifications RN Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gulfside Healthcare Services