Registered Nurse IPU Nights Part-Time

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionReporting to the Clinical Care Manager - IPU (Inpatient Care Unit), the Hospice RN Inpatient is responsible for providing high quality skilled care to patients with acute needs within a Gulfside Inpatient Facility. The RN Hospice Inpatient utilizes assessment, intervention, and education to maximize patient comfort and to enhance the quality of life for the patient/family. The RN Hospice Inpatient oversees and case manages the needs of the patients in the IPU during their shift. This includes providing supervision for the LPNs, CNAs, and other assigned staff on the IPU. The RN is responsible for maintaining his/her own clinical and mandatory education requirements and for meeting the established standards of their profession as well as those accountable for his/her practice, assigned duties/patient care, and is an advocate for patients/families and their profession.Part-TimeNight Shift - Two nights per weekEDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:Currently licensed in the State of Florida as a registered nurseMinimum of one (1) years nursing experience in an acute care setting preferredStrong ethical standards and an appropriate professional demeanor Should possess sound critical thinking, time management, technical skills, analytical ability, and good judgmentThe ideal candidate is a well-organized and self-directed individual who is a team playerMust 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 in the IPU during their shiftPerforms ongoing assessment of physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of the patient/family unit and initiates appropriate interventionProvides and/or oversees supervision of LPN’s, CNA’s, and other assigned staffTakes independent action to identify problemsSupports policies and proceduresAssists in the orientation of new staff membersFunctions as a resource person; provides mentoring and guidance for co-workers and additional staffMaintains positive working relationships with team members of all disciplinesAttends to patient/family complaints and concernsCreates and promotes initiatives to develop and strengthen relationships with care facility partnersTakes a proactive approach to identifying and resolving potential issuesEducates 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 managementMaintains 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 serviceCreates and implements nursing care plans which are reviewed daily and updated as neededConsiders financial implications in rendering cost-effective nursing careEnsures professional standards of nursing practice are maintainedCompletes required documentation prior to departing from scheduled shiftActively participates in the IDG (Interdisciplinary Group) and communicates patient needs appropriately to other disciplines when requestedCollaborates with team physician daily on the status of the patientWorks closely with the Psychosocial team in determining the appropriate discharge plan for each patientPerforms other duties as requested by the Clinical Care Manager - IPUEEO 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: This Gulfside Healthcare Services position requires 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: