Home Health RN - Port Charlotte / Punta Gorda

BayCare Health System North Port, FL, US

There’s home care and then there’s BayCare HomeCare!

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

BayCare HomeCare is currently in search of our newest Home Health, RN who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community. We are looking for an individual seeking a career opportunity with one of the largest employers within the Tampa Bay area.

Facility: BayCare HomeCare
Location: Port Charlotte, FL
Status: Full Time
Shift Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM / Friday - Monday
Weekend Work: Occasional
On Call: Yes
Home visits in assigned service area: Charlotte County

BayCare Offers a Competitive Total Reward Package Including

Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Mileage reimbursement
401k match and additional yearly contribution
Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus
Community discounts and more

Responsibilities

The Home Health RN provides hands-on care in the home for a group of patients consistently using the nursing process and clinical standards and protocols. Responsibilities include:

Oversee the activities of the multi-disciplinary team that provides care to the patient
Monitor the provision of therapeutic services through written and verbal communication with all disciplines
Ensure that all visits scheduled and provided are authorized and covered by physician orders
Review of patient visits weekly and providing plan to Patient Care Supervisor and team assistant, including anticipated weekend visits
Inform the scheduler of any schedule changes and communicates caseload and patient care issues to Home Care Supervisor

Required

Certifications and Licensures:

BLS (Basic Life Support)
RN (Registered Nurse) License
Driver's License State of Florida (Florida driver's license is required within 30 days of hire)

Education

Required Associate's or Diploma Nursing
Preferred Bachelor's Nursing

Experience

Required 1 year Registered Nurse or 1 year Licensed Practical Nurse
Preferred 1 year Home Care

Why join BayCare HomeCare? We offer extensive training and mentorship along with amazing career growth opportunities. Join BayCare HomeCare for the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!

This position requires Level II screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, managed by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). More information can be found at https://info.flclearinghouse.com .

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing opportunities for Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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