Nursing Jobs in Wauchula, FL

RN Hospice Full-time
Continuum Care of Sarasota

Hospice Registered Nurse Weekends

Continuum Care of Sarasota FL
MUST HAVE HOME CARE OR HOSPICE EXPERIENCE! JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The registered nurse plans, organizes and directs hospice care and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individual and families within their homes and communities. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES Patient Care 1. Completes an initial, comprehensive and ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es). 2. Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of nursing process. 3. Assesses and evaluates patient’s status by: A. Writing and initiating plan of care B. Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs C. Participating in revising the plan of care as necessary 4. Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change. 5. Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis. 6. Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process. 7. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician’s plan of care. 8. Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs. 9. Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan. 10. Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient’s efforts toward self-sufficiency and optional comfort care. 11. Acts as Case Manager when assigned by Clinical Supervisor and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload. Communication 1. Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate. 2. Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required. 3. Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan. 4. As a mandatory reporter, reports failure to comply with the requirements of FL Dept. of Health as required within 14 calendar days, using Dept. of Health forms. 5. Reports suspected abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a person in violation to the department of social and health services and the proper law enforcement agency. Reports must be submitted immediately when the reporting person has reasonable cause to believe that abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a vulnerable adult has occurred. 6. Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate. Provides medication, diet and other instructions as ordered by the physician and recognizes and utilizes opportunities for health counseling with patients and families/caregivers. Works in concert with the interdisciplinary group. 7. Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient. 8. Assists the patient and family/caregiver and other team members in providing continuity of care. 9. Works in cooperation with the family/caregiver and hospice interdisciplinary group to meet the emotional needs of the patient and family/caregiver. 10. Attends interdisciplinary group meetings. Additional Duties 1. Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy. Also must be available every other weekend. 2. Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available. 3. Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates responsibilities when required. 4. Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and inservice classes. 5. Fulfills the obligation of requested and/or accepted case assignments. 6. Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 1. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing 2. Registered Nurse, with a License in good standing to practice in the state of Florida. 3. Registered nurses shall have a minimum of (a) one (1) year of experience as a professional nurse within the last three (3) years; OR have a baccalaureate degree in nursing and minimum of two (2) years’ experience, at least one of which is in the area of public health, home care, or hospice nursing is preferred. 4. Management experience not required. Responsible for supervising hospice aides. 5. Once an offer of employment is made, it is contingent upon satisfactory references, as requested, and criminal background checks by regulation. 6. Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist. 7. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping bending, kneeling and/or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills. 8. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order. 9. Possesses and maintains CPR certification (may not be internet based unless the demonstration of skills was hands on and observed by a certified trainer) BENEFITS PTO & Paid Holidays Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Short Term Disability Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Chronic Illness Insurance Life Insurance 401(k) Employee Referral Bonus Mileage Reimbursement
CNA Full-time
Coral Reef Subacute Care Center

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Coral Reef Subacute Care Center FL
$16.50 / hour
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Coral Reef Nursing and Rehab Center experience enlivens our guests’ physical and emotional strength through cutting-edge technology and highly trained healthcare professionals to get them back to their fullest potential of ReNEWal™. Our employees are the vital link; they are the core of excellence in the care and compassion we are committed to, striving to fulfill the expressed and unexpressed wishes and needs of our guests and their families daily. They are, therefore, our most precious resource. CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) Responsibilities: Gives direct care as assigned, i.e., bath, shower, oral hygiene, giving and removing bedpans/urinals, personal grooming, and all other hygienic needs Cleans and cares for bedside equipment and the residents' environment, occupied and unoccupied beds, bedside tables, dressers, residents' clothing, and personal belongings Practices safety rules at all times to prevent accidents Assist the nurse in maintaining continuous observation of and assisting residents Conduct resident care rounds, visiting each resident for at least one to two hours Prepare residents for meals, and help or feed residents as needed Completes all documentation before the end of the shift Establishes and maintains a rapport with residents, families, visitors, and all levels of staff CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) Qualifications: Must have a valid and clear Florida CNA certification number Skilled nursing facility or long-term care experience for senior care is preferred but not required Well versed with documentation writing on Point Click Care (PCC) system; training provided Document patient’s progress on weekly progress notes in a timely fashion Collaborates with all disciplines to provide the best patient-centered treatment and care Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA, and Federal Residents' Rights Shift: All Shifts Salary: $16.50 per hour Coral Reef Subacute Care Center, formerly Coral Reef Nursing and Rehab Center, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IND123 INDCNA
NP Full-time
Pharmko

Nurse Practitioner Licensed in Florida

Pharmko FL
CCM/RPM The medical assistant works in collaboration and continuous partnership with chronically ill patients and their family/caregiver(s), clinic/hospital/specialty provider and staff, and community resources in a team We are seeking a full-time, bilingual, and remote Medical Assistant (MA) to join our rapidly growing team at Preventel Health performing Chronic Care Management and Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) by telephonically delivering health and wellness calls to assigned patients. Responsibilities: Remotely providing basic patient coaching and care to improve patient outcomes. Coaching and educating patients on improving their Chronic Conditions, preventive care and physician directives Updating and managing patient care plans based on assessment of patients’ needs and physician directives Schedule appointment scheduling on behalf of physicians Telephone outreach to English and Spanish-speaking patients Facilitate CCM program enrollment Facilitate RPM- remote patient monitoring enrollment Monitor patients outcomes Clear explanation of the benefits of chronic care management Patient eligibility verification Concise and accurate documentation Cultivate and support the primary care providers with timely communication, inquiry follow-up, and integration of information into the care plan regarding transitions-in-care and referral · Serve as the contact point, advocate, and information resource for patients and their care team. · Work with patients to plan and monitor health and social needs · Develop a care plan with the patient, family/caregiver(s) and provider · Monitor adherence to care plans, evaluate effectiveness, monitor patient progress in a timely manner and facilitate changes as needed · Create ongoing process for patients and family/caregiver(s) to determine and request the level of care coordinates support they desire at any given point in time Requirements: Medical Assistant certification Fluent in Spanish Knowledgeable using Excel spreadsheets Computer with internet COMPENSATION: Based on a base plus incentive model.
RN Hospice Full-time
Continuum Care of Sarasota

Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) On Call 7 on 7 off

Continuum Care of Sarasota FL
Job Title/Position : Hospice On Call RN Reports To : Clinical Director Offering Competitive Pay! JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY : The On-Call Hospice RN is responsible for responding to all of the Hospice patient census and their families, as well as handling any referrals or community inquiries outside of office hours every other weekend. The on-call nurse will provide urgent clinical and psychosocial interventions for patients and their families, skilled pain and symptom management and collaboration with providers within and outside of the hospice team to maximize positive patient outcomes. The work of the On-Call Hospice RN provides considerable consideration for independent assessment and judgement in crisis situations, utilizing and consulting with the Hospice Medical Director and administrator on call as indicated. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES : Consistent availability by telephone and email during assigned shifts. Conducts urgent physical and psychosocial assessments of the patient and family during after hours and determines appropriate interventions. Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient. Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing process. Provides skilled nursing care focusing on pain control and symptom management. Provides interim guidance to the patient and family regarding diagnosis, medications, treatments and progress. Documents patient care thoroughly and timely. Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical documentation regarding patient's condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate. Communicates and collaborates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required. Works closely with members of the IDG to provide continuity of care and support for the patient and family. Collaborates with vendors to obtain DME, supplies and medications when needed after-hours. Collaborates with the hospital and other community residential staffing to adjust interventions and plans of care as needed. Conducts after hours hospice admissions as necessary. Participates in mandatory meetings as required. Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in-services. Fulfills the obligation of requested assignments. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS : Understands and is committed to the hospice philosophy of care. Functions effectively as a team member. Holds a comprehensive knowledge of medication, treatment and therapies for pain and symptom management. Visits patients wherever they call home. Consults with physicians, other team members and administrative staff as indicated. Relates to and cares for people from all walks of life in a calm, courteous and professional manner. Maintains client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA laws and company policy. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Maintains current unencumbered license to practice in the commonwealth of Florida as a Registered Nurse. Preferably has two years of experience in hospice, homecare, hospital medical-surgical or oncology nursing. Understands and works within state and federal laws and regulations and nursing scope of practice. Understands documentation requirements and is able to complete documentation in a timely manner. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order. Must maintain current driver’s license and automobile insurance, providing own transportation. Once an offer of employment is made, it is contingent upon satisfactory references, as requested, and criminal background checks by regulation. Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic computer skills, basic math skills and nursing skills per competency checklist. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and/or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills.