• Job Description

  Req#: 6563

  Overview

  Have you thought about Trustbridge?

  Since 1978, Hospice of Palm Beach County, Hospice of Broward County and Hospice by the Sea have cared for 200,000 families in South Florida. These three hospices are now one branch of Trustbridge, a community nonprofit that provides support for families facing serious illness 24 hours a day. Our other services include palliative medicine, caregiver support and bereavement programs.

  At Trustbridge, we consider our employees our greatest resource. Our appreciation is shown in many ways, including the wide range of comprehensive benefits we offer.

  Trustbridge benefits include:

  • Competitive salary
  • Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance
  • 401K with employer contribution
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Generous PTO package

  Responsibilities

  JOB SUMMARY

  • The Hospice Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) practices within the context of F.S. Chapter 464, the Nurse Practice Act* & Chapter 64B9 of the Florida Administrative Code*.
  • The ARNP practices under the supervision of a Hospice physician, a Florida licensed medical doctor or osteopathic physician as outlined by written protocol.
  • S\he reports directly to the Chief Medical Officer.
  • S\he is responsible for conducting all Face-to-Face (F2F) administrative visits for Hospice patients in their third benefit period or greater, and all new patients being admitted to Hospice that require a F2F visit prior to admission, within their assigned geographical territory (Area).
  • S\he provides medical guidance to the Interdisciplinary Care Group, employees and volunteers to assure the maintenance of quality care for patients and families.
  • Serves as a liaison between the medical community and the community at large.
  • S\he acts as an ambassador and an advocate for all services along the TrustBridge continuum of care.

  Qualifications

  Education/Regulatory Requirements:

  o Current unconditional State of Florida Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner license pursuant to rule 64B9-4.010

  o Ongoing education and professional activity/affiliation specific to a hospice/palliative care nurse

  o Certification in Hospice and Palliative Nursing required; or H\PM certification required within 24 months of employment.o DEA certification preferred.

  B. Skills:

  o Three (3) years in oncology, palliative care or hospice care as a registered nurse preferred.o Demonstrates in-depth clinical knowledge in end of life care, advanced verbal and written communication skills, knowledge of team dymanics, strong interpersonal skills, critical thinking ability, patient advocacy, ability to act as a role model, coach and mentor.o I possess the ability to drive, a reliable car, a good driving record, automobile insurance, a valid Florida Driver’s license and basic knowledge of the county territory.

  C. Professional Requirements:

  o Possess or is eligible to obtain malpractice coverage

  D. Language Skills:

  o Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

• About the company

  Since 1978, Hospice of Palm Beach County, Hospice of Broward County and Hospice by the Sea have cared for more than 200,000 families in South Florida.

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