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Big Bend Hospice
Tallahassee, FL, US
Summary
The Charge Nurse oversees daily operations of the hospice in-patient unit, including staff assignments, clinical resource support, and quality assurance. They collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement patient care plans while providing empathetic support to patients and families.
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: Tallahassee Florida - Tallahassee, FL, Position Type: Part Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: RN, Big Bend Hospice (BBH) is your “Hometown Hospice” providing compassionate end-of-life care for over 40 years to the Big Bend region. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, and excellence, we are seeking an experienced dayshift IPU Charge Nurse to join our team at our First Commerce Center for Compassionate Care, an 8 bed Hospice In-patient Unit.
The ideal candidate for our Charge Nurse position is a compassionate and skilled leader who embodies the values of hospice care. They will support and guide staff through clear communication, thoughtful assignments, and clinical expertise. With strong critical thinking and a heart for service, they ensure quality, comfort, and dignity for every patient. This nurse will actively collaborate with the care team, address concerns promptly, and serve as a resource for both clinical and procedural guidance while delivering empathetic education and support to patients and families during life’s most meaningful moments.
Position Duties and Responsibilities:
The dayshift IPU Charge Nurse responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
Demonstrate knowledge of the hospice philosophy.
Makes staff assignments based on patient’s needs and staff competency to ensure efficient utilization of resources.
Make rounds to ensure all patient needs are met and staff behaviors reflect the organization’s values.
Identifies problems with the quality of patient care and initiates actions for resolution and service recovery.
Serves as the clinical and systems information resource for staff, ensuring that nursing personnel follows departmental policies and procedures.
Ensures that supplies and durable medical equipment are available to meet the needs of the patients.
Assures that IDT develops the Plan of Care and assists staff in establishing goals appropriate for each patient.
Addresses employee behavior and relays performance issues/concerns to management in a timely manner. Provides input for the completion of performance evaluations.
Actively participates in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings; is punctual and comes prepared to discuss care plans for assigned patients.
Proactively apply pain and symptom management principles to nursing interventions for quality patient care.
Provides active listening and frequently interacts with patients and visitors.
Understand the disease process progresses. Providing comfort care to actively dying patients.
Educate patients and families regarding death and dying.
Possess critical thinking skills to clarify goals, examine assumptions, discern hidden values, evaluate evidence, accomplish action, and assess conclusions.
Demonstrate good interpersonal relationships with patients, families, co-workers, and other health team members. Communicates with medical providers in a clear and concise manner.
Schedule: 7pm - 7 am night shift
Qualifications: Education & Experience:
Must have an active Florida RN License
A Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree is preferred
Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience required
Hospice, Home Health, Oncology, or ICU experience preferred
Skills & Abilities:
Ability to handle stress and long shifts
Ability to remain calm and troubleshoot/handle patient/family crisis situations.
Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and effectively.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Ability to make decisions based on the expectations of supervisors.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software including an EMR system.
Requirements:
Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
Commitment to BBH’s core values: integrity, compassion, and accountability.
Total Rewards:
BBH offers a robust Total Rewards package to include Competitive Salary, Robust Employee Benefits, Recognition and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (eligible for most roles).
Apply today and help us grow our mission to inspire hope by positively impacting the way our community experiences serious illness or grieve - one family at a time!
Big Bend Hospice is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
Big Bend Hospice: Community Experts in End-of-Life Care
Founded in 1983 as the first non-profit hospice in Tallahassee, we remain grounded in our Big Bend region, serving families across Franklin, Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Taylor, and Wakulla counties. We take pride in offering personalized care and exceptional support, ensuring your loved one receives the dignity and respect they deserve.
Our Expertise, Your Peace of Mind
CHAP-accredited: Demonstrating our commitment to the highest quality standards.
Dedicated Team
Skilled nurses, physicians, social workers, chaplains, music therapists, and volunteers working together to address your loved one’s physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Holistic Care
Pain and symptom management, emotional and spiritual support, bereavement services, and volunteer companionship – creating a comfortable and dignified experience.
Care Wherever You Call Home
Home Care: Receive comfort and compassion in the familiar surroundings of your own home.
Assisted Living & Nursing Homes: We seamlessly integrate our care into existing plans.
Inpatient Units: Margaret Z. Dozier House and First Commerce Center for Compassionate Care offer specialized care in home-like settings.
More Than Just Care, A Community Commitment
Big Bend Hospice goes beyond direct care, actively collaborating to improve end-of-life care across the Big Bend region. We engage in educational initiatives, advocate for patient rights, and work to ensure everyone has access to the resources they need.
Founded
1983
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Tallahassee, FL
Big Bend Hospice: Community Experts in End-of-Life Care
Founded in 1983 as the first non-profit hospice in Tallahassee, we remain grounded in our Big Bend region, serving families across Franklin, Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Taylor, and Wakulla counties. We take pride in offering personalized care and exceptional support, ensuring your loved one receives the dignity and respect they deserve.
Our Expertise, Your Peace of Mind
CHAP-accredited: Demonstrating our commitment to the highest quality standards.
Dedicated Team
Skilled nurses, physicians, social workers, chaplains, music therapists, and volunteers working together to address your loved one’s physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Holistic Care
Pain and symptom management, emotional and spiritual support, bereavement services, and volunteer companionship – creating a comfortable and dignified experience.
Care Wherever You Call Home
Home Care: Receive comfort and compassion in the familiar surroundings of your own home.
Assisted Living & Nursing Homes: We seamlessly integrate our care into existing plans.
Inpatient Units: Margaret Z. Dozier House and First Commerce Center for Compassionate Care offer specialized care in home-like settings.
More Than Just Care, A Community Commitment
Big Bend Hospice goes beyond direct care, actively collaborating to improve end-of-life care across the Big Bend region. We engage in educational initiatives, advocate for patient rights, and work to ensure everyone has access to the resources they need.
Founded
1983
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Tallahassee, FL