Lead Registered Nurse

Suncoast Hospice, a member of Empath Health is seeking a caring and motivated Lead Registered Nurse with Home Care Home Base experience to join our team.
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8a-5p.

Since 1977, Suncoast Hospice has been honored to serve our neighbors across Pinellas and Hillsborough counties with compassionate end-of-life care. As part of Empath Health, we help those living with advanced illness find comfort, dignity, and meaning, while supporting their families and caregivers with guidance and care every step of the way.

What you'll Do

• Processes admissions, discharges, transfers, branch transfers, service location changes, team orders, level of care changes per HCHB/EMR guidelines. Reviews and edits as necessary MD orders. Completes periodic medical record review to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance with plan of care. Ensures compliance with regulatory standards, State, Federal and others.  Ensure all visit codes and branch codes comply with EMR billing.
• Ensures workflow scheduled and approved per HCHB, agency, and Medicare guidelines. Monitors patient medical records as changes are made to ensure all necessary MD orders have been obtained, LOC is correct, service locations updated, branch transfers completed, and calendars updated as indicated.
• Serves as a resource for all staff to assist with changes to patient medical records and troubleshooting as necessary. Provides providing timely feedback to staff regarding incorrect orders, LOC changes, transfers of all types.  Assists with monitoring patient visits to ensure compliance with scope and frequency. 
• Interfaces with other departments, care groups, and clinical leaders to discuss and resolve problems and ensure the best interest of the organization is met. Communicates and collaborates with all disciplines on the team to ensure full participation of all staff in the care of the patient.
• Interfaces with other departments, care groups, and clinical leaders to discuss and resolve problems and ensure the best interest of the organization is met. Communicates and collaborates with all disciplines on the team to ensure full participation of all staff in the care of the patient.
• Maintains proficiency with EMR, Digital Care, and other computerized systems.
• Maintains flexibility and willingness to accept new assignments based on needs of the organization. Represents Empath at events in the community.
• Shows professionalism, treating others with dignity and respect. Avoids unnecessary conflict and provides a positive and optimistic attitude.
• Supports Vision, Mission and Values. Shows effective Communication.  Limits unplanned absences.  Performs other duties as required and conforms with and abides by all policies and procedures.

Why Join Empath Health?

• Earn Competitive Pay: Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.
• Benefits & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.
• Industry-Leading PTO: 5+ weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.
• Grow Your Career: CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.
• Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.

What You'll Need

• Currently licensed and registered in the State of Florida.  BSN and/or Hospice certification preferred.
• One year of recent hospice, oncology, medical/surgical, or home health, public/health experience preferred.
• One year of Electronic Medical Records experience, Homecare Homebase software experienced.
• Expertise in support skills, palliative care, and educational techniques. 
• Demonstrates organizational, administrative and personnel management skills. 
• Communicates clearly and effectively in writing and verbally.
• Flexible, creative, assertive, articulate, nurturing and self-nurturing.
• Computer skills are a necessary component of position.

What You'll Find at Empath Health
Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All.
Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida, including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support.
Full Life Care means caring for the whole person, body, mind, and spirit, with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life.
At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful.