Port Charlotte, FloridaSarasota County, FloridaDeSoto County, FloridaNorth Port, Florida
Quick overview
Perform comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized care plans for patients in their homes. Deliver skilled nursing services while educating patients and families on disease processes and self-care strategies.
Requirements summary
Requires an active Florida RN license and a minimum of one year of direct patient care experience. Prior home health experience and proficiency with Homecare Homebase EMR are strongly preferred.
bachelor degreeCritical thinkingPatient educationElectronic medical recordsPatient assessmentInterdisciplinary collaborationCare planningHome health careDisease managementRegistered nursingOASIS assessment
Job description
Empath Home Health, a member of Empath Health is seeking a compassionate Weekend Baylor RN Home Health (Registered Nurse) to work with our Home Health team to deliver individualized care to patients in their homes throughout Sarasota & Charlotte counties (Sarasota to Port Charlotte area).
Award-Winning Home Health
Recognized as one of America’s Best [https://empathhomehealth.org/americas-best/] Home Health Providers for 2026, Empath Home Health delivers high‑quality, outcomes‑driven care trusted by patients, families, and healthcare professionals. Empath Home Health provides skilled nursing and therapy services to help patients recover and maintain independence at home, along with personal care support that assists with daily needs as part of a seamless continuum of care.
Locations
Home health visits in Sarasota and Charlotte counties (North Sarasota, Venice, Port Charlotte, North Port, and surrounding areas)
What You’ll Do
Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including OASIS assessments at required intervals
Develop, initiate, and revise individualized plans of care as patient needs evolve
Deliver skilled nursing services and treatments as outlined in the plan of care
Counsel and educate patients and families on disease processes, self-care techniques, and prevention strategies
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure seamless, holistic care
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
Graduate of an approved nursing program with an active Florida RN license
Prefers BSN or MSN degree
Minimum of 1 year of direct patient care experience; prior home health RN experience strongly preferred
Prefers experience using Homecare Homebase (HCHB) EMR
Strong assessment, critical thinking, and patient education skills
Willingness to participate in weekend and holiday on-call rotations
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.
