Hospice Nurse

Hospice RN Case Manager

We are working with one of Chicago's top-rated hospice agencies to assist them in their search for a Hospice RN Case Manager to visit patients living in the Freeport area. Ideal candidates will be comfortable visiting patients in the home.

Job Description

• Provide direct patient care to patients who have been admitted to palliative care.
• Provide RN case management services to the agency's clients located in various facilities and/or homes in the Chicago suburbs.
• Perform assessments on the patient's situation, as well as detect changes in symptoms, health, or pain, and know when action is necessary.
• Work with doctors to administer medications, monitor vital signs, and observe subtle changes in a patient's health.

Requirements

• Must be sympathetic to a patient's needs.
• Able to deal with people in various states of pain, trauma, and tragedy.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.
• Reliable transportation and clean driving record.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a hospice field nurse.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Compensation

The starting annual salary for this position ranges from $75,000.00 to $80,000.00 depending on experience and licensing.