Capital Hospice & Palliative Care is hiring: Registered Nurse / Hospice Nurse North Chicago in Chicago
capital hospice amp palliative careChicago, IL
Capital Hospice & Palliative Care is hiring: Registered Nurse / Hospice Nurse North Chicago in Chicago
capital hospice amp palliative careChicago, ILSenior L5
Home Health Care ServicesServices for the Elderly and Persons with DisabilitiesNursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities)
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We are currently seeking a full-time hospice RN that organizes and directs hospice care and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The hospice RN plans and delivers care to patients by assessment, planning, implementation and effectively interacts with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team members while maintaining standards of professional nursing and clinical competency.
Patient Care Responsibilities:
Completes an initial comprehensive physical assessment and history of current and previous illnesses.
Ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice plan of care.
Develop and revise care plans in collaboration with IDG, PCP, patient & families.
Initially and continually educates patient and families on hospice services & philosophy.
Establish HHA care plans as well as indirectly and directly supervising the plan of care per regulations.
Excellent communication with Clinical Director, IDG Team, PCP, community health representatives, patient & family.
Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient's condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate.
Knowledge of and availability to perform patient information visits or admissions as needed including explanation of the hospice services.
Attend and participate in interdisciplinary group meetings.
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Valid license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois
Valid IL driver's license and auto insurance
Hospice experience preferred but not required
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insuranceWork Location: On the road
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Level
Senior L5
Location
Chicago, IL
Occupation
Registered Nurses
Industry
Home Health Care Services
Posted
9 days ago