Position Overview:
The Hospice Field RN provides compassionate end-of-life care as part of an interdisciplinary team, coordinating and delivering direct and indirect patient care in patients’ homes across multiple counties.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform assessments, care planning, monitoring, and evaluation in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members, ensuring timely documentation and adherence to policies.
- Supervise home health aides, assign tasks, and provide guidance in patient homes.
- Assess patients for hospice placement, manage symptoms, and provide comfort measures.
- Participate in case conferencing, coordinate care, and facilitate communication among team members.
- Conduct home visits for patient monitoring, end-of-life assessments, and post-mortem procedures.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with Illinois certification.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
- Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience.
- Strong understanding of hospice regulations, documentation standards, and patient care planning.
Key Duties:
Deliver holistic end-of-life care, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, document accurately, coordinate with the healthcare team, and support families through compassionate patient care and bereavement referrals.