Field Hospice Registered Nurse — Compassionate Home Care

Sarah Bush Lincoln; Lincoln (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarah Bush Lincoln is seeking a Registered Nurse for Field Hospice in Lincoln, IL. The role involves providing compassionate nursing and supportive care to terminally ill patients and their families, managing a caseload, and collaborating with the care team.

The position requires a IL RN license, ADN, driver’s license, auto insurance, and BLS/CPR certification. Expect 40 hours per week with weekend/holiday/on-call rotation and thorough documentation and patient education.

Qualifications

• Active RN in Illinois.
• ADN degree or equivalent nursing credential.
• Driver's License and Auto Insurance.
• BLS or CPR certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess data to identify patient health needs and plan care.
• Attend to patients and families at the time of death.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams for assigned patients.
• Analyze data to diagnose problems and set outcomes.
• Supervise care according to the plan and safety standards.
• Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours, weekends and holidays.
• Document promptly and maintain accurate records.
• Educate patients and families about care and reimbursement options.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Ability to work with death/dying

Ability to work with minimal supervis​

On-call coordination

Education

ADN/Associate Degree in Nursing

Job description

Sarah Bush Lincoln is seeking a Registered Nurse for Field Hospice in Lincoln, IL. The role involves providing compassionate nursing and supportive care to terminally ill patients and their families, managing a caseload, and collaborating with the care team.

The position requires a IL RN license, ADN, driver’s license, auto insurance, and BLS/CPR certification. Expect 40 hours per week with weekend/holiday/on-call rotation and thorough documentation and patient education.