Hospice Crisis Care LPN - PRN Nights

Addus HomeCare, Inc.; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

JourneyCare Hospice is looking for a Hospice LPN to join its Crisis Care team on a flexible PRN basis. The role involves providing direct patient care, education, and coordination of services to meet the needs of terminally ill patients. With a focus on competitive pay and a supportive culture, this position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in hospice care.

Benefits

Flexible Hours

Great culture and team atmosphere

Mileage reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Employee Discount Programs

Qualifications

• Three years of nursing experience; community health or hospice preferred.
• Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in Illinois.
• Must possess current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act.
• Implement nursing practice following assessment and plan of care.
• Participate in coordination of hospice services.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program

Job description

JourneyCare Hospice is seeking a Hospice LPN to join our growing Crisis Care team on a PRN basis! New competitive salaries and flexible hours!

HOURS: As Needed. Shifts will be 12-hour shifts 7PM-7AM both weekday and weekend.

TERRITORY: St. Charles, Des Plaines, Aurora, IL and surrounding area.

SALARY: $26-$38 hourly - Offer Based on Years of Experience

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or a vocational nursing program
• Three years of nursing experience. Community health, hospice or medical/surgical experience is preferred
• Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the practicing state
• Must possess current CPR Certification
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills
• Valid driver’s license with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state requirements
• Understands the philosophy of hospice concept and the needs of the terminally ill

What We offer:

• Flexible Hours
• Great culture and team atmosphere
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Discount Programs

What You’ll Do:

• Provide direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act
• Implement current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care
• Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care
• Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self-plan of care
• Participate in the coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group.
• Provide appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates the patient’s response to treatments/medications