Hospice Crisis Care LPN - PRN Nights

Addus HomeCare, Inc.; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

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: Crystal Lake, Elgin, Huntley, Carpentersville IL and surrounding communities.

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