Hospice Field RN: End-of-Life Care & Family Support

Sarah Bush Lincoln; Illinois; On-site; USD 54,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center is seeking a Registered Nurse for Hospice Field coverage. The role involves providing nursing and supportive care to terminally ill patients and families, managing a patient caseload, and participating in interdisciplinary team planning.

Hours are 7am-7pm, with 3 12s and weekend/holiday rotations. Requires active IL RN license, BLS/CPR within 90 days, and a driver’s license. Compensation is based on experience and market norms.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Illinois required.
• Minimum of one year of nursing experience.
• BLS or CPR certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient and family needs and plan care in collaboration with the team.
• Provide nursing and supportive care for terminally ill patients and families/caregivers.
• Attend to patients and families at the time of patient’s death.
• Coordinate care and evaluate progress with interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Document timely and accurate patient information and outcomes.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

On-call readiness

Education

ADN (Required)

Job description

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center is seeking a Registered Nurse for Hospice Field coverage. The role involves providing nursing and supportive care to terminally ill patients and families, managing a patient caseload, and participating in interdisciplinary team planning.

Hours are 7am-7pm, with 3 12s and weekend/holiday rotations. Requires active IL RN license, BLS/CPR within 90 days, and a driver’s license. Compensation is based on experience and market norms.