Hospice Registered Nurse, Wheaton

Safe Life Home Health Care, LLC; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Anodyne Palliative Services in Chicago seeks a dedicated registered nurse to provide compassionate hospice care to patients and families. You will assess needs, develop and implement care plans with the interdisciplinary team, administer medications, and document care activities accurately.

Requires an Illinois RN license and at least 1 year of hospice or palliative care experience, with knowledge of infection control and DME usage. Benefits include medical insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Illinois.
• Minimum 1 year nursing experience, preferably hospice/palliative.
• Infection control principles knowledge.
• Familiarity with sterile processing techniques.
• Experience in family planning and counseling.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and assist with ambulatory patients.
• Familiarity with dementia care techniques.
• Knowledge of medical imaging procedures and interpretation.
• Esthetic laser experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with DME usage and maintenance.
• Proficiency in sonography is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate and quality care to hospice patients and their families
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician
• Monitor and evaluate patient's response to treatment and adjust care plan as needed
• Educate patients and families on disease process, symptom management, and end-of-life care options
• Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and families
• Coordinate with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care
• Document patient care activities accurately and timely

Skills

RN license

Hospice/palliative care

Infection control

Sterile processing

Family planning & counseling

Lift & transfer assistance

Dementia care

Medical imaging

Esthetic laser experience

DME usage

Sonography

Job description

About us

Anodyne Palliative Services is a distinguished hospice company nestled in the heart of Chicago, dedicated to providing unparalleled end-of-life care. With a steadfast commitment to preserving dignity, enhancing comfort, and enriching the quality of life for individuals facing life-limiting illnesses, we stand as a beacon of compassion and professional excellence in the healthcare community. Our tight-knit team of skilled professionals shares a collective passion for delivering personalized care with empathy and respect.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate and quality care to hospice patients and their families
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician
• Monitor and evaluate patient's response to treatment and adjust care plan as needed
• Educate patients and families on disease process, symptom management, and end-of-life care options
• Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and families
• Coordinate with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care
• Document patient care activities accurately and timely

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in the state of Illinois
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience, preferably in hospice or palliative care
• Knowledge of infection control principles and practices
• Familiarity with sterile processing techniques
• Experience in family planning and counseling
• Ability to lift heavy objects and assist with ambulatory patients
• Familiarity with dementia care techniques
• Knowledge of medical imaging procedures and interpretation
• Experience with esthetic laser treatment is a plus
• Familiarity with durable medical equipment (DME) usage and maintenance
• Proficiency in sonography is a plus

We offer competitive compensation packages, including benefits such as medical insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Job Types

Full-time, Part-time, Per Diem

Benefits

• Flexible schedule

Medical Specialty

• Critical & Intensive Care
• Home Health
• Hospice & Palliative Medicine
• Wound Care

Physical Setting

• Acute care
• Long term care
• Nursing home
• Outpatient

Supplemental Pay

• Bonus opportunities
• Crisis pay
• Differential pay
• Overtime pay

License/Certification

• RN License (Required)

Shift availability

• Day Shift (Preferred)