Hospice RN Case Manager - Lead Compassionate Care

Addus HomeCare; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great culture

401(k) match

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Referral program

Certification benefit

Job summary

Addus HomeCare's JourneyCare Hospice unit in Illinois seeks a dedicated Hospice RN to join our team. You will manage patient and family caseload, coordinate with the interdisciplinary team, and provide compassionate end-of-life care in a home health setting.

We offer competitive salaries, immediate opening, and generous benefits including time off and 401(k) match. CPR/First Aid certification and RN license are required; valid driver’s license and insurance proof are also needed.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited registered nursing program.
• Licensed as a registered nurse in the state of practice.
• Must possess current CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Knowledge of quality assessment and assurance procedures.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Assume primary responsibility for patient and family caseload across assessment, eligibility, admission, planning, implementation and evaluation phases of nursing care.
• Collect data from patient and family to identify needs affecting care and coordinate with the interdisciplinary team.
• Coordinate care with attending physician and other agencies to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Provide regular visits to reassess patient needs and update the plan of care.
• Perform clinical pronouncement of death and provide family support.
• Maintain accurate patient records, charts, progress notes, and timely care plans.
• Supervise and document delivery of care by the Home Health Aide per guidelines.

Skills

CPR

First Aid

Quality assessment

Patient assessment

Interdisciplinary coordination

Education

Registered nurse degree

Job description

Addus HomeCare's JourneyCare Hospice unit in Illinois seeks a dedicated Hospice RN to join our team. You will manage patient and family caseload, coordinate with the interdisciplinary team, and provide compassionate end-of-life care in a home health setting.

We offer competitive salaries, immediate opening, and generous benefits including time off and 401(k) match. CPR/First Aid certification and RN license are required; valid driver’s license and insurance proof are also needed.