Night Hospice LPN – Crisis Care

addus; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 74,776,000 - 108,886,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referrals

Hospice certification benefit

Merit increases

Employee discounts

Job summary

JourneyCare Hospice is seeking a Hospice LPN to join our Crisis Care team. This field-based role follows the plan of care for continuous care patients, delivering treatments and collaborating with families.

The LPN will work Monday–Friday with (3) 12-hour shifts 7 PM–7 AM and every other weekend, serving Northbrook, IL. We offer comprehensive benefits, a 401(k) match, PTO and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act.
• Follow a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.
• Document patient services accurately and promptly to reflect the plan of care.
• Educate patient and family/caregiver about diagnosis and self-care plans.
• Coordinate hospice services and report needs to the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide pain and symptom management and evaluate treatment responses.

Skills

CPR Certification

Verbal & Written Communication

Organization Skills

Valid Driver's License

Education

Practical Nurse or Vocational Nursing Program

Job description

JourneyCare Hospice is seeking a Hospice LPN to join our Crisis Care team. This field-based role follows the plan of care for continuous care patients, delivering treatments and collaborating with families.

The LPN will work Monday–Friday with (3) 12-hour shifts 7 PM–7 AM and every other weekend, serving Northbrook, IL. We offer comprehensive benefits, a 401(k) match, PTO and tuition reimbursement.