Nurse RNHospice Care

Family Paramount Hospice LLC; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company parties

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

Family Paramount Hospice LLC in Naperville, IL is seeking a Part-Time Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care across hospice settings, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and educate families on disease management. The role requires an active Illinois RN license, BLS/CPR certifications, and at least one year of nursing experience in hospice or related areas.

Candidates must be able to commute to Naperville and contribute to compassionate end-of-life care within a supportive,

Qualifications

• Licensed RN must be currently active in Illinois.
• Experience caring for hospice patients is preferred.
• Ability to document patient information accurately.
• Familiarity with EPIC or similar EMR systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in hospice settings.
• Assess conditions and develop care plans with the team.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Monitor vital signs and document medical history.
• Support families with disease management and care at home/facility.

Skills

Clinical nursing skills

Emergency decision making

Patient education

Communication skills

Attention to detail

ICD-9 coding familiarity

Education

RN license

CPR certification

BLS certification

Job description

Benefits:

Company parties

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Vision insurance

Duties:

• Provide direct patient care in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and ambulatory surgery centers.
• Assess patient conditions and develop appropriate care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Monitor and document patient vital signs and medical history.
• Assist with procedures such as tube feedings, wound care, and dialysis.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Educate patients and their families on disease management and self-care techniques.
• Utilize electronic medical record systems (such as Epic) to document patient information accurately.

Skills:

• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to assess patient conditions and make critical decisions in emergency situations (such as in the ER).
• Proficiency in using medical equipment and technology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Attention to detail in documenting patient information, including ICD-9 codes for accurate billing.
• Experience in specialized areas such as ophthalmology or ambulatory surgery centers is a plus.

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of duties and skills. Licensed Practical Nurses may be required to perform additional tasks based on the specific healthcare setting and patient needs.

Job Types:

Part-Time

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Medical Specialty:

Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Physical Setting:

Assisted living facility

Inpatient

Long term care

Nursing home

Outpatient

Rehabilitation center

Experience:

Nursing: 1 year (Required)

Hospice: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

BLS Certification (Required)

RN (Required)

CPR Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Naperville, IL (Required)