Registered Nurse (RN)

LifeStyle Options - an Addus Homecare Company; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid Time Off - Vacation and sick time

Flexible schedule - Full Time and Part

24/7 support

Referral bonus

Employee discounts

Training program

Career opportunities

Job summary

LifeStyle Options - an Addus Homecare Company in Illinois is hiring Registered Nurses for private duty, one-on-one care in clients' homes with a low-acuity caseload. You pick when and where you work, enjoy flexibility, weekly pay, and 24/7 support, delivering care per the plan of care and state standards, with weekly pay and 24/7 support.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited RN program, an active RN license in the state, CPR certification, and home health experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited registered nursing program.
• Licensed as a RN in the state of practice (NEW GRADS WELCOME!).
• CPR certification. (NOTE: we offer classes if you need to renew)
• Home care or home health experience preferred
• Ability to provide nursing care in the home environment
• Ability to complete necessary documentation appropriately, legibly and timely
• Interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills necessary to complete job responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Observe and report any signs or symptoms indicative of changes in condition of the client and family situation. Document such reports and observations in the clinical record and notify supervisor.
• Perform assigned nursing procedures, including the administration of treatments and medications in the care of the patient, in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act and the plan of care.
• Teach the client appropriate self-care techniques.
• Notify the Supervisor, Case Manager, physicians, or families of changes in the client’s condition.
• Communicate potential risk management issues and report abuse or unsafe/illegal practice as required by law.
• Work with client, family and health care team members effectively to coordinate patient care.
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality at all times due to access to sensitive information.
• Follow HIPAA regulations and requirements.
• Abide by all regulations, policies, procedures and standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Home care experience

Interpersonal communication

Documentation

Education

RN license in state of practice

Graduated from accredited RN program

CPR certification

Home health experience preferred

Job description

Are you looking for a job with flexibility AND variety? At LifeStyle Options you can do exactly that!

Our RNs enjoy keep their skills sharp and help reduce burnout by working private duty one-on-one with a client in their home (low acuity).

Starting wage is $35 per hour.

You pick when, what and where you work! We offer weekly pay and 24/7 support. This position delivers professional nursing care to clients in accordance with the established plan of care and Company policies and procedures. Provides care consistent with all relevant professional standards and state and federal requirements

Essential Duties

• Observe and report any signs or symptoms indicative of changes in condition of the client and family situation. Document such reports and observations in the clinical record and notify supervisor.
• Perform assigned nursing procedures, including the administration of treatments and medications in the care of the patient, in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act and the plan of care.
• Teach the client appropriate self-care techniques.
• Notify the Supervisor, Case Manager, physicians, or families of changes in the client’s condition.
• Communicate potential risk management issues and report abuse or unsafe/illegal practice as required by law.
• Work with client, family and health care team members effectively to coordinate patient care.
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality at all times due to access to sensitive information.
• Follow HIPAA regulations and requirements.
• Abide by all regulations, policies, procedures and standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What We Offer Our Nurses

• Weekly Pay and Direct Deposit
• Paid Time Off - Vacation and sick time accrual
• A flexible schedule - Full Time and Part Time hours available! Work when and where YOU want (hourly shifts or live-in).
• Exceptional support team. Manager is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!
• Programs offered: Referral bonus, rewards, employee discounts, and employee assistance!
• Excellent training program on day one… and ongoing!
• Career opportunities.

Position Requirements & Competencies

• Graduate from an accredited registered nursing program
• Licensed as a RN in the state of practice (NEW GRADS WELCOME!)
• CPR certification. (NOTE: we offer classes if you need to renew)
• Home care or home health experience preferred
• Ability to provide nursing care in the home environment
• Ability to complete necessary documentation appropriately, legibly and timely
• Interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills necessary to complete job responsibilities

Eligible employees and their dependents will be offered medical, hospitalization, vision, and dental benefits through the employer sponsored minimum essential plan. Employees are also eligible to enroll in employer sponsored retirement plan after 6 months of service (21 years of age). Accrued paid time off (up to 80 hours per year based on tenure), and 1.5x pay for scheduled/worked covered holidays.

Employee wellbeing is top priority at Addus Homecare, and we're thrilled to announce our recognition as the top healthcare company on Indeed's 2024 Top 100 Work Wellbeing Index. View the full rankings here: https://www.indeed.com/employers/work-wellbeing/work-wellbeing-100-ranking.