Hospice RN Case Manager - Chicago area (downtown and west side)

About the role

The Department 39109 Hospice North Region is seeking a Full-time Benefits Eligible position with a sign-on bonus opportunity. The role is located in Chicago Areas/zip Codes 60601-60651 and secondary assignments in neighboring areas.

Responsibilities

• Identify and coordinate patient/family care in hospice settings.
• Provide comfort care at end of life and maximize quality of life for patients and families.
• Educate patients and families on disease processes, management, and hospice philosophies.
• Update primary physician as needed and document in electronic health record.
• Review and update patient care plans and collaborate with interdisciplinary team.
• Administer medication and treatments, supervise paraprofessionals, and facilitate discharge planning.
• Conduct OASIS and hospice assessments, ensure skilled nursing/homebound criteria, and perform patient positioning.
• Mentor new staff and communicate patient needs to healthcare providers.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse license and BLS certification.
• 1-2 years of nursing experience in home health, hospice, or related fields.
• Knowledge of principles of deformity prevention, human behavior, and stress management.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, decision-making, and organizational skills.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform various patient care tasks.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing program.
• Age-specific knowledge and skills as outlined in departmental job standards.

Skills

• Deformity prevention and body mechanics.
• Assessment and documentation skills.
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Decision-making and critical thinking.
• Physical agility and stamina.

Benefits

• Paid time off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Defined contribution retirement plans.
• Education assistance program.

Pay

$38.20 - $57.30 per hour.

Schedule

Standard schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Flexibility and on-call requirements are discussed with the manager or team lead.