On Call Registered Nurse - Hospice (39224)
The Care Team · Peoria, IL · 1 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice required.
- Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience required; hospice, home health, oncology, palliative care, or critical care experience preferred.
- Strong clinical assessment, symptom management, and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize urgent patient needs, and make sound clinical decisions in the field.
- Experience with electronic medical records (EMR); Homecare Homebase (HCHB) experience preferred.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively support patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current automobile insurance required.
Responsibilities
- Respond to after-hours and weekend patient, family, and caregiver needs by providing timely nursing assessments, interventions, and clinical support.
- Perform on-call visits to assess changes in patient condition, manage symptoms, and implement appropriate care plans.
- Career Path Program with opportunities for advancement and increased compensation.
- Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care while supporting the physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs of patients and families.