LPN- Hospice Crisis Care

JourneyCare Hospice is seeking a Hospice LPN to join our growing Crisis Care team! This is a field-based position responsible for following the plan of care for our continuous care patients, providing treatments, and working collaboratively to help our patients and their families. HOURS: Monday - Friday (3) 12-Hour Shifts 7AM-7PM. On-call every other weekend TERRITORY : Crystal Lake, IL 60014 Salary: $26 - $38 hourly. Offer Based on Years of Experience Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or a vocational nursing program Three years of nursing experience. Community health, hospice or medical/surgical experience is preferred Currently licensed as an LPN/LVN in the practicing state Must possess current CPR Certification Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills Valid driver’s license with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state requirements Understands the philosophy of hospice concept and the needs of the terminally ill What We offer: Great culture and team atmosphere Comprehensive benefits effective on the first of the month 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match Generous time off accruals Paid holidays Mileage reimbursement Tuition Reimbursement Employee Referral Program Hospice Certification benefit and salary increase Merit Increases Employee Discount Programs What You’ll Do: Provide direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act Implement current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self-plan of care Participate in the coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group. Provide appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates the patient’s response to treatments/medications ACHOS 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: