Hospice Field Staff RN/Case Manager

Hospice Field Staff RN/Case Manager Hospice of Southern Illinois is a not‑for‑profit, free‑standing, community‑based hospice serving Southern Illinois and the St. Louis Metro‑East communities. We provide a range of services for people of all ages at the end of life. Our mission, since 1981, is to enhance the quality of life for individuals and their loved ones touched by a terminal illness. Video about working for Hospice of Southern Illinois: Position Summary The Staff Registered Nurse is responsible for assessing the patient, family, and caregiver needs, planning care, implementing the Plan of Care, and evaluating its effectiveness. As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the RN/Case Manager oversees the direction and coordination of the patient’s care throughout their time in hospice. Pay : $39.21 hourly. Full‑time non‑exempt, 40 hours weekly. Schedule : Monday‑Friday 8:30 AM‑5:00 PM with an additional rotational on‑call schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays. Location : Based at the Belleville Patient Services Office, primarily visiting patients within the Belleville service area (St.Clair, Monroe, Randolph, Washington counties). Valid driver’s license, current automobile insurance, and reliable transportation are required. Mileage reimbursement of $0.70 per mile for personal vehicle use. The facility is certified by the State of Illinois and complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act. By applying, you consent to be contacted via phone, text or email regarding your application. Benefits and insurance include paid time off, extended illness benefits, health, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, and a 403(b) retirement plan. For additional information about benefits and to apply, visit Contact HR Generalist Jade Gutierrez at (618) 310‑7129 or View email address on click.appcast.io. Equal Opportunity Employer. Position Requirements Education Graduate of a state‑approved school of nursing. Associate Degree or Diploma in Nursing required. Experience One (1) year of hospice experience preferred. Other Qualifications Current Illinois nursing license. Certification in hospice and palliative care preferred. CPR certification preferred. Excellent leadership, managerial, clinical assessment, organizational and interpersonal skills. Working knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid, hospice regulations, and third‑party payor expectations. Reliable means of transportation. Physical Requirements Perform repetitive tasks—bathing, transferring, lifting, and turning patients; sit for prolonged periods; exert up to 100 lbs occasionally, 50 lbs frequently, and 20 lbs constantly. Requires flexibility to bend at the knee and squat‑bend. Must manage stress, make decisions under pressure, and handle multiple priorities. Requires clear vision within 20 inches to 20 feet, and hearing alarms, phone, and tape recorder. Working Conditions Approximately 20% of the time is spent in an air‑conditioned environment with variable humidity and noise; 80% in a patient’s home or automobile. Exposure to malodorous odors, infectious bodies, pet hair, allergens, noxious cleaning agents, communicable diseases, and traffic may occur. Essential Functions of the Field Staff RN/Case Manager Maintain a caseload of patients and oversee the direction and coordination of their care and that of family and caregivers. Provide direct patient care, including all aspects of the nursing process, and participate in on‑call after‑hours care. Demonstrate required registered nurse clinical skills and exhibit them at the annual skills day. Complete a physical assessment, medication review, and symptom/pain evaluation on each visit; enter medication orders in a timely manner; communicate findings to the hospice physician and obtain orders; order medications from pharmacy promptly. Communicate pertinent information to all disciplines via communicator, telephone, encrypted text messaging system, and at the IDT meeting. Review and update the Plan of Care on each visit. Initiate, supervise, and update the Hospice Aide (HA) plan of care in a timely manner; supervise visits at least every 14 days per Medicare regulation. Explain disease progression patterns and provide effective ongoing education to patients, families, and caregivers. Apply principles of end‑of‑life pain and symptom management, considering patient and caregiver values and goals to keep patients pain‑free. Identify physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual needs related to terminal illness and collaborate with the IDT to meet those needs. Document assessment elements systematically and in a timely manner according to policies and performance standards. Oversee the activity of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) providing patient care. Participate in on‑call after‑hour care, triaging calls and demonstrating critical thinking skills in prioritizing and addressing each situation. Respond to emergency or crisis events with control, care prioritization, and quick execution of a plan. Provide emotional, spiritual, and psychosocial support; establish a therapeutic relationship with patient, family, and caregiver. At the IDT meeting, at least every 15 days, share new information on disease progression, suggest improvements to quality of life and comfort, and ensure the plan reflects the patient’s core wishes. Work cooperatively with a team to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives. Embrace change, manage stress, and maintain a positive attitude. Build relationships, collaborate with internal and external customers, cultivate referrals, analyze referral/admission problems, and propose solutions for better customer service and satisfaction. Participate in QAPI activities and maintain compliance with performance improvement measures. Organize and work efficiently with minimal supervision; be a self‑starter demonstrating flexibility, motivation, initiative, and commitment. Identify and contribute to new ideas and approaches to improve work processes. Integrate Hospice of Southern Illinois core values into daily practice. Manage paid time off appropriately and submit online requests in a timely manner. Maintain accurate timesheet documentation according to policy and standards. Other duties as assigned. Insurance and Benefit Information Accrual of paid time off (PTO) and extended illness benefits (EIB). Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Care insurance: company pays 90% of the employee’s health premium and contributes 15% toward spouse or child premiums. Traditional PPO Health Insurance Plans: FLEX Spending/FSA. High deductible Health Insurance Plans: HSAs with an employer contribution. Dental insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield. Vision insurance: BCBS. Monthly cell phone allowance: $36.00. Mileage reimbursement: $0.70 per mile. 403(b) Retirement Plans with a company match up to 4% of the employee’s 5% contribution (2026). Basic Life and AD&D insurance: paid by the company. Voluntary Supplemental Life insurance for the employee, spouse, or children. Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance (paid by the company). Employee Assistance Program from Mine & Associates. Tuition reimbursement: $3,500 annually after one year of employment for approved courses. Student loan reimbursement: $3,500 annually after one year of employment. McKendree University 10% tuition discount. SIUE 5% tuition discount. Recruitment referral reward program. Discounts from select companies (auto, cellphone, etc.). Burgundy Bucks earnable and spendable on items such as clothing and services in the Employee Portal. Wellness reimbursement: $200 annually for gym memberships, marathons, and weight‑loss programs. 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