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LPN- Hospice Crisis Care

JourneyCare, Crystal Lake, IL, United States


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 and 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

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. Evaluate the patient’s response to treatments/medications

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