What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resource RN position at Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care?
Founded in 1982 as Joliet Area Community Hospice, Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness is an independent, non-profit healthcare provider licensed in 11 counties in Illinois. We have a state-of-the-art facility and the first free standing hospice inpatient unit in Illinois. We have a 35-year history for providing compassionate professional care to terminally ill patients and their families. We are state-licensed and Medicare/Medicaid certified.
We are currently seeking two (2) Resource RN's to support our patients as well as referrals in the Northern counties of Illinois, primarily Northern Cook and Lake. This is a full-time, salaried position comprised of two 12-hour daytime shifts (8a-8:30p and/or 11a-11:30p) and two 8-hour evening shifts per week (3-11:30p) including every other weekend. Specific hours are negotiable.
Resource RN's are responsible for providing skilled nursing interventions and supportive care in patients' homes, nursing homes or long-term care facilities. This includes administering medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician and plan of care. Additionally, this role will support growth in the North territories by assisting with admissions.
Requirements include RN licensure with a minimum of one (1) year nursing experience in home health, critical care or long-term care, although hospice experience is preferred. Candidate must be self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.
Lightways Hospice offers a generous benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401k with a company match, 6 paid holidays and 16 days PTO the first year! Lightways Hospice is an equal opportunity employer.
For additional information on Lightways benefit package, please visit Lightways.org and click on Careers.
Salary : $68,000 - $93,000