What are the responsibilities and job description for the Triage RN position at Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care?
Founded in 1982 as Joliet Area Community Hospice, Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care is an independent, nonprofit healthcare provider licensed in 11 counties in northwest Illinois. We provide exceptional serious illness care, hospice care and grief support for adults and children.
The majority of our direct patient care is in the field with Lightways team members providing care in the home, nursing facility or assisted living facility. We also have a 20-bed inpatient unit in Joliet. Non-clinical staff are based out of our Joliet administrative offices.
We currently have a full time opening for a Triage RN. The Triage RN works three (3) 12 hour shifts per week from 8 am - 8:30 pm. This position responds to calls from patients/families regarding symptom/pain management and responds in a timely manner. Also facilitates implementation of orders by coordinating medications and DME through the appropriate vendors. Completes various reports as required. Directs staff on assignments after hours and weekends/holidays. This position does rotate weekends and holidays working in Triage.
This position requires an RN with a minimum of two (2) years hospice experience. Incumbent should possess excellent interpersonal and time management skills. Also have the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately.
Lightways provides a full benefit package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with company match and paid time off. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE
For additional information on Lightways benefit package, please visit Lightways.org and click on Careers.
Salary : $71,000 - $90,000
