Hospice Nurse - Case Manager
Company: Advocate Aurora Health
Location: Des Plaines
Posted on: January 18, 2023
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Job Description:
HOSPICE NURSE - CASE MANAGERLOCATION: NORTH CITYHOURS: DAYS
M-FThis position is also eligible for up to a $10000.00 sign on
bonus and subject to all taxes! You must be employed in the exact
position at time of payout. Internal team members are not eligible
for this sign on bonus at this time. Must be able to work one
summer and one winter holidayMust be able to rotate on an on call
scheduleJOB and UNIT: Home office is in Lombard, but travel to this
office is minimal. SUMMARY:Advocate At Home a division of Advocate
Health Care is the largest home health and hospice services in
Illinois. The Hospice Registered Nurse will provide Hospice
services and establish strong relationships with patients families
and caregivers. All medical needs will be coordinated by the RN who
is case managing the patient and utilizing the resources of the
team (i.e. social worker CNA MD etc.) The Hospice Registered Nurse
assumes primary responsibility for the assessment planning
implementation and evaluation of nursing care for assigned
patients. Hospice is a program designed specifically for people who
have chosen to change the plan of care for terminal illness from
aggressive medical treatment to palliative care.The Registered
Hospice Nurse will manage pain and symptoms so patients can make
the most of every day focusing on living well and with dignity.The
Registered Hospice Nurse will provide compassionate care to
patients and their family members at end of life.The Registered
Hospice Nurse will make every day count for patients families and
care givers.The Registered Hospice Nurse will document and connect
with the care team thru point of care documentation.The Registered
Hospice Nurse will be required to make visits to private residences
which may not be accessible to people with disabilities.THE
ADVOCATE HOSPICE NURSE:Nurse/Patient Relationship: Develops and
maintains a therapeutic relationship through the health care
continuumResponsible for documentation and communication of care
medication and observation.
Keywords: Advocate Aurora Health, Des Plaines , Hospice Nurse - Case Manager, Healthcare , Des Plaines, Illinois
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