Duties:
- Provide direct patient care in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and ambulatory surgery centers.
- Assess patient conditions and develop appropriate care plans.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitor and document patient vital signs and medical history.
- Assist with procedures such as tube feedings, wound care, and dialysis.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Educate patients and their families on disease management and self-care techniques.
- Utilize electronic medical record systems (such as Epic) to document patient information accurately.
Skills:
- Strong clinical skills and knowledge of medical terminology.
- Ability to assess patient conditions and make critical decisions in emergency situations (such as in the ER).
- Proficiency in using medical equipment and technology.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Attention to detail in documenting patient information, including ICD-9 codes for accurate billing.
- Experience in specialized areas such as ophthalmology or ambulatory surgery centers is a plus.
Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of duties and skills. Licensed Practical Nurses may be required to perform additional tasks based on the specific healthcare setting and patient needs.
Job Types: Part-Time
Benefits:
Medical Specialty:
- Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Physical Setting:
- Assisted living facility
- Inpatient
- Long term care
- Nursing home
- Outpatient
- Rehabilitation center
Experience:
- Nursing: 1 year (Required)
- Hospice: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Required)
- RN (Required)
- CPR Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Naperville, IL (Required)
Who We Are
Family Paramount Hospice stands committed to providing exceptional hospice care in Naperville, Illinois, embracing patients and their families with warmth, dedication, and love. Beyond meeting physical needs, our goal is to bring comfort and smiles, ensuring dignity and respect in every moment. Trust us for the well-being and happiness of loved ones as our compassionate caregivers extend care to our patients.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide optimal comfort and dignity to our patients throughout their end-of-life journey. We will achieve this by focusing on patient and family-centered goals, addressing not only their medical needs but also providing care for their mental and spiritual well-being during this significant journey.