Palliative Care RN

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Overview

The Palliative Care Registered Nurse (PC RN) plays a key role in supporting the clinical care for patients referred for palliative care consultation. This role includes working with the interdisciplinary team of physicians, advanced practice nurses, medical learners, chaplains, pharmacists, and social workers to deliver excellent patient and family care. This position supports the team in achieving clinical standards across the continuum of care through assessment, care planning, and consultative recommendations. Expected outcomes include: improved symptom management and enhanced communication between the multidisciplinary healthcare team, patients and their families; suitable improved quality of life for patients and their families

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Qualifications

Education:

·       Bachelor’s degree required.  Master’s degree preferred.Licensure/Certification/Registry:

·       Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois required

·       Certification in hospice and palliative care nursing desiredExperience:

·       Five years nursing experience is required

·       Two years nursing experience in palliative care, hospice, geriatrics or additional expertise that aligns with the needs of the seriously ill population preferred

·       Knowledge of end-of-life care, including advance care planning, symptom management, and bereavement care preferred