Hospice of Southern Illinois, Inc.

Community Education Coordinator II Hospice of Southern Illinois is a not-for-profit, free-standing, community-based hospice offering Southern Illinois and St. Louis Metro-East communities a range of services for people of all ages at the end of life. We have been providing compassionate care to terminally ill patients and their families in their home or a home-like setting since 1981. Since that time, we have continued our mission to enhance the quality of life for individuals and their loved ones touched by a terminal illness. Our reputation is a direct result of our desire to do more than what is required or expected. This can be seen in the passion and commitment of our employees and volunteers to provide excellent hospice care through all the services we provide. A career in hospice care at Hospice of Southern Illinois is a calling. Is it calling you? We are currently hiring for a Community Education Coordinator II position that would be based out of our Marion, IL office.   Summary of Community Education Coordinator II Position: Summary : Establish positive relationships with referral sources; enhance knowledge of the agency and its services in the community and among professional groups.  Support the organization attainment of strategic goals consistent with regulatory and agency policies, procedures, and standards.  Assists Community Education Manager with community and marketing activities in the service area.  Liaison between referral sources and clinical team.  Assesses community needs and solicits speaking opportunities to develop business.  Proposes, develops, and prepares community education resources for referral sources.  Networks to solicit current marketing trends in order to collaborate with Community Education Manager and Community Relations & Education Director to establish goals that support organizational goals. Schedule : 40 Hours Weekly, Monday-Friday 8:30 AM- 5:00 PM, with the possibility of evenings or weekends. Pay : $68,172.00 Annually. Full-Time Salaried Exempt Position. Location : Will be based out of the Patient Services Office located at 204 North Halfway Road, Marion, IL 62959. Will travel within all of the counties of our Marion office’s service area. This position has access to use the Company Vehicle for company related business. If the company car is not available for use, you would receive Mileage Reimbursement of .67 cents per mile for driving your personal vehicle. Hospice of Southern Illinois is certified by the State of Illinois and is in compliance with the registration requirements of the Illinois Equal Pay Act. By applying, you are consenting to be contacted via phone call, text, or email regarding your application for this position. For further information about our company, to apply online or see detailed information about benefits, please visit www.hospice.org/careers . For any questions or concerns, please contact HR Generalist Jade Gutierrez at (618) 310-7129 or email jgutierrez@hospice.org   . EOE   Position Requirements Education Bachelor’s degree in marketing or equivalent preferred. Qualifications Minimum of three (3) years of successful experience in marketing or sales required. One year experience in hospice preferred. Other Qualifications Reliable means of transportation. Ability to travel within the geographical boundaries of Hospice of Southern Illinois. Ability to function with minimal supervision. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships. Ability to identify and interpret competitor trends.   Physical Requirement s: Performs repetitive tasks, exerts up to 50 lbs. force occasionally.  Requires clarity of vision >20 inches <20 feet, hears alarms/telephone/tape recorder. Bending at knee and squat-bend flexibility.  The Community Education Coordinator II manages stress appropriately, makes decisions under pressure, handle multiple priorities and works alone.   Working Conditions : The Community Education Coordinator II spends approximately 70% of his/her time in the following settings: air-conditioned office buildings and 30% in an automobile.  Both environments vary in exposure to excessive humidity and noise.  The position does have exposure to malodorous, infectious body fluids from patients, exposure to communicable diseases and exposure to traffic.   Essential Functions of the Community Education Coordinator II Position Effectively fosters collaborative and positive relationships through trust and attentive listening skills. Effectively assesses community needs and identifies potential educational opportunities for referral sources to enhance brand awareness. Demonstrates the ability to adapt relationship style to various referral sources and community partners to strengthen the organization’s identification. Ability to prioritize and effectively manage referral sources. Effectively works as a professional liaison between referral sources, community partners, and the Hospice of Southern Illinois clinical team to strengthen the organization’s goals. Demonstrates the ability to work autonomously and efficiently. Develops positive relationships with potential new referral sources.  Implements ways to partner with referral sources and community partners to continually sustain and grow relationships. Ability to effectively evaluate statistics, to see if marketing efforts are transitioning into referrals, to meet the organization’s goals. Effectively balances and manages referral sources (including but not limited to: physician, offices, LTCF, assisted living facilities and community partners). Demonstrate the ability to facilitate Hospice of Southern Illinois presentations to referral sources and community partners in a professional manner, to enhance the organization’s brand awareness. Takes initiative to plan ahead for upcoming problems or opportunities and takes appropriate action. Effectively communicates and presents information in a clear and concise manner. Successfully mediates conflict between individuals and groups; can hammer out tough agreements and settle disputes equitably; can find common ground and obtain cooperation with minimum noise. Analyzes problems by evaluating available information and resources; makes decisions and develops effective, viable solutions to problems which can help drive the effectiveness of the department.   The ability to incorporate values and principles that distinguish right from wrong in making ethical decisions and choosing behaviors, which align with the core values of the organization. Demonstrates the ability to solve problems, to identify, design, and contribute to the development of new ideas and approaches that will improve work processes and systems. Self-management of behaviors that is conducive to positive team member  interactions.  Demonstrates the ability to embrace change if the situation demands it, manages stress, chooses a positive attitude, and to take initiative to make positive changes. Able to manage time through planning and exercising conscious control over the amount of time spent on specific activities, especially to increase effectiveness, efficiency, or productivity of the department. Demonstrates the ability to work cooperatively and to consider how actions affect others, cultivating a team environment to establish, build and maintain positive work relationships. Is self-aware to recognize own feelings and their causes and effectively manage these feelings. Utilizes technology to represent data. Motivation – Demonstrates drive, commitment, initiative and optimism. Ability to support, demonstrate, and celebrate Hospice of Southern Illinois core values in daily practice. Appropriately manages paid time off per the guidelines set forth in the Employee Handbook and Benefits Manual. Other duties as assigned.   Insurance and Benefit Information Accrual of Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Benefits (EIB) Blue Cross Blue Shield Healthcare Medical Insurance. Company pays 90% of the employee’s health insurance premiums and contributes 15% towards the health insurance premiums for spouses or children. Please see the health insurance pricing at  www.hospice.org/careers . FLEX Spending/FSA for Traditional PPO Health Insurance Plans HSAs for High Deductible Health Insurance Plans with an employer contribution Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental Insurance Monthly Cell Phone Allowance of $36 Access to use the Company Vehicle for company related business. If the company car is not available for use, you would receive mileage Reimbursement of .67 cents per mile for driving your personal vehicle. BCBS Vision Insurance 403(b) Retirement Plan with a company match up to 3% in 2025. BCBS Basic Life and AD&D insurance (Paid for by the company) BCBS Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance for the employee, spouse, or children BCBS Short-Term Disability BCBS Long-Term Disability (Paid for by the company) Employee Assistance Program from Mine & Associates Tuition Reimbursement of $3,500 annually after one year of employment for approved courses. Student Loan Reimbursement of $2,500 annually after one year of employment McKendree University 10% Tuition Discount SIUE 5% Tuition Discount Recruitment Referral Reward Program Discounts from select companies (auto, cellphone, etc.) Earn Burgundy Bucks which can be spent on items such as clothing and services in the Employee Portal Wellness Reimbursement of $200 annually for gym memberships, marathons, and weight loss programs

Facilities/Purchasing Supervisor  Hospice of Southern Illinois is a not-for-profit, free-standing, community-based hospice offering Southern Illinois and St. Louis Metro-East communities a range of services for people of all ages at the end of life. We have been providing compassionate care to terminally ill patients and their families in their home or a home-like setting since 1981. Since that time, we have continued our mission to enhance the quality of life for individuals and their loved ones touched by a terminal illness. Our reputation is a direct result of our desire to do more than what is required or expected. This can be seen in the passion and commitment of our employees and volunteers to provide excellent hospice care through all the services we provide. A career in hospice care at Hospice of Southern Illinois is a calling. Is it calling you? We are currently hiring for the Facilities/Purchasing Supervisor position that would be based out of our Belleville, IL office.   Summary of the Facilities/Purchasing Supervisor Position: Position Summary : The Facilities/Purchasing Supervisor is responsible for ordering, maintaining and distribution of all supplies and equipment for patients and staff.  The Facilities/Purchasing Supervisor is also responsible for management of facility building, grounds, and equipment. To be considered for the position, prior experience in facility management and  maintenance skills (such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, etc.) are required. Purchasing is only about 25% of the position. Pay : $64,480.00 Annually. Full-Time Salaried Exempt Position. Schedule : Monday- Friday 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. with the possibility of some evening and weekend calls regarding maintenance emergencies or issues. Location : Will work at the Hospice of Southern Illinois Administration Building located at 305 South Illinois Street, Belleville, IL 62220. This is not a remote position.  Will also need to periodically visit the Patient Services Building located at 204 North Halfway Road, Marion, IL 62959. Hospice of Southern Illinois is certified by the State of Illinois and is in compliance with the registration requirements of the Illinois Equal Pay Act. By applying, you are consenting to be contacted via phone call, text, or email regarding your application for this position. For further information about our company, to apply online or see detailed information about benefits, please visit www.hospice.org/careers . For any questions or concerns, please contact HR Generalist Jade Gutierrez at (618) 310-7129 or email jgutierrez@hospice.org   . EOE   Position Requirements Education Graduate from an accredited high school Experience Prior experience in facility management required. Prior experience in purchasing preferred. Other Qualifications Ability to analyze problems and perform duties necessary to maintain facilities. Good organizational and communication skills. Accurate and neat with paperwork. Ability to access organizational supply needs and make appropriate orders.   Physical Requirements: Performs repetitive tasks.  Prolonged periods of sitting and of other appropriately.  Requires clarity of vision >20 inches and <20 feet.  Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination).  Hears alarm and telephone.  Bending at waist and knee frequently.  Required lifting up to 60 pounds occasionally.    Working Conditions: The Facilities/Purchasing Supervisor spends approximately 90% of his/her time in an air-conditioned environment with varying exposure to excessive humidity and noise.  The remaining 10% of his/her time is spent in various non-air-conditioned climates with varying exposure to humidity and noise.   Essential Functions of the Facilities/Purchasing Supervisor Position Ability to oversee and coordinate building maintenance, repairs, and upkeep. Ensures facility is clean and maintained according to company policy and procedures. Manage and schedule routine inspections and maintenance tasks. Effectively troubleshoot problems related to mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems.  Oversee and coordinate new construction projects. Effectively identify needs and cost for future repairs and upgrades. Able to identify environmental risk regarding facilities operations and maintenance. Ensures compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Select, coordinate, and manage relationships with vendors and contractors. Negotiate contracts.  Effectively monitors and reports on operational expenses. Demonstrates the ability to order and distribute office supplies and equipment in a timely manner. Effectively self-prioritizes, manages time efficiently and is able to multitask. Ability to process purchase orders and invoices in a timely manner. Knowledge of collection and disposal processes for filled sharp containers per OSHA guidelines. Effectively anticipates medical supply needs for timely delivery of adequate inventory at all locations. Ability to hire, train, supervise, and evaluate employees at multiple locations. Collaborate with leadership on planning and coordinating space allocations and utilization. Manage and coordinate renovations and upgrades. Knowledge of code compliance in each municipality in which facilities are located. Knowledge of safety processes and procedures. Ensures facilities and grounds are safe, secure, and compliant with safety regulations. Able to implement emergency preparedness plan in the event of organizational emergencies. Effectively identifies opportunities for cost savings. Demonstrates the ability to forecast and maintain organizational facilities operations, maintenance, and repair budgets in addition to office and medical supply budgets. Ensures organizational fleet vehicles are maintained appropriately. Effective interpersonal relationships - provides appropriate, useful and timely feedback; provides realistic expectations for employees; understands and demonstrates the ability to build effective teams; models fairness and conveys respect; cultivates inclusive behaviors to better understand diverse individuals; conveys an air of confidence and instills confidence in others. Communication with impact - delivers clear messages appropriate for others understanding; ensures understanding; listens and responds effectively - written and oral; stays composed and navigates the differences for better understanding; provides feedback, receives feedback, and asks for feedback. Ability to support, demonstrate, and celebrate evidence of Hospice of Southern Illinois’ core values. Appropriately manages Paid Time Off. Submits requests for time off per the Employee Handbook and Benefits Manual. Other duties as assigned.   Insurance and Benefit Information Accrual of Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Benefits (EIB) Blue Cross Blue Shield Healthcare Medical Insurance. Company pays 90% of the employee’s health insurance premiums and contributes 15% towards the health insurance premiums for spouses or children. Please see the health insurance pricing at  www.hospice.org/careers . FLEX Spending/FSA for Traditional PPO Health Insurance Plans HSAs for High Deductible Health Insurance Plans with an employer contribution Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental Insurance Monthly Cell Phone Allowance of $36 Access to use the Company Vehicle for company related business. If the company car is not available for use, you would receive mileage Reimbursement of .67 cents per mile for driving your personal vehicle. BCBS Vision Insurance 403(b) Retirement Plan with a company match up to 3% in 2025. BCBS Basic Life and AD&D insurance (Paid for by the company) BCBS Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance for the employee, spouse, or children BCBS Short-Term Disability BCBS Long-Term Disability (Paid for by the company) Employee Assistance Program from Mine & Associates Tuition Reimbursement of $3,500 annually after one year of employment for approved courses. Student Loan Reimbursement of $2,500 annually after one year of employment McKendree University 10% Tuition Discount SIUE 5% Tuition Discount Recruitment Referral Reward Program Discounts from select companies (auto, cellphone, etc.) Earn Burgundy Bucks which can be spent on items such as clothing and services in the Employee Portal Wellness Reimbursement of $200 annually for gym memberships, marathons, and weight loss programs  

Weekend On-Call Admission RN Position   Hospice of Southern Illinois is a not-for-profit, free-standing, community-based hospice offering Southern Illinois and St. Louis Metro-East communities a range of services for people of all ages at the end of life. We have been providing compassionate care to terminally ill patients and their families in their home or a home-like setting since 1981. Since that time, we have continued our mission to enhance the quality of life for individuals and their loved ones touched by a terminal illness. Our reputation is a direct result of our desire to do more than what is required or expected. This can be seen in the passion and commitment of our employees and volunteers to provide excellent hospice care through all the services we provide. A career in hospice care at Hospice of Southern Illinois is a calling. Is it calling you? We are currently hiring for the Weekend On-Call Admission RN position that would be based out of our Belleville, IL office.   Weekend On-Call Admission RN Position Summary Position Summary : As a member of the dedicated admission team, the Admission Nurse has knowledge and competency related to admission compliance requirements and the hospice admission process.  Works closely with the attending physician, hospice medical director, patient, and family on the initial assessment, care planning and care implementation for the patient. Schedule : Would be on-call weekends for Admissions beginning Fridays at 5:00 P.M. until Mondays at 8:30 A.M. During orientation (at least 3 weeks), a Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM schedule would need to be done for training, however, we would work with your availability. Pay : $38.80 Hourly. Full-Time Non-Exempt Position. While it is an on-call position and the hours of actual time worked would vary, this position is guaranteed pay of 40 Hours weekly at the hourly rate of pay. Also paid additional pager time of $2.00 an hour for on-call time (63.50 hours weekly/ 127 hours bi-weekly) Would also participate in a rotating on-call shift for holidays. Location : Would travel within all of the counties of our Belleville office’s service area which include the following counties: St. Clair, Monroe, Washington, Randolph, Clinton, Madison, Bond, Montgomery, Macoupin, Jersey, and Calhoun. We visit our patients wherever they may be located, whether it be in their homes, long-term care facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, etc. As a result, a valid driver's license, current automobile insurance, and reliable transportation are requirements of the position. The company reimburses .67 per mile for driving personal vehicles.  Hospice of Southern Illinois is certified by the State of Illinois and is in compliance with the registration requirements of the Illinois Equal Pay Act. By applying, you are consenting to be contacted via phone call, text, or email regarding your application for this position. Benefits and insurance offered include: paid-time off, extended illness benefits, health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term & long term disability insurance, 403(b) retirement plan. Please see below and the FAQ on benefits on www.hospice.org/careers for additional details. For further information about our company, to apply online or see detailed information about benefits, please visit www.hospice.org/careers . For any questions or concerns, please contact HR Generalist Jade Gutierrez at (618) 310-7129 or email jgutierrez@hospice.org . EOE   Position Requirements Education Graduate of State-approved school of nursing. Associate Degree in Nursing or Diploma in Nursing required.  Bachelor of Science in Nursing, preferred,  Experience One (1) year experience in hospice preferred. Other Qualifications Current Illinois RN license required. Certification in hospice and palliative care preferred. CPR Certification preferred. Excellent clinical assessment, organizational and interpersonal relationship skills. A working knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid, hospice regulations, and third-party payor expectations is preferred. Reliable means of transportation.   Physical Requirements: Performs repetitive tasks.  Physical tasks including bathing, transferring, lifting, and turning of patients in the home or home-like setting.  Prolonged periods of sitting at times.  Exerts up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. frequently and/or 20 lbs. constantly.  Requires physical flexibility of bending at knee and squat-bend. The Weekend On-Call Admission Nurse manages stress appropriately, makes decisions under pressure, handles multiple priorities, works with an Interdisciplinary Team and manages anger/fear/hostility/violence of other appropriately.  This position requires clarity of vision >20 inches and   Working Conditions: The Weekend On-Call Admission Nurse spends approximately 50% of his/her time in an air-conditioned environment with varying exposure to excessive humidity and noise.  The remaining 50% of his/her time is spent in an automobile or patient home, which may or may not have heat/air conditioning.  The position has potential for exposure to malodorous odors, infectious body fluids from patients, animal pet hair, allergens in the home environment, some exposure to noxious smells from cleansing agents, and exposure to communicable diseases and traffic.   Essential Functions of the Weekend On-Call Admission RN Position : Coordinates intake including collection of information, completion of referral form, obtaining attending physician certification, and computer documentation of the preadmission process, in a timely manner. Provides education on hospice care and services to all clients and referral sources. Displays knowledge of Medicare Hospice Eligibility Guidelines. Reviews the medical record and collaborates with the attending physician and hospice medical director on determining eligibility for hospice care. Explains and reviews the philosophy of hospice, hospice services, and the admission consents with the patient/family in a language and manner that the patient/family understands. Demonstrates basic registered nurse clinical skills. Gives a practical exhibition and explanation at the required annual skills day. Completes a comprehensive physical assessment. Communicates findings to the hospice medical director and utilizes information on the formulation of the plan of care necessary to treat the patient/family immediate care needs. Identifies the physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual needs related to the terminal illness according to Medicare conditions of participation. Communicates this information appropriately through documentation and/or collaboration with Field Staff RN/Case Manager, Social Worker and/or Chaplain. Reviews medication, durable medical equipment (DME), and care needs with patient/family to ensure the patient/family has thorough understanding. Knowledgeable in patterns of disease progression at end-of-life and provides education to patient/family and facility staff at the time of admission. Uses knowledge in principles of end-of-life pain and symptom management. Collaborates with patient and family’s stated values and goals when considering treatment options. Includes CMS Hospice Item Set (HIS) and/or Hospice Outcomes and Patient Evaluation (HOPE) Quality Measures in discussion with patient/family and timely documents this to ensure compliance. Documents the elements of the comprehensive admission assessment in a systematic and timely manner according to Policy and Standards of Performance. Communicates admission information to the interdisciplinary team to ensure prompt start and coordination of care. Willing to assist with routine patient visits when needed. Works with the interdisciplinary team regarding the Service Intensity Add-On and visits current patients to ensure compliance. Willing to participate in on-call after hours care and picks up additional on-call shifts when the need arises. Teamwork- demonstrates the ability to work cooperatively with others in a team environment to ensure deadlines, goals, and objectives are met. Consistently collaborates with nursing and hospice aide team to assure patient care needs are met. Identifies issues noted by the patient/family and relates them to the patients care team promptly. Builds relationships and collaborates effectively with internal and external customers while cultivating referrals and referral sources. Identifies and analyzes problems in the referral/admission process and offers solutions to streamline for better customer service and satisfaction. Participates in QAPI activities. Knowledgeable about performance improvement measures and works to maintain compliance. Organized and works efficiently with minimal supervision. Is a self-starter who demonstrates flexibility, motivation, initiative, and commitment. Ensures required assigned education is finished in the specified time. Has knowledge of community resources and provides information to referral sources to provide maximum services to patients/families. Demonstrates technical knowledge and competency in hospice nursing care and communicates that expertise in conversations with patients/families/referral sources. Able to incorporate Hospice of Southern Illinois’ core values in daily practice. Appropriately manages Paid Time Off. Submits on-line request for time off in a timely manner. Timely and accurate timesheet documentation according to Policy and Standards of Performance. Other duties as assigned.   Insurance and Benefit Information Accrual of Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Benefits (EIB) Blue Cross Blue Shield Healthcare Medical Insurance. Company pays 90% of the employee’s health insurance premiums and contributes 15% towards the health insurance premiums for spouses or children. Please see the health insurance pricing at  www.hospice.org/careers . FLEX Spending/FSA for Traditional PPO Health Insurance Plans HSAs for High Deductible Health Insurance Plans with an employer contribution Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental Insurance BCBS Vision Insurance Monthly Cell Phone Allowance of $36.00 Mileage Reimbursement of .67 cents per mile 403(b) Retirement Plans with a company match up to 3% in 2025. BCBS Basic Life and AD&D insurance (Paid for by the company) BCBS Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance for the employee, spouse, or children BCBS Short-Term Disability BCBS Long-Term Disability (Paid for by the company) Employee Assistance Program from Mine & Associates Tuition Reimbursement of $3,500 annually after one year of employment for approved courses. Student Loan Reimbursement of $2,500 annually after one year of employment McKendree University 10% Tuition Discount SIUE 5% Tuition Discount Recruitment Referral Reward Program Discounts from select companies (auto, cellphone, etc.) Earn Burgundy Bucks which can be spent on items such as clothing and services in the Employee Portal Wellness Reimbursement of $200 annually for gym memberships, marathons, and weight loss programs

Hospice of Southern Illinois is a not-for-profit, free-standing, community-based hospice offering Southern Illinois and St. Louis Metro-East communities a range of services for people of all ages at the end of life. We have been providing compassionate care to terminally ill patients and their families in their home or a home-like setting since 1981. Since that time, we have continued our mission to enhance the quality of life for individuals and their loved ones touched by a terminal illness. Our reputation is a direct result of our desire to do more than what is required or expected. This can be seen in the passion and commitment of our employees and volunteers to provide excellent hospice care through all the services we provide. A career in hospice care at Hospice of Southern Illinois is a calling. Is it calling you? We are currently hiring for a Hospice Field Staff RN/Case Manager position that would be based out of our Belleville, IL office.   Summary of the Hospice Field Staff RN/Case Manager Position: Position Summary: The Staff Registered Nurse is responsible for assessing the patient/family/caregiver needs, planning for the care, implementing the Plan of Care, and evaluating the effectiveness of the care provided.  As a member of the IDT, the Staff Registered Nurse/Case Manager oversees the direction and coordination of a patient’s care throughout their time in hospice. Pay: $38.38 Hourly Full-Time Non-Exempt Position Schedule: 40 Hours Weekly, Monday- Friday, 8:30 AM- 5:00 PM with a limited rotational on-call schedule that includes some nights, weekends, and holidays.   Will be based out of our Belleville Patient Services Office. The Field Staff RN/Case Manager position that is currently open would primarily visit patients in the Belleville office’s southern service area, which includes the following counties: St. Clair, Monroe, Washington, and Randolph. Hospice of Southern Illinois is certified by the State of Illinois and is in compliance with the registration requirements of the Illinois Equal Pay Act. By applying, you are consenting to be contacted via phone call, text, or email regarding your application for this position. For further information about our company, to apply online or see detailed information about benefits, please visit www.hospice.org/careers. For any questions or concerns, please contact HR Generalist Jade Gutierrez at (618) 310-7129 or email jgutierrez@hospice.org   . EOE Position Requirements Education Graduate of State-approved school of nursing Associate Degree in Nursing or Diploma in Nursing   Experience One (1) year experience in hospice   Other Qualifications Current Illinois nursing Certification in hospice and palliative care CPR certification Excellent leadership, managerial ability, clinical assessment, organizational and interpersonal relationship A working knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid, hospice regulations, and third- party payor Reliable means of Physical Requirements : Performs repetitive tasks. Physical tasks including bathing, transferring, lifting, and turning of patients in the home or home-like setting. Prolonged periods of sitting at times.  Exerts up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. frequently and/or 20 lbs. constantly.  Requires physical flexibility of bending at knee and squat-bend. The Staff Registered Nurse manages stress appropriately, makes decisions under pressure, handles multiple priorities, works with an Interdisciplinary Team and manages anger/fear/hostility/violence of other appropriately. This position requires clarity of vision >20 inches and Working Conditions:   The Staff Registered Nurse/Case Manager spends approximately 20% of his/her time in an air-conditioned environment with varying exposure to excessive humidity and noise.  The remaining 80% of his/her time is spent in an automobile or patient home, which may or may not have heat/air conditioning.  The position has potential for exposure to malodorous odors, infectious body fluids from patients, animal pet hair, allergens in the home environment, some exposure to noxious smells from cleansing agents, and exposure to communicable diseases and traffic. Essential Functions of the Hospice Field Staff R/Case Manager Position Maintains a caseload of patients. Oversees the direction and coordination of the patient’s care and the care provided for their caregiver/family. Provides direct patient care that includes all aspects of the nursing process. Demonstrates basic registered nurse clinical skills. Gives a practical exhibition and explanation at the required annual skills day. On each visit completes a physical assessment, medication review, and a symptom and pain evaluation. Communicates findings to the hospice physician and obtains orders to manage care.  Communicates pertinent information to all disciplines by communicator, telephone, TigerText, and at the IDT meeting. Reviews and updates the Plan of Care (POC) on each visit. Responsible for initiating the Hospice Aide (HA) POC and supervising visits at least every 14 days per Medicare regulation. Knowledgeable in patterns of disease progression at end of life and provides ongoing patient/family/caregiver education. Knowledgeable in principles of end of life pain and symptom management. Considers patient/family/caregiver stated values and goals when considering treatment options ensuring their patients are as pain-free and symptom-free as possible. Identifies the physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual needs related to the terminal illness. Collaborates with IDT to meet those needs. Documents the elements of each assessment in a systematic and timely manner according to the Policies and Standards of Performance. Oversees the activity of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) as they provide patient care. Participate in on-call after-hour care. In the on-call role, the Staff Registered Nurse/Case Manager triages calls and demonstrates critical thinking skills as they prioritize and address each situation. In an emergency/crisis event, the Staff Registered Nurse/Case Manager demonstrates the ability to take control of a situation, understands and prioritizes care needs, and executes a plan quickly. Provides emotional, spiritual, and psychosocial support to patients/family/caregivers. Establishes a therapeutic relationship with the patient/family/caregiver. At the IDT meeting, at least every 15 days, the Staff Registered Nurse/Case Manager shares new information concerning the patient’s disease progression, discuss how to further improve the patient’s quality of life and comfort, and ensures that the care plan is consistent with the patient’s end of life core wishes. Demonstrates the ability to work cooperatively with others in a team environment to ensure deadlines, goals, and objectives are met. Demonstrates the ability to embrace change, manage stress and maintain a positive attitude. Builds relationships and collaborates effectively with internal and external customers while cultivating referrals and referral sources. Identifies and analyzes problems in the referral/admission process and offers solutions for better customer service and satisfaction.  Participates in QAPI activities. Organized and works efficiently with minimal supervision. Is a self-starter who demonstrates flexibility, motivation, initiative, and commitment. Ensures required assigned education is finished in the specified time. Identifies and contributes to the development of new ideas and approaches to improve the work process. Exemplifies Hospice of Southern Illinois core values in daily practice. Appropriately manages Paid Time Off. Timely and accurate timesheet documentation according to Policy and Standards of Performance. Other duties as assigned.   Benefit and Insurance Information Please visit hospice.org/careers for insurance costs and additional information on benefits. Accrual of Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Benefits (EIB) Blue Cross Blue Shield Healthcare Medical Insurance. Company pays 90% of the employee’s health insurance premiums and contributes 15% towards the health insurance premiums for spouses or children. Medical FSA for Traditional PPO Health Insurance Plans Dependent Care FSA HSAs for High Deductible Health Insurance Plans with an employer contribution Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental Insurance Monthly Cell Phone Allowance of $36 Mileage Reimbursement of .67 cents per mile VSP Vision Insurance BCBS Basic Life and AD&D insurance (Paid for by the company) BCBS Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance for the employee, spouse, or children BCBS Short-Term Disability BCBS Long-Term Disability (Paid for by the company) Tuition Reimbursement of $3,500 annually after one year of employment for approved courses. Student Loan Reimbursement of $2,500 annually after one year of employment 403(b) Retirement Plan with a company match up to 3% in 2025. Employee Assistance Program from Mine & Associates McKendree University 10% Tuition Discount and SIUE 5% Tuition Discount Recruitment Referral Reward Program Discounts from select companies (auto, cellphone, etc.) Earn Burgundy Bucks which can be spent on items such as clothing and services in the Employee Portal. Wellness Reimbursement of $200 annually for gym memberships, marathons, and weight loss programs.