<p>Job Title Hospice Clinical Liaison RN Location Lake Forest IL Lake Forest Hospital Highland Park Hospital coverage Job Type Full Time Salary Up to 92000 per year based on experience OverviewJourneyCare Hospice is seeking a Registered Nurse RN to serve as a Hospice Clinical Liaison supporting hospital based referrals at Lake Forest Hospital and Highland Park Hospital This role is ideal for RNs with hospital or hospice experience who are interested in care transitions patient advocacy and working closely with interdisciplinary hospital teams Hospice or liaison experience is helpful but not requiredwe provide training for strong acute care nurses transitioning into hospice ScheduleMondayFriday 830 AM 500 PMNo nightsHoliday rotation 1 summer 1 winterLocal travel between assigned hospitalsResponsibilitiesPerform hospice eligibility assessments and bedside clinical evaluations in hospital settingsSupport hospice admissions and complete required documentation CTI consentsCollaborate with physicians case managers social workers and discharge plannersAssist in determining hospice eligibility and appropriate level of careCoordinate transitions from hospital to hospice servicesEducate hospital staff and referral sources on hospice services and admission processBuild and maintain strong relationships with hospital partnersSupport urgent and General Inpatient GIP hospice referrals when neededQualificationsActive Registered Nurse RN license in IllinoisGraduate of an accredited nursing program12 years of RN experience hospital or hospice experience preferredStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work in a fast paced hospital environmentStrong clinical judgment and organizational skillsCurrent CPR certificationValid drivers license and insurancePreferred ExperienceICU med surg oncology emergency department or case management backgroundHospice or palliative care experience a plusExperience with care transitions or discharge planningExposure to patient education or family discussions in acute care settingsCompensation & BenefitsSalary up to 92000 annuallyMedical dental vision life and disability insuranceBenefits effective first of the month after hire401k with company matchPaid time off and paid holidaysMileage reimbursementTuition reimbursementReferral bonus programCareer advancement opportunitiesAbout the RoleThis is a meaningful clinical position focused on supporting patients and families during important care transitions You will work closely with hospital teams to ensure timely appropriate and compassionate hospice referrals and admissions Training is provided for nurses transitioning from acute care into hospice liaison work ApplyApply today for immediate consideration or text 10626 to 847 416 8078</p>