Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Are you a compassionate Nurse Practitioner looking to bring comfort, dignity, and peace to patients and families at the most meaningful time of their lives? Northern Illinois Hospice, a trusted leader in hospice care since 1979, is seeking a dedicated part-time Hospice Nurse Practitioner to join our collaborative, patient-focused team.

At Northern Illinois Hospice, our culture is rooted in compassion, respect, and excellence. We believe in supporting our Nurse Practitioners with the tools, autonomy, and team collaboration needed to make a difference every day. Here, your expertise matters—and your work changes lives.

A Day in the Life:

As a part-time Hospice Nurse Practitioner, you’ll provide medical care, symptom management, and guidance to patients and families navigating terminal illness. You’ll collaborate closely with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG), acting as a primary care provider in support of hospice plans, ensuring patients receive the highest standard of care. From home visits to patient and family consultations, no two days are the same—but each day brings the fulfillment of making a real impact.

What You’ll Do:

• Provides medical care, palliates and manages terminal illness in compliance with the state Nurse Practice Act under the supervision of Northern Illinois Hospice Medical Director.
• Offer clinical guidance to staff and clinical supervisors to uphold top standards in hospice care.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and the IDG to set goals of care, focusing on pain and symptom management.
• Complete face-to-face assessments and other documentation to ensure hospice eligibility and compliance.
• Serve as primary care for hospice patients, supporting admissions and ongoing care.

Work Schedule:

• Part-time days and hours of work are Monday and Tuesday, 8:15am to 4:45pm and Thursday and/or Friday afternoons; occasional on-call may be required for e-scribing. 

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Nursing
• Current Illinois licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN)
• DEA license and Illinois Controlled Substance license
• Minimum 3 years APRN experience; hospice or palliative care preferred
• Home care experience preferred
• Specialist certification (Hospice & Palliative Nursing or Geriatrics) preferred
• CPR certification and valid driver’s license

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary: $51.00 - $75.00 per hour
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous PTO and company-paid life, AD&D, short- & long-term disability
• HSA & FSA accounts, 401(k) with company match

Why Northern Illinois Hospice?

Founded by the community, for the community, we’ve been delivering compassionate hospice care since 1979. Our team of caring professionals lives and works here, honoring every patient with heart and integrity.

Apply today. Becoming a Hospice Nurse Practitioner with Northern Illinois Hospice is easy. Bring your skills, compassion, and purpose. Let’s make every moment matter together.

Northern Illinois Hospice is an equal-opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Compensation details: 51-75 Hourly Wage

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