VITAS Healthcare jobs in Chicago, IL - 65 jobs

Salary Range: $30 - $40/ Hour WHO WE ARE We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation's leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our hospice organization kickstarts careers in caring, promotes from within, and provides a nationally recognized best-in-class employee experience. Supported by industry-leading experts and a growing network of programs in 15+ states, VITAS empowers team members to grow toward their goals while transforming patients' lives. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future. WHAT YOU'LL DO As a hospice social worker, you will provide emotional and logistical support to patients and their loved ones during an important and vulnerable time. You will ensure VITAS patients reach the end of life with their affairs in order, honoring their wishes for finances, funeral arrangements, and more. Their loved ones will trust you to help them navigate the grieving process. Whether you're granting an end-of-life wish or simply listening to a patient's stories at their bedside, your actions-large and small-will make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families. WHERE YOU'LL WORK Each day is different for our social workers. You will spend most of your time caring for hospice patients wherever they call home, which may be a private residence or an assisted living/skilled nursing facility. About once a week, you'll come to the office to meet with the rest of your interdisciplinary team: the RNs, physicians, chaplains, and fellow nurses who work together to provide 360-degree support to the patients and families we serve. WHAT'S EXPECTED FROM YOU VITAS social workers honor the trust of our patients and center others in their work. In addition to having your social work license, reliable transportation, and at least one year of social work experience in a health care setting, you'll approach your work with the traits that make the VITAS Difference: Commitment, Compassion, and a Can-do Attitude. You will keep patient welfare at the center of everything you do, giving your best each day in service of our core commitment: Extending comfort and dignity to all people at the end of their life's journey. JOB REQUIREMENTS Ability to travel per job requirements. Thorough knowledge of community resources or the desire/ability to obtain this knowledge. Knowledge of key psychosocial issues prevalent with terminally ill patients and their family/caregivers, including the knowledge of effective psychosocial interventions to address those issues. Capacity to relate and work well with others as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Excellent listening and communication skills. Ability to be an effective patient and family advocate- both within the patient/family unit, within the core IDG, and within community agencies and the like. · Provide emotional and psychological support to patients and families. · Offer counseling and crisis intervention services. · Provide bereavement support and grief counseling. · Educate patients and families on the emotional and psychological response to the illness progression QUALIFICATIONS Masters of Social Work required from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, unless grandfathered in per the 2008 Medicare Hospice Condition of Participation At least one year social work experience in a health care setting. Experience as a social worker with the terminally ill and their families, preferred · Experience in providing counseling and support to patients and families. · Empathy and compassion in dealing with seriously ill patients and their families. Equivalent experience of licensure may be considered where allowable by State Regulations. (i.e. a BSW in FL or WI) License and/or Certification if required by State Minimum State Requirements for the following states: AL:Licensed Bachelors of Social Work (LBSW) CA: BSW cannot be used as the core SW. CT: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) DC: Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) DE: Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW) FL: BSW GA: Licensed Master Social Worker IL: Licensed Social Worker (LSW) MO: Baccalaureate Social Worker (BSW) NJ: Licensed Social Worker (LSW) OH: Licensed Social Worker (LSW) PA: Licensed Social Worker (LSW) TX: Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW) VA: Licensed Social Worker (LSW) WI: Social Worker Certificate SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES EOE/AA M/F/D/V #LI-MS1

Full time Day Visits Are you looking for a rewarding career in homecare? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S. Attractive pay * $33.75 to $47.25 What's in it for you A full benefits package with choice of affordable PPO or HSA medical plans. Paid time off. Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services paid by Amedisys yearly, when enrolled in an Amedisys HSA medical plan. Up to $500 in wellness rewards for completing activities during the year. Use these rewards to support your wellbeing with spa services, gym memberships, sports, hobbies, pets and more.* Mental health support, including up to five free counseling sessions per year through the Amedisys Employee Assistance program. 401(k) with a company match. Family support with infertility treatment coverage*, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave. Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement. And more. Please note: Benefit eligibility can vary by position depending on shift status. * To participate, you must be enrolled in an Amedisys medical plan. Why Amedisys? Community-based care centers with a supportive and inclusive work environment. Better work/life balance and increased flexibility compared to other settings. Job stability and the opportunity to advance with a growing company. The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families providing much needed care where they want to be - in their homes. Responsibilities Provides physical therapy services and interventions under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist and in accordance with the physician approved plan of care. Observes, records and reports the patient's response to treatment and any change in the patient's condition to the supervising PT, physician and other appropriate clinical staff. Provides resources for future needs and promotes wellness and prevention. Includes documentation of supervisory activities in the patient's medical record. Monitors and documents the patient's response to physical therapy intervention. Participates in patient care conferences, in services, chart audit activities, quality improvement activities including OBQI and OBQM and peer-review activities. Maintains confidentiality of information relating to the physical therapist-client relationship. Makes recommendations for follow-up care in coordination with the agency that admitted the patient and utilizes other agency care providers to assist with referrals to community resources. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications * Current license to practice as a physical therapy assistant, specific to the state you're assigned to work in. Graduate from an accredited physical therapy assistant educational program as set by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). One year related physical therapy experience for PTAs entering home health care to ensure that knowledge and skills are sufficient to safely provide physical therapy services to patients. If less than one year of experience, approval from regional clinical leaders is required as well as appropriate mentoring and/or participating in a residency program. Current CPR certification. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic. * Current license to practice as a physical therapy assistant, specific to the state you're assigned to work in. Graduate from an accredited physical therapy assistant educational program as set by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). One year related physical therapy experience for PTAs entering home health care to ensure that knowledge and skills are sufficient to safely provide physical therapy services to patients. If less than one year of experience, approval from regional clinical leaders is required as well as appropriate mentoring and/or participating in a residency program. Current CPR certification. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic. Provides physical therapy services and interventions under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist and in accordance with the physician approved plan of care. Observes, records and reports the patient's response to treatment and any change in the patient's condition to the supervising PT, physician and other appropriate clinical staff. Provides resources for future needs and promotes wellness and prevention. Includes documentation of supervisory activities in the patient's medical record. Monitors and documents the patient's response to physical therapy intervention. Participates in patient care conferences, in services, chart audit activities, quality improvement activities including OBQI and OBQM and peer-review activities. Maintains confidentiality of information relating to the physical therapist-client relationship. Makes recommendations for follow-up care in coordination with the agency that admitted the patient and utilizes other agency care providers to assist with referrals to community resources. Performs other duties as assigned.

Baylor Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday schedule Are you looking for a rewarding career in homecare? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S. Attractive pay * $90,000.00 - $115,000.00 What's in it for you A full benefits package with choice of affordable PPO or HSA medical plans. Paid time off. Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services paid by Amedisys yearly, when enrolled in an Amedisys HSA medical plan. Up to $500 in wellness rewards for completing activities during the year. Use these rewards to support your wellbeing with spa services, gym memberships, sports, hobbies, pets and more.* Mental health support, including up to five free counseling sessions per year through the Amedisys Employee Assistance program. 401(k) with a company match. Family support with infertility treatment coverage*, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave. Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement. And more. Please note: Benefit eligibility can vary by position depending on shift status. * To participate, you must be enrolled in an Amedisys medical plan. Why Amedisys? Community-based care centers with a supportive and inclusive work environment. Better work/life balance and increased flexibility compared to other settings. Job stability and the opportunity to advance with a growing company. The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families providing much needed care where they want to be - in their homes. Responsibilities Performs patient start of care comprehensive assessment, evaluation, development and implementation of plan of care. Completes OASIS assessments timely and accurately. Provides skilled nursing care to patients in accordance with the plan of care and agency policies. Helps to achieve and maintain continuity of patient care by communicating information with individual staff, physicians, family members and community resources. Initiates appropriate referrals when indicated. Promotes and maintains patient health through teaching and appropriate rehabilitative measures. Assists patients in learning appropriate self-care techniques. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications * Current RN license, specific to the state(s) you are assigned to work. One year of clinical experience as an RN. If less than one year clinical experience, you must be approved by VP of clinical. Current CPR certification. Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and liability insurance. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic. * Current RN license, specific to the state(s) you are assigned to work. One year of clinical experience as an RN. If less than one year clinical experience, you must be approved by VP of clinical. Current CPR certification. Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and liability insurance. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic. Performs patient start of care comprehensive assessment, evaluation, development and implementation of plan of care. Completes OASIS assessments timely and accurately. Provides skilled nursing care to patients in accordance with the plan of care and agency policies. Helps to achieve and maintain continuity of patient care by communicating information with individual staff, physicians, family members and community resources. Initiates appropriate referrals when indicated. Promotes and maintains patient health through teaching and appropriate rehabilitative measures. Assists patients in learning appropriate self-care techniques. Other duties as assigned.

Lead with purpose. Advocate with heart. Make a lasting difference. Join our growing team as a Hospice Care Consultant (HCC) - a strategic sales representative who champions our mission while developing strong, lasting relationships with key referral partners in the healthcare community. As a brand ambassador, you will: Educate, inform, and inspire confidence in our services, so that the right patients are referred at the right time Identify new referral opportunities by calling on hospitals, home health agencies, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, clinics, and physician offices Engage in meaningful conversations with healthcare professionals about patient needs and how hospice care can support quality of life Plan and execute strategic marketing initiatives to increase awareness and drive referral growth Represent our organization at community events, professional associations, and educational in-services to promote our services Serve as a resource and advocate for patients and families, ensuring they understand hospice options and the benefits of early referrals Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate's location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece. Salary Range - 70,147/YR - 87,681/YR Full Time Employee Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Wellness Program and Resources 401k match PTO FMLA, ADA and other federal and state required leaves Short/Long Term Disability HSA Contribution Mileage or Fleet Car Program Cell Phone Reimbursement (for eligible roles) Short Term Incentive (for eligible roles) Tuition Reimbursement About You What You Bring You're a results-driven, self-motivated professional who thrives on relationship-building, strategy, and heart-centered service. You have a deep understanding of the healthcare landscape and bring consultative marketing experience to the table. You're confident working independently and collaboratively with both clinical and operational teams. Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communications or equivalent experience Minimum 2 years in healthcare sales, business development, or referral marketing Strong existing relationships with physicians, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities or home health professionals Prior experience in hospice, palliative care, or home health is a plus Excellent communication, presentation, and time-management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM platforms Sensitivity to the needs of terminally ill patients and their families Proven track record of meeting or exceeding admissions and census targets We Offer Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem): Competitive Pay 401(k) with Company Match Career Advancement Opportunities National & Local Recognition Programs Teammate Assistance Fund Additional Full-Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care) Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN) Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC) Apply now to join our mission-driven team! Legalese This is a safety-sensitive position Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements We are proud to be an EEO employer We maintain a drug-free workplace Location Heartland Hospice Our Company At Heartland Hospice, part of Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states. Our place is by the side of those who need us - from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis. Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care Home health care: Heartland Home Health Advanced illness management: Illumia Health With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized - and kindness is celebrated.

**Lead Compassion. Inspire Excellence. Elevate Hospice Care.** We are seeking a Senior Patient Care RN Manager to join our hospice team. Reporting directly to the Executive Director or Administrator, you will play a vital role in maintaining a high-performing hospice program by managing patient care activities, supervising clinical staff, and ensuring compliance with all company policies and regulatory standards. **As a Senior Hospice RN Patient Care Manager, you will:** + Lead and support hospice patient care operations to ensure quality and compliance + Supervise, teach, evaluate, and develop nursing and clinical associates + Manage clinical and administrative workflows, including referrals, DME pickups, Medicare eligibility, insurance verification, and patient benefit tracking + Coordinate and facilitate Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) meetings to review patient care plans and update clinical documentation + Oversee scheduling, visit assignments, and timely completion of patient visits + Respond compassionately and professionally to referrals and clinical inquiries + Serve as a liaison between clinical teams, leadership, and external providers + Ensure adherence to hospice industry regulations including Medicare, Medicaid, JCAHO, ACHC **About You** **Qualifications - What You'll Bring:** + Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment + Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate degree accepted with relevant experience) + Minimum 3 years direct patient care experience + Knowledge of hospice principles, regulatory compliance, and managed care + Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills + Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR), Microsoft Office, and healthcare software + Valid driver's license and automobile insurance + Ability to provide skilled nursing care as needed, including on-call responsibilities + CPR certification **Preferred Experience (Not Required):** + Bachelor's degree in Nursing + 2+ years hospice or home care experience + Leadership experience in clinical supervision or program management + Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) certification **We Offer** **Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):** + Competitive Pay + 401(k) with Company Match + Career Advancement Opportunities + National & Local Recognition Programs + Teammate Assistance Fund **Additional Full-Time Benefits:** + Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance + Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program + Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays + Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care) + Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN) + Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) + Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance + Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC) **Ready to Join a Team That Cares?** Apply today and bring your leadership skills to a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional end-of-life care with heart. **Legalese** + This is a safety-sensitive position + Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits + Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements + We are proud to be an EEO employer + We maintain a drug-free workplace Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate's location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.Salary Range - $87,525 - 109,410Full Time Employee Benefits: + Medical, Dental, Vision + Wellness Program and Resources + 401k match + PTO + FMLA, ADA and other federal and state required leaves + Short/Long Term Disability + HSA Contribution + Mileage or Fleet Car Program + Cell Phone Reimbursement (for eligible roles) + Short Term Incentive (for eligible roles) ReqID: 2025-131831 Category: Single Site Ops and Clinical Leadership Position Type: Full-Time Company: Heartland Hospice

Part time Day Visits - Benefits eligible (20+hrs per week) Coverage Area: (Office in Lake Zurich IL) North East/south - of Lake Zurich Are you looking for a rewarding career in homecare? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S. Attractive pay * $33.75 to $47.27 What's in it for you * A full benefits package with choice of affordable PPO or HSA medical plans. * Paid time off. * Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services paid by Amedisys yearly, when enrolled in an Amedisys HSA medical plan. * Up to $500 in wellness rewards for completing activities during the year. Use these rewards to support your wellbeing with spa services, gym memberships, sports, hobbies, pets and more.* * Mental health support, including up to five free counseling sessions per year through the Amedisys Employee Assistance program. * 401(k) with a company match. * Family support with infertility treatment coverage*, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave. * Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement. * And more. Please note: Benefit eligibility can vary by position depending on shift status. * To participate, you must be enrolled in an Amedisys medical plan. Why Amedisys? * Community-based care centers with a supportive and inclusive work environment. * Better work/life balance and increased flexibility compared to other settings. * Job stability and the opportunity to advance with a growing company. * The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families providing much needed care where they want to be - in their homes. Responsibilities * Provides skilled interventions in accordance with the physician approved plan of care and under the direction and supervision of an occupational therapist. * Provides documentation of each visit according to AOTA documentation guidelines and accepted regulatory standards for inclusion in the patient's clinical record. * Observes, records and reports the patient's response to treatment and any change in the patient's condition to the supervising OT, physician and other appropriate clinical staff. * Provides patient/caregiver resources for future ADL/IADL needs. * Promotes wellness and prevention by promotion of occupational engagement. * Demonstrates knowledge of available community resources/services. * Makes recommendations for follow-up care in coordination with the care center that admitted the patient/client. * Keeps abreast of occupational therapy trends and knowledge for the service provision, documentation skills and care coordination. * Other duties as assigned. Qualifications * Current license to practice as an occupational therapy assistant, specific to the state you are assigned to work. * Graduate of an occupational therapy assistant program, accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA), or successor organizations of ACOTE. * Eligible to take, or has successfully completed, the entry-level certification examination for occupational therapy assistants, developed and administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT). * One year related occupational therapy assistant experience to ensure knowledge and skills are sufficient to safely provide occupational therapy services to patients. * If less than one year of experience, then approval from regional clinical leaders required as well as appropriate mentoring and/or residency program established. * Current CPR certification. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic. * Current license to practice as an occupational therapy assistant, specific to the state you are assigned to work. * Graduate of an occupational therapy assistant program, accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA), or successor organizations of ACOTE. * Eligible to take, or has successfully completed, the entry-level certification examination for occupational therapy assistants, developed and administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc. (NBCOT). * One year related occupational therapy assistant experience to ensure knowledge and skills are sufficient to safely provide occupational therapy services to patients. * If less than one year of experience, then approval from regional clinical leaders required as well as appropriate mentoring and/or residency program established. * Current CPR certification. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic. * Provides skilled interventions in accordance with the physician approved plan of care and under the direction and supervision of an occupational therapist. * Provides documentation of each visit according to AOTA documentation guidelines and accepted regulatory standards for inclusion in the patient's clinical record. * Observes, records and reports the patient's response to treatment and any change in the patient's condition to the supervising OT, physician and other appropriate clinical staff. * Provides patient/caregiver resources for future ADL/IADL needs. * Promotes wellness and prevention by promotion of occupational engagement. * Demonstrates knowledge of available community resources/services. * Makes recommendations for follow-up care in coordination with the care center that admitted the patient/client. * Keeps abreast of occupational therapy trends and knowledge for the service provision, documentation skills and care coordination. * Other duties as assigned.

The Chaplain is a member of the interdisciplinary team and focuses on the spiritual needs of patients, families, caregivers and staff, including volunteers. The chaplain provides pastoral care interventions, including pastoral counseling, which are determined by spiritual assessment, the specific setting and sensitivity to a variety of values, beliefs and religious orientations. The chaplain seeks excellence in pastoral care, which requires authentic demeanor, compassion and skill in dealing with the spiritual dynamics of illness, loss and death. QUALIFICATIONS Qualified candidates must have Ordination or Commission to function in a ministry of pastoral care and has received the endorsement of and is in good standing with his/her body of faith. Five years of pastoral experience preferred - two in a clinical setting. A minimum of 1 unit (400 hours), preferably two (2) or more, of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) accredited by one of the following: Association for Clinical Pastoral Education, National Association of Catholic Chaplains or the Canadian Association for Pastoral Practice and Education. Equivalencies to CPE may include one of the following: Evidence of clinical pastoral educational experience that includes supervision of ministry, peer group participation and theological reflection; AAMFT, AAPC, or AMHC certification; or DMin or other accredited graduate degree in pastoral care. Knowledge and skill in dealing with spiritual dynamics of illness, loss and death. Ability to function as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Commitment to professional growth and development. EDUCATION Bachelor's degree required from an accredited institution. Master's of Divinity or equivalent graduate degree from an accredited (ATS) seminary or theological school required. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES EOE/AA M/F/D/V

* Records physical findings, and formulates plan and prognosis, based on patient's condition. * Discusses case with physician and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plan. * Prescribes or recommends drugs or other forms of treatment. * Monitors and maintains progress of patients and reports progress to supervising physician. * Has the ability to work collaboratively with hospice employees and volunteers as part of an IDT. QUALIFICATIONS * Qualified candidates must have a minimum of (2) years experience in hospice, home health or community health in the past five (5) years. * While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to assist in lifting and transferring patients as required. * Lift objects in excess of 20 pounds. * Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. * The employee will be required to stand or walk in excess of one hour per day, talk, hear, sit, stoop, kneel and crouch as needed. EDUCATION * Requires completion of accredited Nurse Practitioner program. * State licensure is also required. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES * EOE/AA M/F/D/V

The VITAS Home Health Aide (HHA) is a non-exempt employee, who is trained to provide personal care and services to hospice patients to augment care given by family members or other caregivers. Sechedule: 3x12 shifts, from 7am to 7pm. 1:1 care. Salary: $20-23 per hour (based on experience). ASSIGNED JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Performs only those personal care activities contained in a written assignment. Home Health Aide (HHA) assignments may include: Home Health Aide (HHA) helps the patient to maintain good personal hygiene. Home Health Aide (HHA) plans and prepare meals. Feeds or assist with feeding the patient when needed. Home Health Aide (HHA) assists the patient ambulation. Home Health Aide (HHA) assists with certain treatments as ordered by the physician, and taught and supervised by the nurse for a specific patient including: assist with the change of the colostomy bag; assist with the use of a walker or wheelchair; reinforcement of a dressing; assist with prescribed range of motion exercises; assist with prescribed ice cap or collar; measure intake and output of fluids; and assist with medications that are ordinarily self-administered. Home Health Aide (HHA) reads and records temperature, pulse and respiration. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE HOME HEALTH AIDE (HHA) NOT INCLUDED IN A WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT MAY INCLUDE: Home Health Aide (HHA) assists in maintaining a safe and healthy environment. Home Health Aide (HHA) promotes the patient's mental alertness through involvement in activities of interest. Home Health Aide (HHA) provides simple emotional and psychological support to the patient, family, and other caregivers. Home Health Aide (HHA) reports any changes in the patient's mental or physical condition or home situation to the VITAS Nurse and members of the interdisciplinary team. Home Health Aide (HHA) teaches basic personal care to the primary caregiver. Home Health Aide (HHA) practices basic infection control measures. Home Health Aide (HHA) observes, reports, and documents patient status and the care and activities provided. Home Health Aide (HHA) completes at least 12 hours of in-service training per calendar year. Home Health Aide (HHA) handles other tasks as assigned. THE HOME HEALTH AIDE (HHA) MAY NOT: Be assigned by VITAS to any institutional setting. Change sterile dressings. Irrigate body cavities (such as an enema). Irrigate a colostomy or wound. Perform a gastric lavage or gavage. Catheterize a patient. Administer medications. Apply heat by any method. Care for a tracheotomy tube. Suction a patient. Provide any personal care that has not been assigned by the VITAS nurse or included in the plan of care. QUALIFICATIONS High School graduate or equivalent preferred. Meets personnel qualifications of a Home Health Aide as specified in 42 C.F.R. Section 484.4 and Section 484.36. Documented evidence of 75 hours of training as specified in 42 C.F.R. Sections 484.36 (a)(1). Documented evidence that Home Health Aide has successfully completed a Competency Evaluation program as described in 42 C.F.R. Section 484.36(b). State Allowable Training/Certification AL, CO, DC, DE, FL, GA, IN, MI, PA, TX, VA, WI CNA, HHA, HA CA CHHA CT Homemaker-Home Health Aide IL HHA, NA KS Home Health Aide certificate MO Home Health Aide NJ Homemaker-Home Health Aide OH Home Health Aide SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Home Health Aide (HHA) has the ability to read, write, and carry out directions. Home Health Aide (HHA) has the ability to travel per job requirements. Home Health Aide (HHA) has a telephone available in home. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described for the Home Health Aide (HHA) are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the Home Health Aide (HHA), the employee is regularly required to: Assist in lifting and transferring patients, as required. Lift objects in excess of 20 pounds Stand or walk in excess of one hour per day Talk and hear Specific vision abilities required by the Home Health Aide (HHA) include: Close vision Distance vision Ability to adjust focus The Home Health Aide (HHA) will be required to sit and stoop, kneel, and crouch. DIRECTION RECEIVED Home Health Aide (HHA) reports directly to the VITAS Nurse. Home Health Aide (HHA) receives clinical direction from the VITAS Nurse.

WHO WE ARE We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation's leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our hospice organization kickstarts careers in caring, promotes from within, and provides a nationally recognized best-in-class employee experience. Supported by industry-leading experts and an expanding network of programs in 15+ states, VITAS empowers team members to grow toward their goals while transforming patients' lives. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future. WHAT YOU'LL DO As a home care hospice physician, you will use your compassion, communication skills and deep expertise to build meaningful relationships with patients and families, providing the highest-quality care at the most challenging point in life. You will see the person behind each prognosis and create care plans centered around the patient's wishes, needs, and beliefs, often working in concert with the patient's primary care physician. Manage approximately 45-60 patients in their home settings via an interdisciplinary team approach. Make visits in-person and via telehealth. Participate in Weekly team IDG meetings. With your strong sense of commitment, you will advocate for your patients, discussing goals for their care while addressing their hopes and fears. You will live the hospice mission, seeking teachable moments everywhere, and educate patients, caregivers, and the communities you serve on the benefits of compassionate, dignified end-of-life care. WHERE YOU'LL WORK Each day is different. You will spend most of your time caring for hospice patients and families wherever they call home, whether that means a private residence or an assisted living/skilled nursing facility. Once a week, you'll visit your local program office to discuss cases with members of your interdisciplinary team, including social workers, chaplains, and nurses. All of these roles collaborate to provide holistic support for the patients and families we serve. WHAT'S EXPECTED FROM YOU VITAS physicians must be licensed to practice medicine or osteopathy in the state in which their program operates. In addition to being board-certified or board-eligible in hospice and palliative medicine, internal medicine, family practice, or a related specialty, you should be familiar with the principles of hospice and registered with the DEA. You'll also have the traits that make the VITAS Difference: Commitment, Compassion, and a Can-do Attitude. You will keep patient welfare at the center of everything you do, giving your best each day in service of our core commitment: Extending comfort and dignity to all people at the end of their life's journey. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE EOE/AA M/F/D/V

The receptionist is responsible for answering incoming telephone calls, determining purpose of callers, and forwarding calls to appropriate personnel or department. Takes and delivers messages or transfers calls to voice mail when appropriate personnel are unavailable. Answers questions about organization and provides callers with address, directions, and other information. Welcomes on-site visitors, determines nature of business, and announces visitors to appropriate personnel. Monitors visitor access and issues passes when required. Performs other clerical duties as needed, such as filing, photocopying, and collating. QUALIFICATIONS Qualified candidates must have one to three years prior relevant experience. Ability to work on various assignments simultaneously and communicate tactfully, verbally and in writing with all levels of employees and visitors. Working knowledge of computers, internet access, and the ability to navigate within an automated systems as well as a variety of software packages such as Outlook, Excel and Word. EDUCATION High school graduate or equivalent. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES EOE/AA M/F/D/V

Day Visits - PRN schedule Area of Coverage: Southwest- Algonquin, Elgin, Schaumburg, Barrington areas Make a difference every day as an Amedisys physical therapist Join Amedisys-one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.-where flexibility, purpose and growth come together to help patients heal where they feel most comfortable, at home. Attractive pay * $60. 00 to $78.75 - Hourly What's in it for you * Choice of PPO or HSA medical plans with free telehealth. * Paid time off. * Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services with Amedisys HSA plan. * Up to $500 in wellness rewards for activities-use for spa, gym, sports, hobbies, pets and more.* * Mental health support with up to five free counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance program. * 401(k) with a company match. * Family support with infertility treatment coverage*, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave. * Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement. * And more. * Benefit eligibility can vary by position and shift status. * Participation requires enrollment in an Amedisys medical plan. Responsibilities * Responsible for helping patients maintain, restore and improve movement, activity and function. * Provides interventions, conducts reexaminations (every 30 days, at minimum), modifies interventions as necessary, and performs discharge planning. * Other duties as assigned. Qualifications * Current license to practice physical therapy specific to the state you're assigned to work in. * Graduate from an accredited physical therapy educational program as set by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). * One year related physical therapy experience for PTs entering home health care to ensure that knowledge and skills are sufficient to safely provide physical therapy services to patients. * If less than one year of experience, approval from regional clinical leaders is required as well as appropriate mentoring and/or participating in a residency program. * Current CPR certification. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic. * Current license to practice physical therapy specific to the state you're assigned to work in. * Graduate from an accredited physical therapy educational program as set by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). * One year related physical therapy experience for PTs entering home health care to ensure that knowledge and skills are sufficient to safely provide physical therapy services to patients. * If less than one year of experience, approval from regional clinical leaders is required as well as appropriate mentoring and/or participating in a residency program. * Current CPR certification. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic. * Responsible for helping patients maintain, restore and improve movement, activity and function. * Provides interventions, conducts reexaminations (every 30 days, at minimum), modifies interventions as necessary, and performs discharge planning. * Other duties as assigned.

The receptionist is responsible for answering incoming telephone calls, determining purpose of callers, and forwarding calls to appropriate personnel or department. Takes and delivers messages or transfers calls to voice mail when appropriate personnel are unavailable. Answers questions about organization and provides callers with address, directions, and other information. Welcomes on-site visitors, determines nature of business, and announces visitors to appropriate personnel. Monitors visitor access and issues passes when required. Performs other clerical duties as needed, such as filing, photocopying, and collating. Schedule: Monday-Friday, from 8am-5pm Salary: $20-$22 per hour plus benefits. QUALIFICATIONS * Qualified candidates must have one to three years prior relevant experience. * Ability to work on various assignments simultaneously and communicate tactfully, verbally and in writing with all levels of employees and visitors. * Working knowledge of computers, internet access, and the ability to navigate within an automated systems as well as a variety of software packages such as Outlook, Excel and Word. EDUCATION * High school graduate or equivalent. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES * EOE/AA M/F/D/V

Compassionate Hospice Care. Supporting Patients. Comforting Families. We are looking for a compassionate Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team. Reporting directly to the Administrator or Executive Director, you will play a vital role in delivering hands-on hospice care to patients and families in their homes, assisted living, or facility settings. Your dedication will help provide comfort and support during the most critical moments of life. As a Hospice LPN, You Will: + Provide direct nursing care services to hospice patients, supporting both patients and their families. + Assist the interdisciplinary team in assessing patient/family needs and contribute to the execution of individualized care plans. + Report any changes in patient conditions promptly to the Registered Nurse and care team. + Deliver empathetic care aligned with each patient's unique plan of care. + Serve as a trusted resource to families, offering support during difficult times. Responsibilities: + Provide skilled bedside nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, following established nursing protocols and the Nurse Practice Act. + Monitor patients actively and document any changes in condition, reporting as necessary. + Administer medications and treatments according to the plan of care. + Participate in infection control practices and standard precautions. + Support bereavement activities and closure contacts with families as assigned. + Participate in on-call duties and respond to patient needs during scheduled visits or emergencies. + May assist with death pronouncements per state law and under RN supervision. + Collaborate closely with hospice aides and other team members to ensure comprehensive care delivery. About You Qualifications: + Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program. + Current LPN/LVN license in the state of employment. + Minimum 2 years of LPN experience in hospice, oncology, long-term care, or home health; 3-5 years preferred. + CPR certification required. + Valid driver's license and current automobile insurance. Skills and Knowledge: + Understanding of hospice care principles and the unique needs of terminally ill patients and their families. + Excellent patient assessment and clinical skills. + Strong communication and documentation abilities. + Familiarity with regulatory guidelines including Medicare, Medicaid, CMS, and JCAHO standards. + Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team. We Offer Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem): + Competitive Pay + 401(k) with Company Match + Career Advancement Opportunities + National & Local Recognition Programs + Teammate Assistance Fund Additional Full-Time Benefits: + Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance + Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program + Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays + Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care) + Education Support & Tuition Assistance + Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) + Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance + Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC) Apply today to be part of a team dedicated to expanding access, building partnerships, and transforming hospice care. Help us provide compassionate care when it matters most. Legalese + This is a safety-sensitive position + Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits + Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements + We are proud to be an EEO employer + We maintain a drug-free workplace Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate's location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.Salary Range - $26.75 - 31.45Full Time Employee Benefits: + Medical, Dental, Vision + Wellness Program and Resources + 401k match + PTO + FMLA, ADA and other federal and state required leaves + Short/Long Term Disability + HSA Contribution + Mileage or Fleet Car Program + Cell Phone Reimbursement (for eligible roles) + Short Term Incentive (for eligible roles) + Tuition Reimbursement ReqID: 2026-133156 Category: LPNs/LVNs Position Type: Flex/Per Diem Company: Gentiva Hospice

Lead Compassion. Inspire Excellence. Elevate Hospice Care. We are seeking a Senior Patient Care RN Manager to join our hospice team. Reporting directly to the Executive Director or Administrator, you will play a vital role in maintaining a high-performing hospice program by managing patient care activities, supervising clinical staff, and ensuring compliance with all company policies and regulatory standards. As a Senior Hospice RN Patient Care Manager, you will: + Lead and support hospice patient care operations to ensure quality and compliance + Supervise, teach, evaluate, and develop nursing and clinical associates + Manage clinical and administrative workflows, including referrals, DME pickups, Medicare eligibility, insurance verification, and patient benefit tracking + Coordinate and facilitate Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) meetings to review patient care plans and update clinical documentation + Oversee scheduling, visit assignments, and timely completion of patient visits + Respond compassionately and professionally to referrals and clinical inquiries + Serve as a liaison between clinical teams, leadership, and external providers + Ensure adherence to hospice industry regulations including Medicare, Medicaid, JCAHO, ACHC About You Qualifications - What You'll Bring: + Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment + Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate degree accepted with relevant experience) + Minimum 3 years direct patient care experience + Knowledge of hospice principles, regulatory compliance, and managed care + Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills + Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR), Microsoft Office, and healthcare software + Valid driver's license and automobile insurance + Ability to provide skilled nursing care as needed, including on-call responsibilities + CPR certification Preferred Experience (Not Required): + Bachelor's degree in Nursing + 2+ years hospice or home care experience + Leadership experience in clinical supervision or program management + Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) certification We Offer Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem): + Competitive Pay + 401(k) with Company Match + Career Advancement Opportunities + National & Local Recognition Programs + Teammate Assistance Fund Additional Full-Time Benefits: + Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance + Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program + Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays + Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care) + Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN) + Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) + Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance + Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC) Ready to Join a Team That Cares? Apply today and bring your leadership skills to a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional end-of-life care with heart. Legalese + This is a safety-sensitive position + Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits + Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements + We are proud to be an EEO employer + We maintain a drug-free workplace Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate's location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.Salary Range - $87,525 - 109,410Full Time Employee Benefits: + Medical, Dental, Vision + Wellness Program and Resources + 401k match + PTO + FMLA, ADA and other federal and state required leaves + Short/Long Term Disability + HSA Contribution + Mileage or Fleet Car Program + Cell Phone Reimbursement (for eligible roles) + Short Term Incentive (for eligible roles) ReqID: 2025-131831 Category: Single Site Ops and Clinical Leadership Position Type: Full-Time Company: Heartland Hospice

The Patient Care Secretary is a skilled secretarial person whose job is to support the work of the Team Manager and who is generally responsible for accomplishing all patient care related clerical procedures. Screens telephone calls for Team Manager. Facilitates communication between pa tients/families and other team members, including volunteers. Takes and keeps daily schedule for all team members. Attends weekly team meetings. Prepares agenda for team meeting. Follows through on assignments given by the Team Manager. Establishes, maintains, and closes patient charts in an orderly fashion. This may include but is not limited to the mailing of and follow-up on all required documentation such as Plans-Of-Care, Attending Physician Authorization forms and Medical Information Request forms. Provides back-up documentation to Billing Department routinely and as requested. Orders D.M.E. and maintains record of dates ordered and picked-up. Enters patient care and volunteer data into Vx and event tracking. Communicates with staff and outside agencies as directed by Team Manager. When the program utilizes part time staff, the PCS will maintain a list of all part-time staff jointly with other patient care secretaries. Contacts and schedules part-time staff at the direction of Team Manager. Jointly with other patient care secretaries, orders supplies and documentation forms used by the team. Does routine correspondence for Team Manager and other members of the team. Sorts and processes all patient care mail jointly with other patient care secretaries. Maintains A.D.T. and checks census daily for accuracy. In programs that have more than one patient care secretary, they will cover for each other for lunch, for team meetings, and for other short intervals of absence. Handles other tasks as assigned by the Team Manager. QUALIFICATIONS Three years prior work experience preferred. Good typing skills. Computer literate. Able to handle multiple tasks. Excellent communication skills Good telephone skills EDUCATION High school graduate or equivalent required. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES EOE/AA M/F/D/V

Relief Team Manager - PTO/FMLA Coverage The Team Manager is the leader of the Patient Care Team and that member of the team whose function is to: supervise, evaluate and coordinate the various component members of the interdisciplinary team; assure continuity of care from admission to discharge or transfer to bereavement; serve as patient advocate and coordinator for other social service and health care providers in the community who are involved in the care of the team's patients; assume responsibility for the maintenance of patient records from intake through discharge or transfer to bereavement. This is a Relief Team Manager position responsible for covering an assigned team during periods of PTO and/or FMLA leave. There are no direct reports associated with this role. Mileage is reimbursed at $0.70 per mile. Compensation: Annual Base Salary Range: $90,000-$110,000 Includes base salary plus incentive opportunities, full benefits package, and travel reimbursement. Patient Care Services Directs all patient care services for the team, including volunteer and bereavement, and ensures that services are rendered as integrated components of the interdisciplinary plan of care. Reviews information on all pending patient admissions, all new admissions (assessments and history), and “alive” discharges to assure that eligibility and appropriateness criteria are met. Collaborates with both the team physician and the attending physician regarding palliative care measures for pain and symptom management. Assures complete and accurate data and documentation are available to make recertification decisions and further assures that those decisions are made on a timely basis. Reviews all imminent “alive” discharges to assure effective discharge planning. Monitors the type and level of team services provided (staffing, medications, HME, supplies, level of care changes to inpatient and continuous care, etc.) to assure that they are appropriate and responsive to patient/family needs and expectations. Manages the team schedule and assures coordination of services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to all patients on the team. Facilitates team meeting, assuring interdisciplinary input into the update and revision of the plan of care in concert with the changing needs and expectations of the patient and family. Participates in on-call rotation. Staff Supervision and Management Interviews, selects, trains, supervises, evaluates and dismisses team staff in conjunction with the Patient Care Administrator. Assures staff competence and performance levels through making field visits, evaluating documentation and providing team-based in-services on VITAS values, hospice principles and practices and specific team growth needs. Acts as a resource and mentor for staff re: clinical issues, documentation, inter- and intra-team problem solving and appropriate customer service behavior. Oversees staff and volunteer schedules, scheduling and territory assignments to assure that workload is distributed equitably and that all staff are able to meet overall productivity expectations. Reviews and approves payroll, assuring that employees have documented accurate time, mileage and additional expenses. Quality Improvement/Regulatory Compliance Monitors clinical records and all team activities to ensure that they are accurate, complete and meet required standards in accordance with VITAS policy and all regulatory bodies. Develops and implements performance improvement activities to respond to service issues and challenges and participates from time to time in programs relating to quality and service improvement. Ensures that the team completes proactive and other patient/family satisfaction surveys and implements Quality Improvement measures and standards. Assists with surveys and requests from regulatory bodies and intermediaries as directed by the local program. Performs substantive chart reviews to assure there is evidence that quality care is being delivered. Participates in the Outcomes Management and annual program review. Performs utilization review of continuous care and inpatient levels of care for all patients on team. Customer Service/Sales/Marketing Assures that problems/grievances/service failures experienced by individual patients/families or physicians/MCOs are addressed with team members, vendors, other VITAS departments, and are resolved promptly and satisfactorily. Analyzes customer service issues on team to identify causes and works with individual team members as well as entire team to improve performance. Personally speaks with patients/families and their attending physicians when patient is considering revocation to seek satisfactory solutions to avoid unnecessary revocation. Regularly visits LTC and Contract Bed facilities to assure care plan integration, customer satisfaction and to discuss criteria for determining appropriateness. Participates in providing in-services to customers along with other team members, Patient Care Administrators and other program staff. Participates in professional, voluntary, or community service organizations. Cost Containment Verifies/approves admitting IPOC diagnosis, treatments, staffing and supplies. Monitors utilization of resources by every patient to assure cost-effective delivery of services. Controls and is accountable for productivity, labor, and all related patient care costs with respect to budget. Approves all bills/invoices related to patient care services. Professional Development Attends in-services, educational seminars and workshops. Develops and achieves professional growth goals and objectives. Participates as a mentor of newly hired Team Managers. QUALIFICATIONS Reliable transportation with appropriate license and insurance coverage for driver and passengers. Private telephone in home. Knowledge of the principles and practices of primary medical and nursing care, with at least a working knowledge of oncologic nursing and palliative care. Basic understanding of the interpersonal dynamics operative within the working relationships of an interdisciplinary health care team, and knowledge of the process of dying and bereavement. Working knowledge of VITAS information system (Vx) and the ability to utilize management reports. Two years of successful supervisory experience or equivalent in a health care organization. EDUCATION Bachelor's degree preferred. Current and valid R.N. License to practice in the state where the VITAS program is located. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE EOE/AA M/F/D/V

The VITAS Home Health Aide (HHA) is a non-exempt employee, who is trained to provide personal care and services to hospice patients to augment care given by family members or other caregivers. Salary Range: $20 - $25/ Hour ASSIGNED JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Performs only those personal care activities contained in a written assignment. Home Health Aide (HHA) assignments may include: Home Health Aide (HHA) helps the patient to maintain good personal hygiene. Home Health Aide (HHA) plans and prepare meals. Feeds or assist with feeding the patient when needed. Home Health Aide (HHA) assists the patient ambulation. Home Health Aide (HHA) assists with certain treatments as ordered by the physician, and taught and supervised by the nurse for a specific patient including: assist with the change of the colostomy bag; assist with the use of a walker or wheelchair; reinforcement of a dressing; assist with prescribed range of motion exercises; assist with prescribed ice cap or collar; measure intake and output of fluids; and assist with medications that are ordinarily self-administered. Home Health Aide (HHA) reads and records temperature, pulse and respiration. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE HOME HEALTH AIDE (HHA) NOT INCLUDED IN A WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT MAY INCLUDE: Home Health Aide (HHA) assists in maintaining a safe and healthy environment. Home Health Aide (HHA) promotes the patient's mental alertness through involvement in activities of interest. Home Health Aide (HHA) provides simple emotional and psychological support to the patient, family, and other caregivers. Home Health Aide (HHA) reports any changes in the patient's mental or physical condition or home situation to the VITAS Nurse and members of the interdisciplinary team. Home Health Aide (HHA) teaches basic personal care to the primary caregiver. Home Health Aide (HHA) practices basic infection control measures. Home Health Aide (HHA) observes, reports, and documents patient status and the care and activities provided. Home Health Aide (HHA) completes at least 12 hours of in-service training per calendar year. Home Health Aide (HHA) handles other tasks as assigned. THE HOME HEALTH AIDE (HHA) MAY NOT: Be assigned by VITAS to any institutional setting. Change sterile dressings. Irrigate body cavities (such as an enema). Irrigate a colostomy or wound. Perform a gastric lavage or gavage. Catheterize a patient. Administer medications. Apply heat by any method. Care for a tracheotomy tube. Suction a patient. Provide any personal care that has not been assigned by the VITAS nurse or included in the plan of care. QUALIFICATIONS High School graduate or equivalent preferred. Meets personnel qualifications of a Home Health Aide as specified in 42 C.F.R. Section 484.4 and Section 484.36. Documented evidence of 75 hours of training as specified in 42 C.F.R. Sections 484.36 (a)(1). Documented evidence that Home Health Aide has successfully completed a Competency Evaluation program as described in 42 C.F.R. Section 484.36(b). State Allowable Training/Certification AL, CO, DC, DE, FL, GA, IN, MI, PA, TX, VA, WI CNA, HHA, HA CA CHHA CT Homemaker-Home Health Aide IL HHA, NA KS Home Health Aide certificate MO Home Health Aide NJ Homemaker-Home Health Aide OH Home Health Aide SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Home Health Aide (HHA) has the ability to read, write, and carry out directions. Home Health Aide (HHA) has the ability to travel per job requirements. Home Health Aide (HHA) has a telephone available in home. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described for the Home Health Aide (HHA) are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the Home Health Aide (HHA), the employee is regularly required to: Assist in lifting and transferring patients, as required. Lift objects in excess of 20 pounds Stand or walk in excess of one hour per day Talk and hear Specific vision abilities required by the Home Health Aide (HHA) include: Close vision Distance vision Ability to adjust focus The Home Health Aide (HHA) will be required to sit and stoop, kneel, and crouch. DIRECTION RECEIVED Home Health Aide (HHA) reports directly to the VITAS Nurse. Home Health Aide (HHA) receives clinical direction from the VITAS Nurse.

QUALIFICATIONS Must be a member in good standing on the medical staff of an accredited hospital in the state where the hospice is located. Knowledge of the principles and practice of primary medical care, with at least a working knowledge of oncology. Knowledge of palliative medicine, with particular emphasis on control symptoms associated with terminal illness. Registration with the Drug Enforcement Agency to write scheduled prescriptions. Medical malpractice and liability insurance in amounts and with carriers satisfactory to VITAS. EDUCATION Graduate of an accredited school of medicine or osteopathy with current license to practice in the state where the hospice program in located. Board eligible/certified in Internal Medicine, Family Practice, or other related specialty with a working knowledge of the principles of palliative medicine and symptom management. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE EOE/AA M/F/D/V