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Administrative
Online Communications Manager
To coordinate, develop and implement production of the Midwest CareCenter website and a variety of other online and electronic marketing publications for internal and external communication purposes. Full-time position.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field
Experience
- Minimum 3-5 years' related experience with new media, social media and online communications.
Other Requirements
- Substantial knowledge of online technologies, specifically Joomla and web-hosting services. Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; Quark, Adobe Reader, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop.
- Interactive, web and public relations experience.
- Knowledge of online communications technology, with particular interest in blogs, social networks and other emerging trends.
- Some knowledge of other Microsoft products: Access and SharePoint.
- Understanding of and ability to perform elements of production process for e-communications, flyers, etc. (copywriting, proofreading, design, mailing list assembly, printing, etc.)
- Adequate knowledge of content management systems for routine web updates.
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Nurse Educator
To assist with clinical orientation and continuing education of clinical staff; to evaluate clinical competencies/skills of clinical staff; to provide monthly in-service education to certified nursing aides to ensure the delivery of quality care to patients/families; and to coordinate the logistics of nursing student clinical rotation at Midwest CareCenter.
Education
- Registered nurse in Illinois.
- MSN required.
Experience
- Detailed knowledge of teaching/learning principles and principles of adult education.
- Expertise at content development/test question development.
Other Requirements
- Detailed knowledge of evaluation skills/method (skills competency).
- Detailed knowledge of organizational techniques.
- Detailed knowledge of academic schedule/rotations/student needs/matching up clinical staff/preceptor.
- Access to a car, current driver’s license and liability auto insurance.
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Network Support Technician
To provide support, analysis, and problem-solving for all organizational technology needs. To liaise with the organization to identify organizational best practices, training needs, and technology solutions to organizational problems. Full-time position.
Education
- BA/BS in computer science, computer engineering or related field.
Experience
- Two years of computer network experience.
Other Requirements
- Knowledge of Active Directory and Exchange Server.
- Excellent customer service skills to handle all levels of technical aptitude.
- Outstanding analytical and problem solving skills.
- Strong knowledge of computer hardware.
- Understanding of VMWare virtual network infrastructure preferred.
- Excellent written communication skills including technical writing abilities.
- High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
- High level of self-motivation.
- Ability to self-start and work independently on sensitive projects with little direct supervision.
- Access to a reliable car, current driver’s license and liability auto insurance.
- Ability to work on call, weekends and evenings as required.
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Administrative Assistant II
Responsible for clerical and secretarial functions of the clinical team as well as responsible for systems and processes to ensure regulatory, accreditation and quality compliance for the Hospice program. Full-time position.
Education
- High school graduate or equivalent, some college preferred.
Experience
- Knowledge of Allscripts system preferred.
- Knowledge of Medicare Hospice Benefit as it pertains to timelines for completion.
Other Requirements
- Knowledge of “business machines” (fax, printer, etc).
- Ability to be extremely organized, to track paper well.
- Computer literacy and skills, specifically MS Outlook, Word, Access and Excel.
- Ability to function in a fast-paced environment; multi-tasking.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Knowledge of quality customer service practices.
- Ability to transfer knowledge to skills required to ensure timely, quality results.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects at one time while meeting critical deadlines.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in confidential matters.
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Fellowship Site Coordinator
Coordinate the day-to-day administration of hospice and palliative medicine fellowship(s) and other professional training program(s), functioning as a liaison between the offices of Graduate Medical Education and the program directors, associate directors and site directors to facilitate curriculum and training in compliance with accrediting standards. Temporary, part-time (0.6 FTE) position.
Education
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree.
Experience
- Experience in education, administration and/or office management in an academic setting.
Other Requirements
- A spirit of cooperation, support and understanding for working with the fellowship director, faculty, fellows, students and residents; a willingness to act collegially with hospice administration and other departments to carry out the mission of the program; patience and diplomacy when encouraging staff to complete mandatory education and evaluations.
- Communication: verbal (orientation, scheduling with outside rotation sites); written (outside education, presentation notes, and in-house education publicity).
- Technical: computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher).
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Organizational expertise and attention to detail.
- Professionalism in dealing with confidential information.
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Nursing
CNA—Hospice Inpatient Unit
To provide personal care and assistance with activities of daily living to patients under the supervision of the registered nurse consistent with Midwest CareCenter policies and the individual plan of care. Part-time (0.5 FTE) position in Skokie, IL.
Education
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Graduate of a certified nursing assistant program.
- Maintain Illinois nursing assistant certification.
- CPR preferred.
Experience
- Demonstrated clinical ability through written and skill test.
Other Requirements
- Ability to work with patients and families in distress.
- Comfort working with the dying, patience, compassion.
- Good communication skills and ability to communicate with a wide variety of professionals.
- Cultural sensitivity.
- Ability to work well with others in a group and as part of a team.
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CNA—Home Hospice
Under the supervision of a registered nurse, will provide personal care and assistance with activities of daily living to patients according to Midwest CareCenter policies and the individual plan of care. Three full-time positions in northern Cook and Lake Counties.
Education
- High school education or equivalent.
- Graduate of a Certified Nursing Assistant program.
- CPR certification preferred.
Experience
- Ability to read, write and speak English fluently.
- Demonstrated clinical ability through written and skill test.
Other Requirements
- Must possess/use own vehicle, have valid driver’s license and maintain liability auto insurance.
- Ability to use cell phone and operate PDA devices.
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Advanced Practice Nurse
Will provide primary and specialty level palliative medicine to Midwest CareCenter patients/families dealing with a life-limiting diseases, conditions or injury in collaboration with Midwest CareCenter interdisciplinary teams across settings of care. Full-time position.
Education
- APN (Advanced Practice RN); Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist or Nurse Practitioner.
- CPR certification.
Experience
- Background of general nursing education, nursing field experience, billing/coding, computer skills, knowledge of symptom management and related medications.
- Experience and advanced knowledge in symptom management.
- Understanding of regulatory statutes including the MHB, opioid prescribing, credentialing
Other Requirements
- Must possess/use own vehicle, have valid driver’s license and maintain liability auto insurance.
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Field Admission Nurse
To facilitate smooth access to services and admission to appropriate programs, by serving as a liaison between physicians, patients, families and facilities when needed. Two full-time positions in northern Cook and Lake counties.
Education
- ADN or BSN.
- Registered Nurse in Illinois.
- State of Illinois licensure.
Experience
- Minimum two years' experience in oncology/med surgical/home care/hospice.
- Ability to assess and apply critical thinking skills in areas such as physical assessment, disease physiology and disease progression, symptom management and pharmacology.
- Detailed knowledge of Midwest CareCenter programs and eligibility/administrative requirements.
- Knowledgeable of Medicare and Medicaid standards and eligibility for Midwest CareCenter programs.
- Computer literacy; specifically, MS Outlook, Allscripts.
- Knowledge of interpersonal and group dynamics.
- Knowledge of drugs and drug interactions.
Other Requirements
- Must have valid driver’s license.
- Must have unlimited access to car and maintain liability auto insurance.
- Ability to quickly establish rapport with patients, family and facility staff.
- Ability to transfer knowledge to skills required for patients to access appropriate care.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Flexibility and ability to adapt to unexpected changes in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Night Clinical Supervisor
To provide patients, families and caregivers assistance in answering questions, providing care, resolving concerns and facilitating smooth access to care through effective triaging of calls. Oversee non-clinical facility matters that arise after normal business hours. Supervise and support on-call staff. Full-time position: Monday-Friday, 11 p.m.-7:30 a.m. Ability to work from home.
Education
- ASN required, BSN preferred.
- RN Illinois clinical license required.
Experience
- Minimum of one year hospice or home health experience.
- Management experience preferred.
Other Requirements
- Working knowledge of all care, treatment and services provided by clinical team, including all staff responsibilities associated with each level of care.
- Knowledge of state licensing regulations, Medicare conditions of participation, Medicare benefit and private insurance for clinical services of responsibility.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills—both written and verbal.
- Ability to identify, develop and implement problem-solving strategies that achieve positive outcomes.
- Strong decision making skills necessary in an ever-changing environment requiring constant multitasking.
- Computer skills.
- Solid organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to motivate and work with many types of people.
- Flexibility in adapting to changing priorities.
- Current driver’s license and personal auto liability insurance required.
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Staff RN
Provide skilled nursing care to terminally ill patients as a member of the interdisciplinary team; support and educate patients' designated caregivers through a systematic assessment of health needs. Registry position.
Education
- ASN required, BSN preferred.
- Current Illinois State Licensure required.
- CPR certification required.
Experience
- One year nursing experience required.
- Two or more years of hospice or medical surgery nursing preferred.
- Demonstrated ability in nursing practice.
Other Requirements
- Ability and willingness to learn hospice-specific nursing skills related to pain and symptom management.
- Ability and willingness to learn necessary electronic documentation.
- Ability to work with patients and families in distress.
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Visit Nurse
Will provide weekend nursing coverage to hospice patients in northern Cook and Lake counties.
- Part-time position: 0.2 FTE, Sat-Sun, 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
- Part-time position: 0.4 FTE, Sat-Sun, 11 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
- Registry position: .00 FTE (nights, evenings, 3 p.m.-11:30 p.m.)
- 3 Registry positions: .00 (any hours)
Education
- Registered nurse, ADN required, BSN preferred.
- Illinois state licensure.
- CPR certification required.
Experience
- Computer literacy, specifically MS Outlook, Allscripts/Misys.
- Knowledge of drugs and drug interactions.
- Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid standards and eligibility for hospice care.
- Knowledge of interpersonal and group dynamics.
Other Requirements
- Must possess/use own vehicle, have valid driver’s license and maintain liability auto insurance.
- Must have ability to use cell phone and operate PDA devices.
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RN Case Manager
Coordinate the care of terminally ill patients through the continuum of care. Two full-time positions in Chicago and near north suburbs. One full-time position in Lake County.
Education
- ASN required.
- BSN preferred.
- Registered nurse currently licensed in the State of Illinois.
Experience
- Minimum of one-year nursing experience required.
- Previous home health or hospice experience preferred.
- CPR certified.
Other Requirements
- Must possess/use own vehicle, have valid driver’s license and maintain liability auto insurance.
- Ability to use cell phone and operate PDA devices.
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Physician
Section Chief Palliative Care, Palliative Medicine Physician, Clinical Educator & Associate Hospice Medical Director
Full-time position, responsible for:
- Administration and quality of a regionally based hospital/community comprehensive palliative care program within a collaborative service model.
- Medical component of palliative medicine and hospice care.
- Leadership in Midwest CareCenter clinical education; must function within the interdisciplinary structure to facilitate optimal systems-based care.
Education-
Doctor of medicine licensed to practice medicine in the State of Illinois.
- Board certified in hospice and palliative medicine.
Experience-
Significant experience in palliative and hospice care.
- Significant experience and leadership in medical administration.
- Significant expertise in program development, education, and quality.
- Demonstrated experience and leadership in staff, volunteer and community education.
- Demonstrated expertise in management and supervision of other healthcare professionals, especially physicians and advanced practice nurses.
- Clinical practice management experience with the understanding of: medical billing; coding; medical practice accounting; reports needed to monitor practice health; billing programs and HER; employee requirements/job descriptions.
Other Requirements-
Must possess/use own vehicle, have current valid driver’s license and maintain liability auto insurance.
- Ability to use cell phone and operate PDA devices.
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Hospice & Palliative Medicine Physician
Associate Medical Director
Provide specialty level palliative medicine for Hospice and Palliative Care Services (PCS) patients/families in home, office, hospital, facility and hospice inpatient unit setting(s), with active integration within interdisciplinary hospice and PCS teams.
- Serve in a consultative role for referring physicians and, as necessary, in primary palliative medical management of patients/families in addressing and managing goals of care as well as complex physical and psychological symptoms.
- Serve as a medical director for hospice team(s) to insure compliance with regulatory statutes and best practice guidelines.
- One full-time position and one part-time (00 FTE) position.
Education
- MD, Board certification internal medicine or a primary specialty, licensed to practice in Illinois.
Experience
- Comprehensive knowledge of adult medicine as well as specialty level palliative medicine.
- Computer skills in Word, Excel and Outlook. Allscripts or electronic medical record competency
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Social Services
Chaplain
Provide spiritual and emotional support for patients, families of patients, and caregivers. One full-time position in Chicago and the near north suburbs.
Education
- Master of divinity or related graduate level theological degree (MTS, MAPT, MAHL, etc.).
- Ordination/consecration or lay chaplain endorsed/licensed/canonically resident by denomination and of active status.
- Clinical Pastoral Education: at least one unit, four preferred.
Experience
- Previous experience as a chaplain in hospital/hospice setting preferred.
- Basic computer skills and willingness/capability to learn software applications and EMR documentation.
Other Requirements
- Must possess/use own vehicle, have valid driver’s license and maintain liability auto insurance.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to use a PDA, cell phone and computer.
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Social Worker
To provide social work services to hospice patients, families and caregivers as well as to assist staff at related long-term-care facilities. Part-time (0.2 FTE), weekend position in Lake and northern Cook counties.
Education
- Master’s degree in social work.
- Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW) license.
Experience
- Minimum one year experience as a medical social worker.
- Familiarity with end-of-life processes, community resources, the Medicare Hospice Benefit; knowledge of family systems and family therapy.
- Knowledge of psychopathology, crisis intervention, conflict resolution and problem solving.
- Highly skilled in short-term therapy models.
Other Requirements
- Ability to work independently in a complex environment; flexibility, patience and good listening skills.
- Excellent communication skills, diplomacy, compassion, empathy and collaborative capacity.
- Must possess/use own vehicle, have valid driver’s license and maintain liability auto insurance.
- Ability to use cell phone and operate PDA devices.
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