Job Title:
Hospice Clinical Liaison RN

Location:
Lake Forest, IL (Lake Forest Hospital + Highland Park Hospital coverage)

Job Type:
Full-Time

Salary:
Up to $92,000 per year (based on experience)

Overview

JourneyCare Hospice is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as a Hospice Clinical Liaison supporting hospital-based referrals at Lake Forest Hospital and Highland Park Hospital.

This role is ideal for RNs with hospital or hospice experience who are interested in care transitions, patient advocacy, and working closely with interdisciplinary hospital teams. Hospice or liaison experience is helpful but not required—we provide training for strong acute care nurses transitioning into hospice.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• No nights
• Holiday rotation (1 summer, 1 winter)
• Local travel between assigned hospitals

Responsibilities

• Perform hospice eligibility assessments and bedside clinical evaluations in hospital settings
• Support hospice admissions and complete required documentation (CTI, consents)
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, social workers, and discharge planners
• Assist in determining hospice eligibility and appropriate level of care
• Coordinate transitions from hospital to hospice services
• Educate hospital staff and referral sources on hospice services and admission process
• Build and maintain strong relationships with hospital partners
• Support urgent and General Inpatient (GIP) hospice referrals when needed

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• 1–2+ years of RN experience (hospital or hospice experience preferred)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital environment
• Strong clinical judgment and organizational skills
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license and insurance

Preferred Experience

• ICU, med-surg, oncology, emergency department, or case management background
• Hospice or palliative care experience a plus
• Experience with care transitions or discharge planning
• Exposure to patient education or family discussions in acute care settings

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary up to $92,000 annually
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Benefits effective first of the month after hire
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Mileage reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Referral bonus program
• Career advancement opportunities

About the Role

This is a meaningful clinical position focused on supporting patients and families during important care transitions. You will work closely with hospital teams to ensure timely, appropriate, and compassionate hospice referrals and admissions.

Training is provided for nurses transitioning from acute care into hospice liaison work.

Apply

Apply today for immediate consideration or text 10626 to 847-416-8078.