Nurse Practitioner - Hospice
Listed compensation
$120k-$150k
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
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Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Huntley, IL 60142Position Type: Full TimeAt St. Croix Hospice, we believe in the power of compassionate care. Like the river that inspired our name and takes great skill to navigate, St. Croix Hospice guides patients and their families through the end-of-life journey.
We are committed to ensuring the highest quality of life for our patients, empowering them to make the most of their time with dignity, comfort and respect.
If you are ready to be part of our deeply compassionate family of caregivers guiding extraordinary life experiences, then we invite you to join our team, where your work truly matters.
The Nurse Practitioner plays a key role in supporting patients and their families during advanced illness by providing skilled medical care and calm, compassionate guidance. They help families understand care options and what to expect, supporting decisions that reflect the patient’s values and goals.
Through oversight of medications, treatments, and recertifications, the Nurse Practitioner helps ensure continuity of care, allowing families to focus on comfort, dignity, and meaningful time together.
If you're a compassionate Nurse Practitioner who values meaningful patient connections and autonomy in your practice, we’d love to meet you.
Qualifications
Nurse Practitioner Requirements & Key Responsibilities: Must have current Nurse Practitioner (NP) license in the state(s) of practice. Degree from an accredited NP program required. Minimum two years of RN experience; hospice or palliative care experience.
Provide comprehensive medical care for terminally ill patients, including assessments, diagnostic interpretation, and individualized care plans. Prescribe medications/treatments, complete hospice recertification face-to-face assessments, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and physicians to manage symptoms and maintain continuity of care. Educate and support patients, families, and caregivers on end-of-life care, including medical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Maintain accurate documentation, adhere to HIPAA standards, and participate in quality improvement initiatives. Demonstrate strong clinical judgment, communication, and problem-solving skills; proficient in electronic health records.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, automobile insurance, and ability to pass background and drug screening required.
Benefits & Schedule
Schedule: 8:00am to 5:00pm M-F Health, dental, vision, and life insurance Company-paid short/long-term disability and basic life insurance 401(k) with up to 4% company match Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities Paid time off and paid holidays The starting salary range for this role is $120,000-$150,000 annual base salary.
An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: geographic location, relevant education, applicable certifications, depth of experience, and special skillsets.
The total compensation package for this position may also include the opportunity to participate in employee benefits including our medical/dental/vision/pet insurance, disability and life insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) retirement plans, subject to applicable plan terms, and/or eligibility for other compensation.
Key Responsibilities
The Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive medical care and symptom management for terminally ill patients in a hospice setting. They collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans and educate families on end-of-life care options.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a current Nurse Practitioner license and have at least two years of RN experience, preferably in hospice or palliative care. A valid driver's license and the ability to pass background and drug screenings are also required.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Hospice & Palliative Medicine — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
Of the 50 active Hospice & Palliative Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 16% are remote, 60% have no call, 50% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$135k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $135k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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