Clinical Team Lead - CNA & Off Shift Operations

Northern Illinois Hospice•Rockford, IL

10d•$91,600 - $132,732•Onsite

About The Position

Northern Illinois Hospice is seeking an experienced RN to serve as a Clinical Team Lead - CNA & Off Shift Operations. This leadership role focuses on guiding the hospice team, supporting staff, and ensuring exceptional patient care during evenings, weekends, and off-shift hours. The position involves coaching CNAs, supporting off-shift clinical staff, coordinating admissions and urgent referrals, solving complex patient care challenges, and ensuring seamless hospice operations after hours and on weekends. The Clinical Team Lead will be a trusted resource, mentor, and leader dedicated to delivering outstanding hospice care when patients and families need it most. Northern Illinois Hospice has been a trusted leader in hospice care for over 45 years, fostering a collaborative, mission-driven culture committed to excellence.

Requirements

Active Illinois Registered Nurse license
Graduate of an accredited nursing program
Minimum 5 years of nursing experience
CPR certification
Valid driver’s license, insurance, and reliable transportation

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred
Hospice or home health experience preferred
CHPN certification preferred (or obtained within two years)

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and support CNAs and off-shift clinical staff
Oversee staffing, scheduling, and coverage for hospice operations
Coordinate admissions, hospital discharges, and urgent hospice referrals
Serve as a clinical resource for symptom management and complex care situations
Conduct chart reviews, quality audits, and joint visits
Ensure compliance with regulatory, quality, and hospice standards
Support recruitment, onboarding, competency validation, and performance management
Partner with interdisciplinary teams to improve outcomes and patient experiences
Participates in clinical administrative on-call (AOC) rotation and serves as backup support as assigned.