St. Croix Hospice

Named after the St. Croix River—symbolizing the skill needed to navigate the end-of-life journey—the organization serves communities with an integrated care team approach. They employ Registered Nurses, Hospice Aides (CNAs), Social Workers, and other healthcare professionals dedicated to delivering compassionate hospice care. The Palos Heights, Illinois location serves the surrounding communities in the 60463 area. Nurses at St. Croix Hospice work as Registered Nurse Case Managers providing 1:1, whole-person care to patients and families in their homes. The role involves coordinating individualized care plans, supporting families through complex decisions, and partnering with an interdisciplinary care team. Leadership roles such as Manager of Clinical Services involve mentoring clinical teams, shaping strategic care plans, and championing a culture of excellence and empathy. The organization emphasizes that every team member plays an important role in maintaining high ethical and compliance standards.

St. Croix Hospice's mission is centered on guiding patients and families through the end-of-life journey with dignity, comfort, and respect. Their stated commitment is to ensure the highest quality of life for patients, empowering them to make the most of their time. The organization's Standards of Conduct commit all team members to the highest level of ethics, morals, and compliance, with a focus on patients, families, caregivers, and each other as the foundation of the organization. They emphasize providing high-quality care while remaining compliant with governing rules and laws.