Hospice Weekend RN | Pierce & Thurston County
Envision Hospice
Tacoma, WA
Posted Feb 17 · Not open to new grads
- Shift
- Weekends only
- Unit
- Hospice
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Weekends only
- Weekends
- Weekends required
- Term
- Per Diem
- On the floor
- On call
- Setting
- Home Health
- Accepts
- RN
More role details
- Experience
- 2+ years
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
- Overtime
- $52/hr
The median for nursing in Washington is $44/hr, across 574 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
Hospice Weekend RN
Location: Pierce & Thurston County
Schedule
Part-Time/Weekends
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Compensation
$52.00 - $60.00/hour
Join Our Hospice Care Team
At Envision Hospice, we believe patient care is about honoring life - every moment, every story, every individual. Serving communities across Washington, our team of dedicated professionals provides comfort, dignity, and compassionate support to patients and families during one of life’s most meaningful journeys.
We are seeking a dedicated Hospice Registered Nurse to provide weekend hospice care for patients in Pierce and Thurston Counties. Care is delivered across a variety of settings, including private homes, adult family homes, assisted living communities, and skilled nursing facilities. This position includes weekend responsibilities to ensure essential care and support for patients and families. The RN will focus on responding to urgent or emergency needs, managing symptoms, and promoting the comfort and well-being of patients.
What We Offer
Comprehensive benefits package (Full-time employees)
- Medical, dental, vision, and Pet Insurance with HSA options
- Supplemental and Life Insurance
- Paid time off (PTO) accrual equivalent to 3 weeks per year
- 6 paid holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Competitive
compensation
$52.00 - $60.00/hour, based on direct hospice experience Mileage reimbursement Efficient scheduling and reduced travel time with geographically assigned caseloads Company-branded scrubs provided Monthly employee celebrations recognizing achievements and milestones Fostered culture built on open communication, teamwork, and continual learning, where every team member feels supported and valued
Primary Responsibilities
Provide compassionate, high-quality hospice care, focusing on pain and symptom management for patients. Respond promptly to urgent calls, assess situations, and deliver appropriate interventions as needed. Administer and adjust medications while monitoring effectiveness to ensure patient comfort.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure continuity and address urgent patient needs. Support, educate, and guide families, offering reassurance throughout the patient’s care journey. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of care, assessments, and interventions.
Manage emergencies and coordinate with the on-call team for additional support when necessary. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to hospice care protocols.
Requirements
Current, active Washington State RN license in good standing Active BLS certification Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation Minimum 1 year nursing experience in hospice or home health preferred Minimum 2-3 years of healthcare related experience required Proficient with EMR systems and healthcare technologies Ability to exercise sound judgment, initiative, and work independently within scope of practice Adaptable to diverse social, cultural, and religious backgrounds
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Requirements
- Current, active Washington State RN license in good standing
- Active BLS certification
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Minimum 1 year nursing experience in hospice or home health preferred
- Minimum 2-3 years of healthcare related experience required
- Proficient with EMR systems and healthcare technologies
- Ability to exercise sound judgment, initiative, and work independently within scope of practice
- Adaptable to diverse social, cultural, and religious backgrounds
- #INDHP
Benefits highlights
- Paid holidays
- Health savings account
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Pet insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
Place
- City
- Tacoma, WA
- Median rent
- $1,676/mo
- Local household income
- $85,884/yr
- Metro price level
- 11% above the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Tacoma area index 111.1, where 100 is the national average.
Tacoma sits on Puget Sound with Mount Rainier rising dramatically to the southeast, offering nurses a Pacific Northwest lifestyle at a more approachable pace than nearby Seattle. The historic Stadium District and rustically revitalized Point Defiance Park capture the city's blend of industrial heritage and outdoor access. Commutes to Seattle are manageable when bigger-city amenities call.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities.
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