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Hospice Weekend RN | Pierce & Thurston County

Envision Hospice

Tacoma, Washington

Posted Feb 17

Shift and hours
Weekends only
Unit and setting
Hospice · Home Health
License
RN licenseCurrent, active Washington State RN license in good standing
Term
Per Diem

Do you qualify?

License
Current, active Washington State RN license in good standing Check your license
License
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Certification
Active BLS certification
Experience
Minimum 2-3 years of healthcare related experience required
Also asks
Proficient with EMR systems and healthcare technologies
Also asks
Ability to exercise sound judgment, initiative, and work independently within scope of practice
Also asks
Adaptable to diverse social, cultural, and religious backgrounds
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Preferred

Experience
Minimum 1 year nursing experience in hospice or home health preferred

What it pays

Against similar roles
In range for Washington PRN rolesWashington PRN postings that state pay run $38/hr to $78/hr, the middle half $45/hr to $65/hr, across 181 postings.
Overtime pay
$52/hr

Benefits

  • Paid holidays
  • Health savings account
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Pet insurance
  • Mileage reimbursement
More benefits (7)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • PTO
  • 401(k) with match

The role and schedule

Weekends
Weekends required
On call
On-call rotation

Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for weekly hours, holiday, and rotation?
More questions to ask
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Your fit

On your path

Hospice is a specialty you move into. Med surg, oncology, or home health is the usual door in.

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Hospice Weekend RN

Location: Pierce & Thurston County

Schedule

Part-Time/Weekends

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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What's around it?

In Tacoma, WA

Tacoma, WAFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 11% above the US average

Median rent
$1,676/mo
Household income
$85,884/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Tacoma, WA

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