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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
This role$52/hr
nursing in Washington$44/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.

Overtime
$52/hr

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

rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024

Local household income
$85,884/yr

all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024

Metro price level
11% above the national average

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.

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Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities.

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