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
- Also asks
- #INDHP
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 askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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
#indhp
What's around it?
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