About the role
Description 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
Training requirement
Must be available to complete training Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, for a minimum of two full weeks.