Weekend Hospice Nurse, RN — Compassionate Care

Guardian Angel Hospice; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly bonuses

Comprehensive benefits after 30 days

Flexible scheduling

Paid holidays

Job summary

Guardian Angel Hospice is seeking a Weekend Option Nurse to deliver specialized end-of-life care on weekend shifts. You will work closely with physicians, families, and the hospice team to ensure comfort, safety and symptom control in alignment with approved care plans.

This role emphasizes compassionate communication, on-site assessments, and collaboration with the care team to uphold patient preferences and high-quality care in the final stage of life.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN with active Indiana license.
• Experience in end-of-life care and hospice settings.
• Ability to communicate clearly with patients, families and providers.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care during weekend shifts in alignment with care plan.
• Re-evaluate nursing needs and adjust as directed.
• Administer and monitor pain control, symptom management, and infusions.
• Coordinate with physicians, family and home health team on care changes.
• Educate patients/families on Advance Directives and care options.
• Maintain policies and safety standards in hospice care.

Skills

End-of-life care

Pain management

Patient advocacy

Family communication

Crisis intervention

Education

Registered Nurse license

Tools

EHR systems

Infusion pumps

Central line care

Job description

Guardian Angel Hospice is seeking a Weekend Option Nurse to deliver specialized end-of-life care on weekend shifts. You will work closely with physicians, families, and the hospice team to ensure comfort, safety and symptom control in alignment with approved care plans.

This role emphasizes compassionate communication, on-site assessments, and collaboration with the care team to uphold patient preferences and high-quality care in the final stage of life.