Weekend Hospice Visit Nurse (Per Diem)

Anchor Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekend pay

Flexible scheduling

Supportive and collaborative team

Purpose-driven work with real impact

Valuing your skills

Job summary

Anchor Health in California seeks a Weekend Hospice Visit Nurse to provide scheduled in-person nursing visits to hospice patients on Saturdays and Sundays. This per diem role supports symptom management, patient comfort, and family education within the interdisciplinary team.

The nurse will conduct assessments, coordinate care with physicians and hospice staff, document visits, and maintain a compassionate, independent work approach on a weekend schedule.

Qualifications

• Active nursing license (RN or LVN) in good standing.
• Experience in hospice, home health, or related nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled weekend hospice nursing visits.
• Assess patients and manage symptoms.
• Educate patients and caregivers on care plans.
• Communicate patient status to the interdisciplinary team.
• Coordinate care with physicians and hospice staff.
• Document visits accurately and timely.
• Support comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients.

Skills

Nursing license (RN/LVN)

Compassionate care

Excellent communication

Independent worker

Time management

Job description

Compassionate care when families need support the most.

Anchor Health is seeking a Per Diem Weekend Hospice Visit Nurse to provide scheduled, in-person nursing visits to hospice patients on Saturdays and Sundays. This role is ideal for nurses who value meaningful patient connections and a consistent weekend schedule.

We are committed to our patients, families, and employees—and we believe hospice nurses deserve a workplace that feels supportive, genuine, and appreciative.

Position Overview

The Weekend Hospice Visit Nurse provides professional nursing care to hospice patients through planned weekend visits. The nurse supports symptom management, patient comfort, and family education while collaborating closely with the interdisciplinary care team.

Schedule

• Saturdays and Sundays 8am-5pm
• Visit-based schedule (no routine on-call unless assigned)

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled hospice nursing visits on weekends
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and symptom management
• Provide education and emotional support to patients and caregivers
• Communicate patient status and needs to the interdisciplinary team
• Coordinate care with physicians and hospice staff
• Document all visits accurately and timely
• Support hospice goals of comfort, dignity, and quality of life

Qualifications & Requirements

• Current LVN or RN license in good standing
• Hospice, home health, or related nursing experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Compassionate approach to end-of-life care
• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable, insured vehicle in good working condition (per state and organizational requirements)

Why Join Anchor Health?

• Competitive weekend pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Supportive and collaborative team
• Purpose-driven work with real impact
• A workplace that values your skill and heart