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Weekend Hospice Visit Nurse (Per Diem)

  • PRN / per diem
  • Weekends
  • RN license
  • Driver's license

Open in 4 locations

Anchor Health posts this job separately for each location. Apply to the one where you can work: the unit, shifts, schedule and pay can differ between locations.

California

4 open

How this pay compares

This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open hospice nurse jobs in California post a median of $66.30 an hour, the middle half $56.75–$82.22, across 22 jobs that state their pay. Hospice nurses employed in California earn a median of $67.44 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).

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About the job

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

From Anchor Health's job posting for Sacramento, CA, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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About Anchor Health

Anchor Health is a Medicare-certified hospice in Petaluma, CA. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, caregivers and mental health staff. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Anchor Health

Based in Petaluma, CAHires in CaliforniaPay on its listings: 24.2% of its open jobs state an hourly rate

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