Location & Practice Overview

The Hospice Weekend RN position is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and supports community-based hospice care delivered in the settings where patients live. Nursing visits take place in private homes, assisted living communities, and skilled nursing facilities throughout the local service region.

Practice Type Community hospice
Primary Settings Private homes and residential facilities
Service Area Grand Rapids and surrounding West Michigan communities
Organization Context Interfaith nonprofit hospice

Responsibilities

  • Perform nursing assessments for patients enrolled in hospice services.
  • Manage pain and symptoms and administer medications according to the care plan.
  • Coordinate with the interdisciplinary team on care updates and plan adjustments.
  • Educate families about hospice services and practical comfort measures.
  • Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately.
  • Provide weekend on-call coverage to address patient and family needs.

Weekend responsibilities center on direct clinical support that helps maintain patient comfort and continuity of care when routine weekday resources are limited.

Qualifications & Requirements

Applicants must possess a current Michigan RN license and the clinical foundation needed for independent practice in home and facility hospice environments.

License
Active Michigan Registered Nurse license
Education
Associate degree or diploma in nursing; BSN preferred
Experience
Nursing experience required; hospice, home care, or acute care preferred
Practice Skills
Capacity for independent assessment and symptom management in community settings

Compensation & Benefits

The position offers $36–$45 per hour along with mileage reimbursement, retirement contributions, paid time off, company-provided technology, and employee support resources.

  • Compensation: $36–$45 per hour
  • Mileage reimbursement at the federal rate
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
  • PTO and sick time package
  • Company-provided technology (laptop/iPad and phone)
  • Self-care coaching and employee assistance program

Schedule & Work Environment

Employment Type Part-time
Work Days Saturday and Sunday
Shift Options Day shifts; every weekend or every other weekend available
On-Call Weekend on-call coverage included
Work Environment Field-based travel to patient homes and facilities

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

Patients are individuals with life-limiting illnesses who have chosen hospice care. Support is provided in the location each patient calls home, whether a private residence, assisted living community, or skilled nursing facility in the Grand Rapids area and surrounding West Michigan communities.

Population Adults with terminal conditions
Care Goal Comfort and quality of life at end of life
Encounter Locations Private homes, assisted living, and skilled nursing facilities
Need Pattern Variable symptom and support needs

Clinical Focus & Key Services

Clinical work centers on holistic end-of-life nursing that addresses physical comfort while also supporting emotional and spiritual dimensions of care through collaboration with the broader team.

Symptom Control Pain and symptom management for terminally ill patients
Assessment Scope Evaluation of physical, emotional, and comfort-related needs
Family Education Instruction on comfort measures and hospice processes
Team Collaboration Work with chaplains, social workers, and volunteers

Role Highlights

This position is structured specifically around weekend clinical coverage, providing consistent nursing presence when many patients and families experience changing needs.

  • Dedicated weekend coverage model with every-weekend or alternate-weekend options
  • Interfaith approach integrated into holistic end-of-life support
  • Field autonomy balanced with interdisciplinary team connection
  • Direct involvement in responding to changing patient needs in home and facility settings

About Emmanuel Hospice

Emmanuel Hospice is a nonprofit interfaith hospice organization headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Established in 2012 through collaboration among long-standing West Michigan senior living providers, it delivers person-centered end-of-life care to patients in private homes and residential communities. The organization is CHAP-accredited, serves as a Medicare provider, and also offers community grief support services.

Organization Type Nonprofit interfaith hospice
Founded 2012
Headquarters 401 Hall St SW, Suite 263, Grand Rapids, MI
Service Reach Grand Rapids and surrounding West Michigan communities (approximately 50-mile radius)
Accreditation CHAP-accredited Medicare provider

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the schedule limited only to Saturdays and Sundays?
Yes. The role is structured around weekend clinical coverage, with options for every weekend or every other weekend. Weekend on-call responsibilities are part of the position.
Where do most patient visits take place?
Visits occur wherever the patient resides. This includes private homes as well as assisted living and skilled nursing facilities in the Grand Rapids area and surrounding West Michigan communities.
How does the interdisciplinary team support the weekend RN?
The RN collaborates with chaplains, social workers, and volunteers to address physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Is prior hospice experience required?
Hospice or home care experience is preferred. Candidates with acute care backgrounds who can practice independently in community settings are also considered.
What geographic area will I cover?
Travel is expected within the organization’s service region of Grand Rapids and surrounding West Michigan communities.
Is technology provided for documentation and communication?
Yes. Company-provided technology such as a laptop or iPad and phone supports field documentation and team communication.

Hospice Weekend RN in Grand Rapids, MI

This part-time Hospice Weekend RN role with Emmanuel Hospice in Grand Rapids, Michigan provides skilled nursing care for patients with life-limiting illnesses during Saturday and Sunday coverage. Responsibilities include completing nursing assessments, managing pain and symptoms, administering medications, educating families on comfort measures, documenting care, and coordinating with the interdisciplinary team of chaplains, social workers, and volunteers. Care is delivered in private homes and residential facilities across Grand Rapids and surrounding West Michigan communities. Candidates must hold an active Michigan RN license; hospice, home care, or acute care experience is preferred. Compensation is $36–$45 per hour and includes mileage reimbursement, a 403(b) plan with match, PTO and sick time, company-provided technology, and employee support resources. The schedule centers on weekend day shifts with every-weekend or alternate-weekend options plus on-call coverage. Emmanuel Hospice is a nonprofit interfaith organization founded in 2012 that offers person-centered end-of-life care and community grief support. The weekend structure places the RN in a direct clinical role that responds to patient and family needs outside regular weekday staffing hours.

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