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Weekend Registered Nurse in Alto, IL

Job Description

Make Every Weekend Matter – Join Us as a Weekend Registered Nurse!

If you're a compassionate clinician eager to make a significant impact with your work, this Weekend Registered Nurse opportunity is perfect for you. At Northern Illinois Hospice, you will provide comfort, clarity, and dignity to patients and families while working with a supportive, mission-driven team dedicated to exceptional care since 1979.

Why Choose Northern Illinois Hospice?

More than just a workplace, we foster a community with a warm and supportive culture deeply rooted in purpose. As the region's first hospice provider, we are committed to exceptional care, teamwork, and honoring each individual's journey with respect and heart. Here, you will feel valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow both personally and professionally.

A Day in the Life

As a Weekend Registered Nurse, you will be a reassuring presence for families in need. Each weekend, you will visit patients, provide skilled hospice care, guide families through their concerns, and respond to urgent needs with calmness and assurance. You will work closely with our interdisciplinary hospice team to ensure that each patient's care plan is clear, updated, and personalized. Whether you are making home visits, responding to triage calls, or supporting a family in challenging times, your role as a Weekend RN will have profound significance.

Your Responsibilities
• Deliver compassionate hospice nursing care, education, and interventions.
• Manage all patient care needs during your shift, including assessment, planning, and documentation.
• Respond to medical or emotional crises with professionalism and warmth.
• Make home visits to provide direct hospice care.
• Conduct follow-up calls after triage for clarity and support.
• Adhere to Northern Illinois Hospice on-call protocols.

Work Schedule

Weekend Registered Nurse schedule: Every weekend, Saturday & Sunday, 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM. Three 12-hour shifts may be arranged for full-time status.

Qualifications
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.
• Active Illinois Registered Nurse license.
• At least 1 year of medical/surgical, oncology, or hospice experience (2 years RN preferred).
• CHPN certification preferred (or obtained within 2 years).
• CPR certification within three months.
• Must reside locally within a 30-minute on-call response time.

Compensation

Weekend Registered Nurse pay ranges from $37.00 to $52.00/hour, based on experience, education, skills, and internal equity. Comprehensive benefits include a 401(k) with company match (Roth & Traditional) and a total rewards package.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're a Weekend Registered Nurse looking for meaningful hospice work where your compassion can truly shine, we would love to hear from you. Apply now—our fast and simple application process takes just minutes!

Northern Illinois Hospice is an equal opportunity, drug-free workplace.
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Job Details

Medical Speciality

Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Employment Type

Part-time

Required License

RN (Registered Nurse)

Years of Experience

Intermediate

Shifts

12 hour shiftWeekends only

Work Setting

In-personHospital

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About Northern Illinois Hospice

Northern Illinois Hospice is a leading provider of end-of-life care, committed to delivering high-quality services to terminally ill individuals and their families. With over 40 years of experience since its founding in 1979, the organization has established itself as a trusted and compassionate partner, prioritizing the needs of its patients and their loved ones.