Hospice Weekend Supervisor

Job DetailsJob Location: Ida Emmerson Hospice House - Eureka, CA 95503Position Type: Full Time or Part-Time optionEducation Level: Nursing degree (ASN or BSN)Salary Range: $56.58 - $69.16 HourlyJob Shift: DayPosition Overview

The Hospice Weekend Supervisor is responsible for overseeing nursing operations across Homecare and Inpatient Hospice (IEHH/Hospice House) during weekend hours. This role ensures high-quality, patient-centered care through effective coordination of services, staffing oversight, and clinical leadership. The Weekend Supervisor serves as a key resource for clinical staff, supports admissions, and facilitates continuity of care. This position also provides direct supervision to Hospice House Aides.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Oversight

Provide clinical oversight for hospice services in both Homecare and Hospice House settings during weekends
Serve as the primary clinical resource for nursing staff, addressing complex patient care needs and concerns
Ensure delivery of compassionate, high-quality, and compliant hospice care

Staffing & Operations

Coordinate and manage weekend staffing to ensure adequate coverage across all service areas
Make real-time staffing adjustments in response to patient needs and census changes
Support team communication and maintain operational continuity across shifts

Admissions & Coordination of Care

Oversee and/or assist with weekend hospice admissions, ensuring timely and appropriate patient placement
Collaborate with providers, intake staff, and interdisciplinary team members to facilitate seamless transitions into care
Promote coordination across disciplines to ensure individualized care plans are implemented and updated

Supervision of Hospice House Aides

Provide direct supervision, guidance, and support to Hospice House Aides
Oversee the Hospice House Aide hiring in conjunction with the IEHH Clinical Administrator and Human Resources
Monitor performance, ensure adherence to care standards, and provide feedback as needed
Serve as a resource for training and reinforcing best practices
Collaborate with the IEHH Clinical Administrator and Director of Patient Care Services to ensure consistent supervisory practices.

Quality & Compliance

Ensure compliance with hospice regulations, policies, and standards of care
Promote patient safety and quality improvement initiatives
Support documentation accuracy and timely completion of clinical records

Provides direct patient care in times of high acuity or due to staffing gaps.
QualificationsMinimum Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Current California RN license.
At least three (3) years of experience as a professional nurse.
Strong clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and make decisions in a fast-paced environment
Experience working effectively with an interdisciplinary team
Valid driver’s license, proof of acceptable automobile insurance coverage, and reliable transportation.
Excellent computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior nursing management/leadership experience.
BSN or MSN degree
At least one (1) year of hospice or palliative care experience.
CHPN certification.

Schedule Requirements

Regular Saturdays and Sundays
Flexibility to support operational needs outside of scheduled shifts