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Crescent Manor

Weekend RN Supervisor

Bennington, VT · On-site

$50/hr

Per Diem Weekend RN Night Supervisor (Sat/Sun night shift) - $50 per hour! - Access earned wages prior to payday!!! $2.00 Shift Differential! Crescent Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, located ...

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Per Diem Registered Nurse

Mcallen, TX · On-site

$46.25 - $53.75/hr

Per Diem RN - General -- Per Diem / PRN Per Diem Contract | McAllen, TX 78501 | Multiple Shifts Available LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY Job Title Per Diem RN - General Employment Per Diem / PRN Location ...

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How much do per diem weekend rn jobs pay per week?

As of Jul 8, 2026, the average weekly pay for per diem weekend rn in the United States is $2,323.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,903.85 and $2,701.92 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical scheduling expectations and flexibility for a Per Diem Weekend RN?

Per Diem Weekend RNs are generally scheduled to work on weekends, but shifts and hours can vary based on the needs of the facility and staffing levels. While these roles offer greater flexibility compared to full-time positions, you may be asked to cover different shifts (day, evening, or night) or fill in at short notice. It's important to communicate your availability clearly and be prepared for varying workloads. Many employers value reliability and adaptability in Per Diem staff, and consistently picking up shifts can lead to more opportunities or preferred scheduling in the future.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Per Diem Weekend RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Per Diem Weekend RN, you need a current RN license, strong clinical assessment abilities, and adaptability to various care settings. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), medication administration systems, and common medical equipment is expected. Excellent time management, communication, and the ability to quickly build rapport with patients and new teams are essential soft skills. These skills ensure safe, high-quality patient care and smooth integration into different shifts and healthcare environments on weekends.

What is a Per Diem Weekend RN?

A Per Diem Weekend RN is a registered nurse who works on an as-needed basis, typically covering weekend shifts. Unlike full-time or part-time staff, per diem nurses do not have a set schedule and may work varying hours depending on the healthcare facility's needs. This position offers flexibility and often includes higher hourly pay to compensate for the lack of benefits and irregular hours. Per diem weekend RNs are essential for filling staffing gaps, especially during busy or understaffed periods. They must meet the same licensing and credential requirements as regular RNs.
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Infographic showing various Per Diem Weekend Rn job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% Locum Tenens, 23% As Needed, 36% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 15% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $120,828 per year, or $58.1 per hour.
Per Diem Weekend Nurse

Per Diem Weekend Nurse

Good Shepherd Community Care

Newton, MA • On-site

Other

Retirement

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Per Diem Weekend Nurse

Main Office - Newton, MA

Description

Per Diem Weekend Nurse

Named by The Boston Globe as one of the Top Places to Work in Massachusetts for the last four years, our community-based, mission-driven hospice and palliative care organization seeks a Per Diem Weekend Nurse to join its expanding On-Call team. The position includes weekend availability. Travel is required for this position. Care is provided in patient's private homes and residential facilities throughout Greater Boston and parts of Metrowest. The ideal candidate is well-organized and enthusiastic about working in a fast-paced environment.

Job Description

The Per Diem Weekend Nurse is an integral part of an interdisciplinary hospice team responsible for caring for patients at the end of life. Makes home and hospital visits, provides information sessions, evaluates new patients, facilitates admissions to hospice services and coordinates care planning. Employs triage and assessment skills to titrate medications and manage symptoms appropriately and provides education to patients and families about terminal disease and end-of-life process. Communicates with an interdisciplinary hospice team about changes in patients' needs, and outcomes of interventions.

Education, Skills and Experience:
  • Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Massachusetts, Bachelors preferred
  • 2 years of nursing experience and at least 1 year of hospice or equivalent nursing experience
  • Sensitivity to and knowledgeable about end-of-life issues
  • Comfortable working with socioculturally diverse patients/families
  • Demonstrates ability to manage pain and control symptoms
  • Demonstrates flexibility and multitasking abilities
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Adaptable to frequently changing patient needs
  • Proficient with electronic documentation
  • Comfortable using mobile technologies
Good Shepherd Benefits
  • Competitive rate
  • Earned Sick Time
  • 403(b) with company match eligibility
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Partnership with Regis College for reduced tuition rates

Pay Range:

Per visit rates

Industry:

Healthcare

Employment Type:

Per Diem - variable hours based on employer needs

About Us:

Good Shepherd Community Care is one of the most trusted health care organizations in Greater Boston focusing on hospice and palliative care. Founded as Hospice of the Good Shepherd in 1978, we are the original Massachusetts hospice. After decades of caring for our community, we continue to remain an independent, not-for-profit, non-sectarian organization. We believe in the importance of mutual respect and acceptance and value diversity in our patients, families and caregivers, employees, volunteers, community, and partner organizations. We are committed to these values and honor the dignity of each individual through the care, support and education we provide. Our team members benefit from a collaborative work environment in a welcoming office, easily accessible to I-95, with on-site parking in Newton.

Good Shepherd Community Care does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex stereotyping, marital status, pregnancy, religion or age in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs, services and activities.

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