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Owensboro Health

Graduate Nurse

Owensboro, KY · On-site

Variable | Weekend Requirements: As Needed | 0.9 FTE Job Summary: Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a nurse. Works collaboratively with the care team. Job Responsibilities:

Owensboro Health

Graduate Nurse

Greenville, KY · On-site

Variable | Weekend Requirements: As Needed | 0.9 FTE Job Summary: Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a nurse. Works collaboratively with the care team. Job Responsibilities:

Owensboro Health

Graduate Nurse

Kuttawa, KY · On-site

Variable | Weekend Requirements: As Needed | 0.9 FTE Job Summary: Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a nurse. Works collaboratively with the care team. Job Responsibilities:

Owensboro Health

Graduate Nurse

Greenville, KY · On-site

Variable | Weekend Requirements: As Needed | 0.9 FTE Job Summary: Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a nurse. Works collaboratively with the care team. Job Responsibilities:

Owensborohealth

Graduate Nurse

Owensboro, KY

Variable | Weekend Requirements: As Needed | 0.9 FTE Job Summary: Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a nurse. Works collaboratively with the care team. Job Responsibilities:

Owensboro Health

Graduate Nurse

Owensboro, KY · On-site

Variable | Weekend Requirements: As Needed | 0.9 FTE Job Summary: Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a nurse. Works collaboratively with the care team. Job Responsibilities:

UNMHSCHS

GRADUATE NURSE INPATIENT

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials Compensation ... Graduate Nurses (GNs) must have applied for or obtained authorization to take the NCLEX and secure ...

SSM Health

Graduate Nurse Orthopedics

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

Louis, MO Schedule: Full time, 7a-7p varying nights with every 3rd weekend, holiday requirement, no on call requirement Eligibility: • Graduate of an accredited nursing program • Eligible to ...

LifePoint Health

Graduate Nurse (GN)

Johnstown, PA · On-site

Graduate Nurse (GN) Job Type: Full-time | Variable 12-hour shifts and rotate every other weekend and major holidays Up to $20,000 bonus for eligible candidates Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is ...

SSM Health

Graduate Nurse Stepdown

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

Louis, MO Schedule: Full time, 7a-7p varying nights with every 3rd weekend, holiday requirement, no on call requirement Eligibility: • Graduate of an accredited nursing program • Eligible to ...

Lifepoint Health

Graduate Nurse (GN)

Johnstown, PA · On-site

Graduate Nurse (GN) Job Type: Full-time | Variable 12-hour shifts and rotate every other weekend and major holidays Up to $20,000 bonus for eligible candidates Your experience matters Conemaugh ...

SSM Health

Graduate Nurse Oncology

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

Louis, MO Schedule: Full time, 7a-7p varying days with every 3rd weekend, holiday requirement, no on call requirement Eligibility: • Graduate of an accredited nursing program • Eligible to ...

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How much do weekend graduate nurse jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend graduate nurse in the United States is $38.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.57 and $43.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Graduate Nurse vs Weekend Registered Nurse?

AspectWeekend Graduate NurseWeekend Registered Nurse
CredentialsGraduated from nursing program, may have provisional licenseLicensed RN with full licensure
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilities during weekendsSame as Weekend Graduate Nurse, with full responsibilities
Employer & IndustryHospitals, clinics, healthcare providersSame as Weekend Graduate Nurse, with more autonomy
Common Search IntentUnderstanding entry-level weekend nursing rolesClarifying responsibilities of licensed weekend nurses

The main difference is that a Weekend Graduate Nurse is a recent graduate with a provisional or student license, while a Weekend Registered Nurse holds full licensure and can perform all nursing duties independently. Both roles work during weekends in healthcare settings, but the Registered Nurse has completed licensing requirements and has more responsibilities.

Do you have to work weekends as a new graduate nurse?

Weekend graduate nurses are often required to work weekends as part of their initial schedule, especially in hospital settings that operate 24/7. Shifts may include weekends, nights, and holidays, and scheduling depends on the employer and unit needs. Flexibility and the ability to work varied hours are important for new graduate nurses entering the workforce.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Graduate Nurse job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 23% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,321 per year, or $38.6 per hour.

Graduate Nurse

Owensboro Health

Owensboro, KY • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Owensboro Health rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 47 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

459th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Entity: Owensboro Health System | Department: HR Recruitment | Work Hours: Variable | Weekend Requirements: As Needed | 0.9 FTE
Job Summary:
Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a nurse. Works collaboratively with the care team.
Job Responsibilities:
  • Greets and orients new patients to the hospital environment. Orients patient to room and unit routines.
  • Fosters patient engagement by involving the patient and/or significant others in handoff.
  • Creates positive patient experience by focusing on what matters most to the patient and visitor/s.
  • Proactively meets patient needs and assures a safe environment through intentional rounding.
  • Provides ongoing communication through regular updates to the patient-room care board.
  • Promotes a Culture of Safety by mindfully integrating Error Prevention tools into daily routines.
  • Contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for review by a nurse.
  • Documents patient progress toward goals and ensures documentation is accurate, complete, specific, and timely.
  • Assists nursing staff to identify physical, psychosocial, age-specific, and cultural considerations of each patient.
  • Works with the nursing staff to provide personal care according to organizational standards and policies.
  • Reports abnormal findings.
  • May monitor tube system and handle medication in accordance with medication safe handling practice.
  • May update diet orders and verifies tray deliveries meet diet requirements.
  • May electronically transfer patients in and out of the unit including facilitation of direct admit process, completion of discharge in electronic medial record (EMR), assembling paper-lite chart, and assisting with patient bed placement.
  • May arrange for patient transport services.
  • May enter work orders and obtain supplies from materials.
  • May enter staff assignments into Responder 5 System and verify staff have logged in and out of the system.

Skills and Attributes:
  • Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
  • Works under minimal supervision.
  • Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Position Requirements:
Work Experience
  • No experience required

Education
  • High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher preferred

Licensure/Certification/Registration
  • BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position

Organizational Responsibilities:
  • Supports Owensboro Health's Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.

Additional Job Information:
  • This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description.
  • The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.

Standard ADA Settings:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands: (Clinical-Hospital)
Standing: 75%
Walking: 75%
Sitting: 50
Lifting 0-25 lbs: 75%
Lifting 25-75 lbs: 25%
Lifting over 75 lbs: 25%
Carrying 0-25 lbs: 75%
Carrying 2575 lbs: 25%
Carrying over 75 lbs: 25%
Pushing/Plling 0-25 lbs: 75%
Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: 75%
Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: 75%
Climbing: 50%
Bending/Stooping: 75%
Kneeling: 50%
Crouching/Crawling: 50%
Reaching: 75%
Talking: 75%
Hearing: 75%
Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: 25%
Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: 75%
Keyboard Data Entry: 75%
Running: 50%
Vision: Depth Perception: 75%
Vision: Distinguish Color: 75%
Vision: Seeing Far: 75%
Vision: Seeing Near: 75%
Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure:
Risk Level: High-Risk
Owensboro Health Core Commitments
INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.

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