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How much do weekend program nurse jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for weekend program nurse in Ohio is $85,310.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,500.00 and $93,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Program Nurse vs Part-Time Registered Nurse?

AspectWeekend Program NursePart-Time Registered Nurse
CredentialsRN license, possibly specialized certificationsRN license, possibly specialized certifications
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, community health settings, primarily weekend shiftsHospitals, clinics, home health, flexible hours including weekends
Employer & IndustryHealthcare facilities offering weekend programsVarious healthcare settings, flexible scheduling
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding weekend-specific nursing rolesFinding flexible or part-time nursing opportunities

The Weekend Program Nurse typically works in healthcare settings during weekends, focusing on specific programs or shifts. Part-Time Registered Nurses may work flexible hours, including weekends, across various healthcare environments. Both roles require RN licensure and may involve similar responsibilities, but the Weekend Program Nurse is often tied to designated weekend shifts within a structured program, whereas Part-Time RNs have more scheduling flexibility.

What are the main challenges faced by Weekend Program Nurses and how can they effectively manage them?

Weekend Program Nurses often encounter challenges such as managing higher patient volumes with limited support staff, adapting to variable patient needs, and coordinating care across shifts. Effective time management, strong communication skills, and adaptability are essential to ensure continuity of care. Building strong relationships with both weekday and weekend teams can also help in bridging information gaps and maintaining consistent patient outcomes.

What are Weekend Program Nurses?

Weekend Program Nurses are registered nurses who work primarily on weekends, often as part of a special staffing program designed to cover shifts during high-need periods. These nurses may work longer shifts, such as 12 or 16 hours, on Saturdays and Sundays, sometimes in exchange for higher pay or benefits. Their responsibilities include providing patient care, administering medications, and collaborating with the healthcare team, just like nurses working regular weekday shifts. Weekend Program Nurses play a critical role in ensuring continuous, high-quality care for patients when regular staff may be limited.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Weekend Program Nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Program Nurse, you need a valid nursing license (RN or LPN), strong clinical assessment skills, and experience in acute or long-term care settings. Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMRs), medication administration systems, and facility-specific protocols is often required. Exceptional time management, autonomy, and communication abilities help nurses excel during weekend shifts when support may be limited. These skills ensure high-quality patient care and smooth operations during off-peak hours when resources and staff may be reduced.
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Infographic showing various Weekend Program Nurse job openings in Ohio as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,310 per year, or $41 per hour.
Registered Nurse Step Down Weekender (RN)

Registered Nurse Step Down Weekender (RN)

University Hospitals

Westlake, OH

$4.0K/wk

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

University Hospitals rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 613 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

295th of 877 rated healthcare providers

Job description

A Brief Overview

The CV Stepdown Unit is a 20 private bed unit that focuses on providing care for patients that are Cardiac, vascular and all other intermediate level of care patients, such as respiratory, neurology, and sepsis.

Click HERE to learn more about the Step Down Unit!

What We Offer:

  • Up to $4000 offered in Sign on Bonuses
  • Competitive salary, medical/dental/vision benefits, paid time off, flexible work schedules, and retirement plans

 Join us and help us live our mission: To Heal, To Teach, To Discover.

  Weekender Program - Salary and Schedule Overview
  Individuals hired into a  Weekender position are required to work two (2) 12-hour shifts between   7:00 PM   Friday and 7:00 AM Monday. In return for this commitment,  Weekenders will be   compensated at 1.5 times their regular hourly rate for these shifts.
 

Provides safe efficient age specific nursing care to patients/families using the nursing process in order to assist them to attain, maintain, regain, and sustain optimal health status.

What You Will Do
 

  • Implements the nursing process by delivering effective relationship based nursing care.
  • Demonstrates technical skills in care delivery that result in safe practice and positive care outcomes.
  • Demonstrates clear communication and effective collaboration to optimize patient care and clinical operations.
  • Develops self and contributes to the professional practice of nursing.
  • Displays leadership that influences optimal clinical and operational outcomes.

Additional Responsibilities
 

  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.
  • For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
  • Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Education
  • (BSN) Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Required) or
  • (MN) Master in Nursing (Required)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
  • Knowledge of nursing process and practice. (Required proficiency)
  • Uses a wide variety of technical equipment to meet patient needs and prescribed clinical therapies (ie. stethoscopes, thermometers, sphygmomanometers and electronic monitoring devices. (Required proficiency)
Licenses and Certifications
  • Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and/or Multi State Compact License (Required Upon Hire) and
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required Upon Hire)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) May be required based on the clinical care standards of the unit. Refer to ACLS/PALS Unit Requirements document found on DWP Nursing Portal to determine requirements by unit.
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) May be required based on the clinical care standards of the unit. Refer to ACLS/PALS Unit Requirements document found on DWP Nursing Portal to determine requirements by unit.
Physical Demands
  • Standing Frequently
  • Walking Frequently
  • Sitting Rarely
  • Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs
  • Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs
  • Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs
  • Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs
  • Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs
  • Balancing Occasionally
  • Stooping Frequently
  • Kneeling Frequently
  • Crouching Frequently
  • Crawling Occasionally
  • Reaching Frequently
  • Handling Frequently
  • Grasping Frequently
  • Feeling Constantly
  • Talking Constantly
  • Hearing Constantly
  • Repetitive Motions Constantly
  • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly
Travel Requirements
  • 10%

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For more than 155 years, University Hospitals has been on a mission to heal, teach and discover. As a renowned academic medical center and community hospital network, we’ve expanded across Northeast Ohio to deliver what matters most to our patients: personalized, compassionate care; medical discovery and breakthroughs; and high-quality, affordable care close to home.

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Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Cleveland, OH, US

Year founded

1866

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