RN - Weekend Warrior

Baylor Program – Weekend Warrior RN Program Overview

The Baylor Program is designed to provide consistent, high-quality weekend coverage by offering Registered Nurses (RNs) the opportunity to work extended weekend shifts while receiving enhanced compensation and/or benefits.

Weekend Warrior Registered Nurse (RN) – Baylor Program

• Required to work every weekend (Saturday & Sunday)
• Standard Baylor schedule options:
  • Option 1:
    Two 16-hour shifts (32 hours total)
  • Option 2:
    Three 12-hour shifts (Friday, Saturday, Sunday = 36 hours)
• Must work all scheduled weekend shifts to qualify for Baylor incentives
• Limited flexibility for weekends off (e.g., 1 per quarter) with prior approval

• Paid for full-time equivalent hours (36–40 hours) while working fewer actual hours (based on schedule structure)
• Includes:
  • Base hourly rate
  • Baylor premium differential (higher rate for weekend commitment)

• Eligible for full-time benefits if working Baylor-qualified schedule:
  • Health, dental, vision insurance
  • PTO accrual (may be prorated or structured differently)
  • 401(k) eligibility
• Holiday pay policies apply per facility guidelines

• Strict attendance policy due to critical weekend staffing needs
• Call-offs may result in:
  • Loss of Baylor premium for that pay period
  • Progressive discipline if patterns develop
• Tardiness and early departures are monitored closely

• Provide skilled nursing care in accordance with:
  • Physician orders
  • Care plans
  • Ohio nursing standards
• Supervise LPNs/STNAs
• Complete documentation in EMR accurately and timely
• Respond to changes in resident condition
• Participate in weekend clinical leadership as needed

• Must hold a current, active RN license in the State of Ohio
• License must be in good standing with the Ohio Board of Nursing
• CPR certification required
• Prior long-term care/SNF experience preferred

• Baylor status is contingent upon consistent weekend availability
• Employees transferring out of Baylor must provide:
  • Minimum 2–4 weeks notice
  • Approval based on staffing needs
• Facility reserves the right to modify or discontinue the program based on operational needs

• Reliable and committed to weekend coverage
• Strong clinical and leadership skills
• Comfortable working with minimal supervision
• Team-oriented with a focus on resident-centered care