Compensation Glossary
Welcome to ERI SalaryExpert's compensation glossary, your resource for commonly used terms, formulas, and phrases related to compensation.
Weekender
Weekenders are typically found in health care environments. These are usually nurses (but may be other health care professionals) that work two 12-hour shifts over a weekend. Weekenders typically do not receive benefits but are paid at the regular base rate plus a substantial premium of 50% or more of base rate.
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