Per Diem Information

‘Per diem’ is Latin for ‘per day’ or ‘for each day.’ In nursing, per diem refers to nurses who are not on the regular staff but are hired to work on a day-to-day basis as needed by the hospital or facility.

The primary difference lies in scheduling and commitments. Per diem nurses work as needed, with no set schedule, allowing for greater flexibility. Full-time nurses, on the other hand, have a fixed schedule and work a set number of hours per week.

You must be a licensed Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), or Certified Aide, and have specialized training, education, and experience in acute care clinical areas. Additional certifications may be necessary depending on the specialty area.

Per diem nurses can work in a variety of healthcare settings, including but not limited to, Intensive Care, Medical/Surgical, Telemetry Units, and Long Term Acute Care (LTAC) Hospitals.

Pay for per diem nurses is often higher than that of regular staff nurses, to compensate for the lack of guaranteed hours and benefits. The exact pay rate depends on various factors, such as the specialty area, geographical location, and individual experience and qualifications.

Simply visit our “Access per diem jobs” page, browse through the available jobs, and apply directly online. Our dedicated team will review your application and contact you for further steps.

Yes, one of the advantages of per diem nursing is the ability to work at various healthcare facilities, gaining diverse experience in different settings and with different patient populations.

If you have more questions or require additional information, feel free to reach out to us through our ‘Contact us’ page. Our dedicated team is here to assist you and provide all the information you need.

At GoMed Healthcare, we strive to ensure our per diem nurses feel supported and valued. We offer a variety of support mechanisms, including access to continuous training and development, a supportive work environment, and a responsive team to assist you whenever needed.

Per diem nursing offers numerous benefits, including flexibility in scheduling, higher pay rates, the ability to choose your preferred specialty, and the opportunity to gain diverse experiences across different healthcare settings.