The Benefits of Working Per Diem

The Benefits of Working Per Diem

I think we all can agree that the world and the healthcare community has gone a bit cray cray.

Nursing as we knew it, has evolved into an organization that is barely recognizable. Literally, I mean, with all of these masks and other PPE, I don’t even know what people look like anymore. You may have never seen your coworker’s face until you caught them in the break room for lunch. Big surprise! Mark has a mustache. 

All in all, things are very different.

People are coming and going. Travel nursing is hotter than it’s ever been. That’s a great thing and I’ll tell you why in another post. Though it is a great opportunity to become a travel nurse, it is not a good fit for everyone’s life and circumstances. Guess what? That’s a great thing too! We all have different, talents, skills, and circumstances that  fit different skill sets and specialties. 

One thing we all should have, however, it the opportunity to earn more, save more, and have the flexibility to make decisions in our careers. That’s where Per Diem nursing comes in.

What is Per Diem?

Per Diem literally means, “by the day”

This type of nursing is different that PRN “as needed” in that there is no set amount of days that you specifically are “needed”. Per diem varies from day to day and week to week; these shifts are perfect for the people who want to stay local and have more career autonomy.  There are many reasons why it’s a great option, but here a few that might be applicable to you:

Choose your own schedule.

Burnout is real. We all understand that. Some people prefer to not work the same schedule from week to week. Working per diem not only gives you the break you need from a full-time schedule, but it also allows you to choose exactly when and where you want to work.  You can work once a week or once a month! You get to decide! That’s what I call working on your own terms! 

Work in Various Facilities

This is for those people who need to “keep it fresh”. Working with Per Diem local agencies gives you access to multiple facilities within a specific area. This is a great opportunity to broaden your work experience, change up your work environment, and keep a fresh perspective for the days you choose to work. 

Get paid faster

Need fast cash? Most per diem opportunities come from agencies that pay anywhere from weekly to the very next day after you work! This is perfect for those unplanned expenses or emergencies.

Earn More Money

You work hard. You deserve to be compensated fairly for that hard work! Per diem shifts pay premium prices given the nature of their purpose (to fill a gap in the schedule). They need you, so they’ll pay for it. We all want extra money; whether its for saving, investing, or spending purposes, per diem opportunities are one of the best ways to stack up your coins! Check out these available per diem shifts