Why per diem RN jobs are perfect for ambitious nurses

Have you delayed or are you currently delaying the start of your per diem travel nursing career? 

Or perhaps you need an agency that is more attuned to your career ambitions and needs?  

Advantage Medical Professionals is one of the leading per diem travel nursing agencies for ambitious nurses and medical facilities, through securing outstanding assignments for our candidates and top travel nurse talent for our network of healthcare facilities.  

We’re here to help you start your per diem agency nursing journey and secure the best per diem RN jobs. 

But first, why per diem nursing? 

Why Choose Per Diem Nursing? 

Many are drawn to per diem nursing due to:  

• Greater flexibility 

• Excellent pay and benefits  

• Varied environments and more opportunities for networking 

• More opportunities for career progression 

The term "per diem" translates to "per day,” hence these roles are filled on a short-term basis. This makes per diem nursing assignments ideal for nurses who prefer (or need) more flexibility around when they work and a better work/life balance.  

Equally, due to the short-term nature of these roles, the need for them is often urgent. This is often due to staffing shortages. This means facilities are often willing to pay higher hourly wages to attract experienced nurses at short notice. So, you can often earn more per hour in per diem positions than in staff nursing, making per diem agency nursing a highly financially rewarding career path. 

What do Per Diem Nursing Agencies do? 

To find quality per diem nursing jobs, partnering with the best per diem nurse agency to suit your goals is essential. The best agencies act as a bridge between their per diem nursing candidates and potential employers, making it easier to find the perfect assignments for candidates that match their skills and preferences. 

Top per diem nursing agencies leverage their extensive networks within the healthcare industry, meaning they (and their candidates) get access to the most in-demand jobs first. This doesn’t just include hospitals either, as we also recruit on behalf of outpatient clinics, long-term care facilities, or other specialist healthcare settings. 

 How to pick the right Per Diem Nursing Agency 

Here are some key things to consider when selecting your per diem nursing agency: 

 Agencies that have a good reputation and extensive experience 

Agencies that are highly rated and have many years of experience are far more likely to have stronger and more established relationships with healthcare facilities. Take Advantage Medical Professionals, for example, as we have over 40 years of experience and are rated 5 stars by our candidates. 

 Agencies that provide ongoing support 

Your per diem nursing journey is continuous as you take on various short-term placements over a period of time. The best per diem nursing agencies will offer continuous advice and support to their candidates, as well as make themselves available to address any concerns or issues that arise during your assignments.  

We don't just reach out to our placed candidates when it’s time to assign them a new assignment; we stay in touch to ensure our candidates are happy with their assignments and are adequately supported. 

 Agencies that offer competitive compensation and benefits 

By partnering with an experienced and knowledgeable per diem nursing agency, like Advantage Medical Professionals, you'll get access to highly paid job opportunities that may otherwise have been unavailable to you, as well as other numerous industry-leading benefits. Per diem agency nursing jobs are generally higher paid than staffing roles, but there are variations across agencies. So, it’s vital to opt for an agency you trust and that advocates for you.  

 If you're looking for per diem RN jobs, look no further. 

Get in touch today to make your per diem nursing career goals a reality.