How to apply for PRN or per dium with new job

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I am making up resumes and cover letters to find my first nursing job..... I am at a stumbling block. I want to work PRN but am unsure how to approach it. Do I put PRN or per dium position on my resume or simply apply for a position and then discuss working PRN?

I know I will have to work full time during my preceptorship/orientation but want to make my own schedule after that beings that I will still be taking classes to get my associates. Do employers generally like when nurses request PRN or do they look down on it? i.e. is it something that may hinder me from getting hired?

Thanks!

Chelle

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You can always state your goal is a PRN position.Or , simply apply for open PRN/perdiem positions that are actually listed, with the understanding that orientation will have to be fulltime until you are trained.

Good luck!!!!!

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That is what I was wondering, under my Objective on my resume I have: LPN position in medical/surgical department that will......" Should I state "PRN LPN position in medical/surgical department...." I am wondering if applying for PRN will help or hurt my chances of getting hired?

Chelle

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Is there a PRN position open? What are you applying for?

some places, you have to actually have a position number (specific job) to apply for.

Just curious.

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No, there is not a specific position open, I am just applying ahead of time to local hospitals and nursing homes before I graduate. I would like to have a job lined up before I graduate.

chelle

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ok do you have a specific unit in mind? have you considered applying for a float pool position?

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Most places will not consider a new graduate for a prn/per diem position. A minimum of one year experience requirement is the norm.

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Most places will not consider a new graduate for a prn/per diem position. A minimum of one year experience requirement is the norm.

I did not know that, I gues that is something to consider. I really had my heart set on workign PRN and making my own schedule.

Chelle

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