question about per diem

U.S.A. New Jersey

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Hi,

I am a new grad. I recently interviewed at a LTC and today they called and offered me perdiem work every sat. I was under the impression that with perdiem work you don't have a set schedule. Do you think that i heard incorrectly and its as needed? I am supposed to meet with them this week and i am not sure....any info appreciated. Thanks!

Specializes in Critical Care Hopeful.

Per diem is more about not having benefits and working less than full time hours than whether or not you have a set schedule. I know a few people who have that per diem designation and have a set schedule. With most hospitals they reserve the term part time as someone who works less than full time but has benefits, unlike a per diem who does not get them. Sometimes per diems will make more per hour because of this.

Thank you for the info:)

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