Part time work- what kind?

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I did a search on the above subject which didn't produce any relevant information. I was wondering what kind of part-time work (if any) RN's on this board do (especially RNs who work 36 hours/week on inpatient units). I'm sure a lot of people work per-diem or supplemental on other inpatient units, but I'm trying to find part-time work that isn't as stressful (36 hours/week on my unit is enough for me :uhoh3:). If anyone has any ideas for (or experience with) part-time/per-diem work in settings OTHER than inpatient hospital units it would be greatly appreciated. Almost all of my background is in health care/EMS, but my employment experience/training has made me quite adept at customer service. Hence, any kind of related position in which customer service skills are involved would be a natural fit for me (although I'm definitely not good at selling stuff).

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If you've got good CS skills you might like phone triage. Try fonemed. Also, there are several services in our area that provide insurance screening, and they are always looking for per diem. hth.

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I've never felt the desire or need to work part time.

Are you bored on your days off? Or do you need the money? In other words why are you even looking for part time work?

Maybe you could find a part time job in a nursing area but one that is less stressful???? This might lead you to a full time position in an area you enjoy more than where you are now?

I work out patient surgery. It is fun, easy, low stress, no nights, weekends, holidays. We use part time staff.

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I've never felt the desire or need to work part time.

Are you bored on your days off? Or do you need the money? In other words why are you even looking for part time work?

Maybe you could find a part time job in a nursing area but one that is less stressful???? This might lead you to a full time position in an area you enjoy more than where you are now?

I work out patient surgery. It is fun, easy, low stress, no nights, weekends, holidays. We use part time staff.

I want to find a part-time/per-diem position primarily because I could use the extra money. I have a lot of student loan debt (not an unmanageable amount, but still significant) and would like to make extra money so I can afford to own a car (without burning all of the money in my primary paycheck). I'm getting kind of sick of taking public transit and cabs everywhere or getting rides from people. Car-sharing is cool, but it requires a lot of pre-planning. Nothing beats having your own car and being able to go wherever you want, when you want- especially since I'm into outdoor activities (most of which happen to be inaccessible by public transit). And if I could do more outdoor stuff on my days off I'd be happier.

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I would hazard a guess that a part time job within the nursing field would pay the most? But might end up being stressful? I would look around at part time nursing jobs just to see what is out their. Otherwise????? with the holidays coming up some department store??? Any job can be stressful???

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Flu shot clinics are starting to ramp up this time of year. Also some staffing agencies are contracting for health fair nurses and wellness clinics. Kind of a nice break from the world of inpatient care. My only advice if you're interested is to apply for lots of agencies so you have a lot of flexibility for picking your hours.

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When I asked this question to a friend of mine, he suggested I look at Concentra, a company that does employee health fairs. They use nurses on a per diem basis. You can also check Craigslist for freelance nursing opportunities... I know an LPN who stays pretty busy just on those leads.

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Specializes in Med/surg, rural CCU.

I took on a part time job doing home health because I was getting so many call offs at work. I've found it near impossible to juggle the schedules/time off, and holiday requirements. I love the part time job- but tonight is my last official night. (though agreed to stay on staff to be called to cover sick calls)

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Specializes in Emergency Medicine.

It's soon becoming flu season.

Immunizations are a good way to make extra bank...

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Private duty nursing. I guess there are some "tweeners" out there who need help w/ their elderly parents essentially "sitting" and doing light-duty housework.

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