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Registered Nurse (RN) / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Per Diem / PRN Long Term Care

Nextaff of Santa Monica
Rapids, IA Per Diem
POSTED ON 10/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/23/2027

RN / LPN Per Diem Nursing – Flexible Shifts

NEXTAFF is hiring experienced Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for flexible per-diem/PRN opportunities in Cedar Rapids and surrounding Eastern Iowa communities.

This is a great fit for nurses who already work full time and want to earn additional income, as well as nurses who prefer the flexibility of picking up available shifts without committing to another full-time schedule.

RN Pay: $45–$48/hour
LPN Pay: $33–$35/hour
Pay varies by facility, shift, location and assignment.

Available shifts may include day, evening, night and weekend 8-hour shifts in skilled nursing and long-term care settings.

Requirements

  • Active Iowa RN or LPN license, or qualifying Nurse Licensure Compact license
  • Minimum 1 year of long-term care / skilled nursing experience
  • Current BLS certification
  • Current TB screening dated within the last 12 months
  • Current physical dated within the last 12 months
  • License in good standing
  • Reliable transportation
  • Ability to complete required facility credentialing
  • Dependable attendance once a shift is accepted

What You’ll Do

  • Provide safe nursing care within your RN or LPN scope of practice
  • Administer medications and treatments
  • Monitor residents and report changes in condition
  • Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation
  • Communicate with providers, facility staff and residents/families as appropriate
  • Supervise and delegate to nursing support staff when appropriate
  • Follow facility, infection-control and safety policies

Why Per Diem With NEXTAFF?

  • Pick up available shifts that fit around your existing schedule
  • Day, evening, night and weekend opportunities
  • Multiple Eastern Iowa locations
  • Great option for earning additional income without adding another full-time commitment
  • Opportunities may vary by facility and availability

Already working full time? That’s fine. Even if you only want a few additional shifts each month, we want to hear from you.

Apply today with your current resume and best phone number. Qualified applicants will be contacted regarding current assignments and credentialing.

NEXTAFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay: $45.00 - $48.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

Salary : $33 - $35

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