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How do part-time nurses typically coordinate with full-time staff to ensure continuity of patient care?

Part-time nurses work closely with full-time nursing staff through comprehensive handover processes, regular team meetings, and effective communication using electronic health records. They are often assigned shifts that complement the core team, such as evenings, weekends, or peak periods. To ensure seamless care, part-time nurses must stay updated on patient care plans and hospital protocols, and are encouraged to participate in ongoing training. Collaboration and adaptability are key, as part-time nurses often cover a variety of units and patient needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a part time nurse?

To thrive as a Part Time Nurse, you need a solid background in nursing fundamentals, patient care, and a valid nursing license such as RN or LPN. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), medication dispensing systems, and basic medical equipment is important for efficient workflow. Strong communication, flexibility, and time management skills help part-time nurses adapt quickly and deliver quality care in diverse healthcare settings. These skills ensure that part-time nurses can provide consistent, safe care while integrating effectively into various teams and schedules.

What is the difference between Part Time Nurses vs Registered Nurses?

AspectPart Time NursesRegistered Nurses
CredentialsLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license, depending on roleRN license, BSN or diploma required
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, nursing homes, home careHospitals, clinics, community health, long-term care
Employment TypePart-time, flexible hoursFull-time or part-time, depending on position
Job ResponsibilitiesBasic patient care, monitoring, assisting with proceduresComprehensive patient care, assessments, care planning

Part Time Nurses typically work fewer hours and may have more flexible schedules compared to Registered Nurses, who often work full-time and have more advanced responsibilities. Both roles require nursing licensure, but RNs usually have higher qualifications and broader responsibilities.

What is a part time nurse?

Part time nurses are registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, or nurse practitioners who work fewer hours than a full-time schedule, typically less than 30-36 hours per week. They perform the same duties as full-time nurses, such as providing patient care, administering medications, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Part time nursing positions offer more flexible schedules, making them ideal for those balancing work with family, school, or other commitments. Despite working fewer hours, part time nurses must still meet the professional and licensing requirements of their role.

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Infographic showing various Part Time Nurses job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 64% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution.

VN Instructor - Part Time Evenings/Weekends

Unitek College Of Nursing

Bakersfield, CA • On-site

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Unitek Learning is a leading healthcare education organization focused on preparing the next generation of nurses and healthcare professionals. 

Through its family of institutions, including Unitek College of Nursing, Eagle Gate College, Provo College, Brookline College, and Unitek EMT, Unitek delivers career-focused education designed to help students build meaningful careers while addressing critical workforce needs across the healthcare industry. 

Through our Workforce Solutions segment, Unitek partners with hospitals and health systems to create sustainable talent pipelines and expand access to healthcare education through employer-based training and workforce development programs nationwide.

Job Description

We are looking for a Part Time Nursing Instructor for our LVN program.
This is a Part Time position, Evenings and Weekends are required.
No prior teaching experience is required!
Must have a minimum of 3 years of recent beside experience with a BSN, or a minimum of 6 years of recent beside experience with an LVN degree.

  • Make continuous efforts to improve quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing different and innovative methodologies / techniques in teaching
  • Demonstrate or willing to acquire skills for utilizing online activities as enhancers to course content/material during interactive teaching and learning
  • Assist with reviewing and revising of syllabus for specific course within the program and instructional guidelines
  • Submit required program reports and forms to Director of the program in a timely manner
  • Keep current with new technologies and safety regulations
  • Maintains student records of attendance, grades, and skills check-off forms and assist with program data collection that meet set due dates and deadlines
  • Assists with updating and maintaining student files as relates to clinical requirements, immunizations and educational requirements
  • Teach courses at a variety of times and locations in responds to program needs
  • Teaches both lecture content and clinical rotations (clinical rotations can be days, and/or evenings, on week days and/or weekends)
  • Participate in professional development; maintain CE hours to ensure renewed licensure, takes responsibility for staying current with college updates
  • Actively participates in committees as assigned, based on availability, taking into consideration teaching responsibilities as priority

Pay Range: $45-$60/hr DOE

Qualifications
  • Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse with current licensure in the state in which you are applying to teach. Minimum of 3 years of recent beside experience with a BSN, or a minimum of 6 years of recent beside experience with an LVN degree.
  • Able to meet the faculty requirements set by the Board of Vocational Nursing
  • Experience which demonstrates:  Current knowledge of nursing practice; ability to mentor students in classroom, lab and clinical settings; ability to work independently without close supervision; broad knowledge of nursing sciences; successful handling of day to day operations in the nursing lab; proficient, strong communications skills verbal and written; current knowledge/experience in clinical setting
  • Current immunizations and Basic Life Support Certification

Additional Information

We Offer (for Full Time):

  • Medical, Dental and Vision starting the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
  • 2 Weeks’ starting Vacation per year.  Increasing based on years of service with company
  • 12 paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holiday
  • 401K with a Company Match
  • Company Paid Life Insurance at 1x’s your annual salary
  • Leadership development and training for career advancement
  • Tuition assistance and Forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on program