To thrive as a Teen PRN RN (Per Diem Registered Nurse specializing in adolescent care), you need a current RN license, a solid grounding in pediatric or adolescent nursing, and strong clinical assessment skills. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), adolescent behavioral assessment tools, and routine medical equipment is typically required. Exceptional listening, rapport-building, and crisis management skills set standout candidates apart in these roles. These skills are crucial to provide effective, compassionate care and ensure the safety and wellbeing of teenage patients in a flexible, per diem setting.