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Virtual Per Diem Nurse Jobs in Rio Rancho, NM (NOW HIRING)

RN PER DIEM I

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$51.49/hr

RN PER DIEM - All Progressive Care Units (PCU) - Day & Night Shifts - University of New Mexico Hospital - Albuquerque We have immediate RN Per Diem hiring across our PCU departments. Apply and we ...

Per Diem LPN

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$25 - $34/hr

Per Diem LPN | Albuquerque, NM 87114 Albuquerque, New Mexico 87114 | Skilled Nursing / Rehabilitation | 12-hr Night Shifts | Per Diem Location Albuquerque, NM 87114 Setting Skilled Nursing Facility ...

Per Diem LPN

Rio Rancho, NM · On-site

$25 - $33/hr

Per Diem LPN | Rio Rancho, NM 87124 Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 | Skilled Nursing / Rehabilitation | 12-hr Days & Nights | Per Diem Location Rio Rancho, NM 87124 Setting Skilled Nursing Facility ...

Per Diem CNA

Rio Rancho, NM · On-site

$16 - $19.43/hr

Per Diem CNA | Rio Rancho, NM 87124 Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 | Skilled Nursing / Rehabilitation | 12-hr Days & Nights | Per Diem Location Rio Rancho, NM 87124 Setting Skilled Nursing Facility ...

TRAINING - Conduct training for medical, nursing and ancillary personnel in therapy techniques and ... Satisfy Per Diem program requirements within dept * Tuberculosis testing is completed upon hire and ...

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How much do virtual per diem nurse jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for virtual per diem nurse in Rio Rancho, NM is $36.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.25 and $40.24 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Virtual Per Diem Nurse vs Telehealth Nurse?

AspectVirtual Per Diem NurseTelehealth Nurse
CredentialsRN license, CPR certificationRN license, CPR certification
Work EnvironmentRemote, flexible shifts, on-demandRemote, scheduled or on-call
Employer & IndustryHospitals, clinics, staffing agenciesHealthcare providers, telehealth companies

The Virtual Per Diem Nurse and Telehealth Nurse both work remotely as registered nurses, often with similar credentials. The key difference is that Virtual Per Diem Nurses typically work on an as-needed basis with flexible shifts, while Telehealth Nurses often have scheduled or on-call shifts providing remote patient care. Both roles are integral to telehealth services, but the Virtual Per Diem Nurse offers more flexibility for temporary or sporadic work.

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Job description

RN PER DIEM – All Progressive Care Units (PCU) – Day & Night Shifts - University of New Mexico Hospital – Albuquerque

We have immediate RN Per Diem hiring across our PCU departments.

Apply and we will have a hiring manager contact you within 48 hours to discuss your interests and placement.

Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials

Compensation Disclaimer

Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.

RN Per Diem positions are flat rate: RN Per Diem I $40.30/hour, RN Per Diem II $47.38/hour, and RN Per Diem III $51.49/hour.


CURRENTLY HIRING WITHIN:

· Adult Oncology

· Coronary Care Subacute

· Family Medicine Inpatient (3-N)

· Gen Med/SAC (4-W)

· General Medicine (5-W)

· General Surgery/Transplant (6-S)

· Trauma Subacute (4-E)

· Orthopedics (3-S)

· Surgical Specialty Unit (4-S)

· Neuroscience (5-S)


JOB SUMMARY

Work within the nursing process to provide direct nursing care to assigned patients consistent with clinical specialty, independent of patient location. Serve as a role model to promote a positive work environment and quality patient care. Ensure adherence to Hospitals and departmental policies and procedures. This position does not qualify for out of area float pay. Patient care assignment may include; Neonate, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric age groups.

· Minimum work requirement for RN Per Diem I is two shifts per schedule. One weekend shift per schedule and one summer and one winter holiday are required.

· Minimum work requirement for RN Per Diem II is four shifts per schedule. Two weekend shifts per schedule and one summer and one winter holiday are required.

· Minimum work requirement for RN Per Diem III is ten shifts per schedule. Two weekend shift per schedule and one summer and one winter holiday are required. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

- Essential and other responsibilities and duties may include but are not limited to the following:

PATIENT CARE - Deliver safe direct care to an assigned group of patients as required

POLICIES - Work within Hospitals, Nursing division and departmental policies

CARE PLAN - Work in collaboration with the healthcare team, implement and document individualized care plans incorporating age specific considerations, including discharge planning and patient/family teaching

TESTS AND PROCEDURES - Assist with special tests and procedures, ensure proper consent has been obtained

PARTICIPATION - Participate in orientation; upon successful completion of preceptor training assume precepting and evaluation responsibilities of new personnel

EMERGENCY MEASURES - Assist with or institute emergency measures for sudden, adverse developments in patients

MEDICAL RECORDS - Ensure that patient medical records contain necessary information

INQUIRIES - Answer telephones and triage calls as per departmental policy

MEDICATION - Administer medication, including IV medication, via the Seven Rights; document and communicate clinical findings

ENVIRONMENT - Maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with Hospitals standards

DEVELOPMENT - Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in-services, meetings and workshops

PATIENT SAFETY 1 - Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols

PATIENT SAFETY 2 - Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes

PATIENT SAFETY 3 - Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk

PATIENT SAFETY 4 - Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner

PATIENT SAFETY 5 - Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don't understand or may "not seem right"

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

Nursing program (nationally accredited) graduate

EXPERIENCE:

1 year directly related experience

CERTIFICATIONS:

RN MATRIX - Complete and maintain unit/clinic based required certifications and competencies as listed in the department expectations/and or the unit/clinic education matrix

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in State of New Mexico or as allowed by reciprocal agreement by State of New Mexico

CPR Certification for Healthcare/BLS Providers or for Professional Rescuers or must obtain within 30 calendar days of date of position

TESTING REQUIREMENTS:

Obtain UNMH IV Verification within 6 months of position

Tuberculosis testing is completed upon hire and additionally as required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

Bachelor's Degree of Science in Nursing

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Bilingual English/Spanish

Bilingual English/Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo

PREFERRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

Nationally Certified in area of specialty

WORKING CONDITIONS

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Sig Hazard: Chemicals, bio hazardous materials requiring extensive safety precautions and may require protective equipment

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:

    Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects or people. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.

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