A PRN nurse is a nurse who works on an “as-needed” basis, filling in shifts when regular staff are unavailable or when there is a high demand for additional support. The term “PRN” comes from the Latin phrase pro re nata, meaning “as the situation demands.” PRN nurses have flexible schedules and are commonly employed in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities to address staffing shortages or fluctuating patient needs.
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