Questions and answers

Questions people ask Apex

This page answers the questions communities, job seekers and students ask Apex Recruiting & Consulting most often, about per diem staffing, interim leaders, jobs, training prices and which states approve our classes. If your question is not here, call or text (929) 459-7160 and a person will answer it.

For communities

What do senior living communities ask?

What is a per diem nurse?

A per diem nurse works shift by shift, only when a community needs cover. Apex Recruiting & Consulting provides per diem RNs and LPNs to assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing communities.

Can Apex cover 24-hour care for a resident?

Yes. When a resident needs care around the clock, Apex can staff the shifts that cover it. Call (929) 459-7160 to talk through the schedule.

Does Apex place interim leaders?

Yes. Apex places interim administrators, executive directors, Directors of Nursing, Assistant Directors of Nursing and other leaders.

How much does it cost to hire staff through Apex?

Staffing rates depend on the role, the shift and how long you need cover. Apex quotes each community before anyone starts.

How does Apex screen staff?

Apex checks licenses and credentials and pre-screens every candidate against what your community needs.

For job seekers

What do job seekers ask?

What kinds of jobs does Apex offer?

Per diem shifts, short and long term contracts, contract-to-hire and direct placement in senior living communities.

Where do I send my resume?

Email it to hr@apex1consulting.com and send the form on this page.

Can Apex help me with my resume?

Yes. Resume help is one of the consulting services Apex offers.

For students

What do students ask?

What is the difference between a medication aide and a med tech?

They describe the same kind of role, a caregiver trained and certified to give medications under a nurse's supervision. Each state uses its own title. Employers often say med tech for all of them.

Is Apex training approved in my state?

Training is approved state by state. The Apex Medication Aide program is approved by the Virginia Board of Nursing, Program Approval No. 0030000391. The New Jersey and South Carolina programs are in development. The PCA class is approved in Virginia and many other states accept it, so check your state's rules first.

How much does Apex training cost?

Virginia Medication Aide training is $925, all-inclusive. Personal Care Aide training is $295. Home Health Aide training is $595 plus state fees.

Are the classes online?

Classroom hours are live online on Zoom. Medication Aide and Home Health Aide classes also have in-person skills days. The PCA class is fully online.

Can I pay tuition over time?

Yes. Tuition can be split into payments with Klarna, and Home Health Aide tuition with Klarna or Afterpay.

About Apex

What do people ask about Apex itself?

Where is Apex based?

Apex Recruiting & Consulting is at 400 Dutch Neck Road, A10, East Windsor, New Jersey 08520.

Is Apex women-owned?

Yes. Apex Recruiting & Consulting is a women-owned company.

What areas does Apex serve?

Apex staffs nationwide, with a focus on New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Delaware and Maryland. Medication Aide training is approved in Virginia.

Contact us

How can Apex help?

Send the form and we will get back to you. For anything urgent, call or text us.

Talk to Apex

Talk to a person at Apex today

Call, text or send the form, and tell us what you need.