ER RN Per Diem — Impactful Care, Flexible Evening Shifts

RWJBarnabas Health; Communipaw (NJ); On-site; USD 66,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an RN per diem for Jersey City Medical Center in the Emergency Department. The role requires an active NJ RN license, BLS, and prior emergency nursing experience. EPIC EMR proficiency is expected.

Evening shifts are available, with competitive hourly pay in New Jersey. The RN will perform assessments, administer care, document in the EMR, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing strongly preferred.
• Prior patient care experience in emergency nursing required.
• Comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and recognize clinical changes, intervening early.
• Provide safe, evidence-based medications, treatments, and hands-on care.
• Serve as a clinical partner to physicians and advanced providers for timely decisions.
• Educate patients and families clearly, compassionately, and to support next steps.
• Document accurately in the electronic medical record to promote continuity and safety.
• Contribute to interdisciplinary rounds and ensure smooth transitions of care.
• Support a collaborative team environment focused on shared accountability and outcomes.
• Pursue continued professional growth through education and ladder opportunities.

Skills

Communication

Clinical judgment

Teamwork

Evidence-based practice

Empathy

Professional growth

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

EPIC

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an RN per diem for Jersey City Medical Center in the Emergency Department. The role requires an active NJ RN license, BLS, and prior emergency nursing experience. EPIC EMR proficiency is expected.

Evening shifts are available, with competitive hourly pay in New Jersey. The RN will perform assessments, administer care, document in the EMR, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, high-quality patient care.