Lead Registered Nurse (Full Time Day RN) Pediatrics-Physician

RWJBarnabas Health; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Pet Insurance Discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Lead Registered Nurse for the Pediatric Ambulatory Care team at Children's Specialized Hospital in Union, NJ. The Lead RN will provide clinical leadership, oversee nursing practice, and ensure high-quality, family-centered care for children with complex health needs.

The role requires active RN licensure, BLS certification, and pediatric nursing experience. BSN preferred, with responsibilities spanning direct patient care alongside supervision and process

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Provider certification.
• BSN degree preferred; pediatric nursing experience valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, family-centered nursing care to children with special healthcare needs.
• Partner with RN Manager/Director for clinical oversight and standardization of practices.
• Perform telephone and in-person triage using sound nursing judgment.
• Administer vaccines and manage documentation and reporting.
• Educate patients and families; assist with point-of-care testing and assessments.
• Coordinate vaccine orders, refills, and medication-related authorizations.
• Support staff education, competency development, and coverage planning.
• Guide nursing staff and assistants; ensure smooth clinical workflows.

Skills

Leadership

Pediatrics

Clinical oversight

Staff education

Communication

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

Job description

Lead Registered Nurse (Full Time Day RN) Pediatrics-Physician

Req #: 0000262770

Category: Nurses

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Childrens Specialized Hosp

Department: Pediatrics-Physician

Pay Range: $41.87 - $58.68 per hour

2840 Morris Ave., Union, NJ 07083

Job Title: Lead RN

Location: Union (UNC)

Department Name: Pediatrics-Physician

Req #: 0000262770

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $41.87 - $58.68 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our nursing leaders at Children's Specialized Hospital help create an environment where exceptional clinical care, teamwork, and family-centered service come together. As a Lead Registered Nurse supporting Pediatric Ambulatory Care, you'll combine hands-on nursing with clinical leadership to support children with special healthcare needs and medical complexities. Working alongside the RN Manager or Director, you'll help guide nursing practice, staff education, clinical workflow, and day-to-day operations while continuing to provide compassionate care directly to patients and families. Joining Children's Specialized Hospital means becoming part of a collaborative team committed to helping children receive coordinated, high-quality care throughout every stage of their healthcare journey.

As a Lead Registered Nurse (RN), a typical day may include:

• Providing comprehensive, family-centered nursing care to children with special healthcare needs and medical complexities within the pediatric ambulatory practice
• Partnering with the RN Manager or Director to provide clinical oversight and promote consistent nursing practices, patient flow, and standards of care across the medical practice
• Performing and documenting telephone and in-person clinical triage while using sound nursing judgment to identify patient needs and determine appropriate next steps
• Administering and managing vaccinations, including patient and family education, vaccine ordering, documentation, and reporting in accordance with internal and external standards
• Providing patient and family education, point-of-care testing, clinical assessments, medication support, and other direct nursing services within the ambulatory setting
• Coordinating medication refills and authorizations while collaborating with providers, pharmacies, and other members of the healthcare team
• Supporting nursing orientation, education, competency development, and ongoing staff performance to promote consistent, high-quality clinical care
• Providing clinical guidance and oversight to nursing staff, medical assistants, and prescription coordinators while serving as a trusted resource for day-to-day clinical questions
• Assisting nursing leadership with staffing coverage by identifying appropriate resources and maintaining clinical coverage schedules for the practice
• Collaborating with internal and external providers to promote continuity of care within a patient- and family-centered, team-based model

This role might be for you if:

• You are passionate about caring for children with special healthcare needs and complex medical conditions
• You enjoy remaining clinically involved while also mentoring, educating, and supporting fellow healthcare professionals
• Strong clinical judgment allows you to confidently manage both telephone and in-person patient triage
• You are comfortable providing guidance and helping create consistency across nursing practices and clinical workflows
• Clear communication, conflict management, and relationship-building skills define your leadership approach
• You understand the importance of adapting care to each child's developmental, cognitive, physical, cultural, and individual needs
• You thrive in a collaborative outpatient environment where nurses, physicians, medical assistants, families, and other professionals work together toward shared goals
• You value continuous learning and enjoy helping create a culture of accountability, teamwork, and clinical excellence

To be considered for this Lead Registered Nurse opportunity, you must hold an active Registered Nurse (RN) license and current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Provider certification. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred, along with two to five years of pediatric nursing experience. Candidates should demonstrate strong pediatric clinical assessment and triage skills, effective communication, leadership ability, and experience supporting patient and family education within an ambulatory care environment. The ideal candidate is comfortable providing clinical oversight to nursing and support staff while remaining actively involved in direct patient care, vaccination management, medication coordination, staff education, competency development, and clinical workflow. This position supports a pediatric outpatient practice caring for children with special healthcare needs and medical complexities at Children's Specialized Hospital.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer