Night RN — Mental Health Open Unit | Growth & Team

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Disability & Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Help

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Volunteer Opportunities

Partner Discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health seeks a Registered Nurse for the Mental Health Open Unit at Jersey City Medical Center. This night-shift RN role emphasizes teamwork, evidence-based care, and patient-family education, with strong emphasis on safety and continuity of care across the EMR.

Ideal candidates hold NJ RN licensure, BLS/ACLS within 6 months, and 2+ years in Behavioral Health, with a Bachelor’s degree preferred. Per-diem night shifts and rotating holidays are offered.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey RN license in good standing (or MN RN with NJ endorsement).
• BLS and ACLS certifications required within 6 months of hire.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing strongly preferred; prior patient care experience.
• Experience with EMR systems (EPIC) highly desirable.
• Minimum 2 years of Behavioral Health experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and recognize subtle clinical changes.
• Provide safe, evidence-based medications, treatments, and hands-on care.
• Serve as a clinical partner to physicians and advanced providers.
• Provide clear, compassionate education to patients and families.
• Ensure accurate documentation in EMR for continuity and safety.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and collaborative care.

Skills

Strong communication

Clinical judgment

Teamwork

EPIC EMR experience

Education

New Jersey Registered Nurse license

Multistate RN License with NJ Endorsement

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health seeks a Registered Nurse for the Mental Health Open Unit at Jersey City Medical Center. This night-shift RN role emphasizes teamwork, evidence-based care, and patient-family education, with strong emphasis on safety and continuity of care across the EMR.

Ideal candidates hold NJ RN licensure, BLS/ACLS within 6 months, and 2+ years in Behavioral Health, with a Bachelor’s degree preferred. Per-diem night shifts and rotating holidays are offered.