Night Shift PICU RN - Impactful Care & Growth

RWJBarnabas Health; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 68,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Pet Insurance discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health in New Brunswick, NJ is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). The 20-bed unit provides round-the-clock critical care for infants, children, and adolescents, with a focus on monitoring, ventilator support, high-risk medications, and family education.

You will work nights (7pm–7:30am), 36 hours per week, and collaborate with physicians and a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based care while maintaining patient safety and

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey RN license in good standing.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• ACLS and PALS certifications required.
• 2–5 years of Pediatric RN experience.
• Associate degree in Nursing; BSN strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and recognize clinical changes.
• Provide safe, evidence-based medications and hands-on care.
• Partner with physicians and advanced providers for coordinated care decisions.
• Educate patients and families to ensure they are informed and prepared.
• Document accurately in the electronic medical record (EPIC).
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and ensure smooth transitions of care.
• Collaborate in a highly collaborative team focused on outcomes.
• Pursue continued professional growth through education and ladder opportunities.

Skills

Clinical judgement

Clear communication

Teamwork

Patient assessment

Evidence-based practice

Education

New Jersey RN License

BSN preferred

ACLS

PALS

BLS

2–5 years Pediatric RN experience

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health in New Brunswick, NJ is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). The 20-bed unit provides round-the-clock critical care for infants, children, and adolescents, with a focus on monitoring, ventilator support, high-risk medications, and family education.

You will work nights (7pm–7:30am), 36 hours per week, and collaborate with physicians and a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based care while maintaining patient safety and