Night Shift RN — Emergency Screening Specialist (Per Diem)

RWJBarnabas Health; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Medical and Prescription Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Disability and Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Planning Support

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for Emergency Screening at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center on a per-diem night schedule. The role emphasizes patient assessments, safe medication administration, and collaboration with physicians in a fast-paced ED screening setting.

The position requires NJ RN license (or multi-state with NJ endorsement), BLS, and preferably a BSN with ED/behavioral health experience.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey RN license or Multistate RN License with NJ endorsement.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing strongly preferred.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in behavioral health and preferably ED.
• Familiarity with EMR systems (EPIC).

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and recognize clinical changes.
• Administer medications and provide hands-on care.
• Collaborate with physicians and providers for timely care decisions.
• Educate patients and families clearly and compassionately.
• Document accurately in the EMR to ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds to improve transitions of care.
• Support a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
• Pursue ongoing professional growth through education and clinical ladders.

Skills

Active New Jersey RN license

Multistate RN license with NJ Endorse

BLS certification

ED behavioral health exp

Bachelor's degree preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for Emergency Screening at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center on a per-diem night schedule. The role emphasizes patient assessments, safe medication administration, and collaboration with physicians in a fast-paced ED screening setting.

The position requires NJ RN license (or multi-state with NJ endorsement), BLS, and preferably a BSN with ED/behavioral health experience.