Per Diem Cardiac RN — Growth & Team Impact

RWJBarnabas Health; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 66,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for a per diem Day Shift position at RWJ Hamilton in the Cardiac Catheter Lab. The role requires an active NJ RN license, BLS certification, and a minimum of 2 years of critical care experience.

ASN or Nursing Diploma is required, with BSN preferred and a plan to complete BSN within five years. The role emphasizes accurate EMR documentation, safe medication administration, and collaborative care with physicians and the interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey RN license in good standing
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification
• ASN or Nursing diploma required; BSN preferred and BSN within five years of hire if ASN
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing strongly preferred
• Prior acute care experience (2 years minimum of Critical Care)
• Per diem - Day Shift

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.
• Educate patients and families for informed care decisions.
• Ensure accurate documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Contribute to interdisciplinary rounds and coordinate transitions of care.
• Collaborate within a highly collaborative team to optimize outcomes.
• Pursue ongoing professional growth through continuing education and clinical ladder opportunities.

Education

ASN or Nursing Diploma

BSN preferred

Clear communication

Clinical judgment

Teamwork

Evidence-based practice

Empathy

Continuous learning

Collaborative culture

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for a per diem Day Shift position at RWJ Hamilton in the Cardiac Catheter Lab. The role requires an active NJ RN license, BLS certification, and a minimum of 2 years of critical care experience.

ASN or Nursing Diploma is required, with BSN preferred and a plan to complete BSN within five years. The role emphasizes accurate EMR documentation, safe medication administration, and collaborative care with physicians and the interdisciplinary team.