Per Diem Night Nurse - Labor & Delivery, Growth & Teamwork

RWJBarnabas Health; Somerville (NJ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) for Labor & Delivery at RWJ Somerset. The role is night shift with hourly pay range and per diem status in Somerville, NJ. You will conduct patient assessments, administer medications, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, evidence-based care.

Applicants must hold an active NJ RN license with BLS; ACLS is required. 1–2 years L&D experience and ADN are required; BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey RN license in good standing.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• ACLS Certification required.
• 1–2 years Labor and Delivery experience.
• Associate's degree in Nursing required; BSN preferred.
• Experience with EMR systems (EPIC) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and recognize changes requiring intervention.
• Administer safe medications and provide hands‑on care.
• Collaborate with physicians and providers to coordinate care.
• Educate patients and families to support informed decision‑making.
• Document accurately in the EMR to ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in rounds and contribute to interdisciplinary care planning.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) for Labor & Delivery at RWJ Somerset. The role is night shift with hourly pay range and per diem status in Somerville, NJ. You will conduct patient assessments, administer medications, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, evidence-based care.

Applicants must hold an active NJ RN license with BLS; ACLS is required. 1–2 years L&D experience and ADN are required; BSN preferred.