Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) Nights

RWJBarnabas Health; Belleville (NJ); On-site; USD 66,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) for the Intensive Care Unit at Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, NJ. This night shift role offers opportunities to provide high-level critical care and contribute to a patient-centered team.

The RN will perform comprehensive assessments, administer care, and ensure accurate documentation in EPIC. Per diem schedule involves 2–3 night shifts monthly, including weekends and holidays, in a supportive, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey RN license in good standing.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• CCRN certification and BSN preferred.
• Experience with EMRs (EPIC) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and recognize subtle clinical changes, intervening early.
• Administer safe, evidence-based medications and hands-on care.
• Collaborate with physicians and advanced providers to ensure timely, well-coordinated care decisions.
• Educate patients and families clearly, ensuring they feel informed and prepared for next steps.
• Document accurately in the electronic medical record to promote continuity and safety.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds to improve communication and transitions of care.
• Thrive in a highly collaborative team with shared accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Critical care

Clinical judgment

Communication

Patient assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) Nights

Job Title: PD RN Specialty Service

Location: Clara Maass Medical Center

Address: 1 CLARA MAASS DRIVE, BELLEVILLE, NJ 07109

Department Name: Intensive Care Unit

Req #: 0000266032

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $47.62 - $63.73 per hour

Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Registered Nurse for our Intensive Care Unit at Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, NJ. With over 700 physicians and 2,100 employees, we offer advanced treatment for a wide variety of medical conditions. In 2017, the Medical Center completed a state-of-the-art campus expansion featuring a new four-story 87,000 square foot building with a private, 32 bed Intensive Care Unit, new Main Entrance and Lobby, Retail Pharmacy, Patient Registration Area and newly expanded Emergency Department.

Registered Nurse (RN) - RWJBarnabas Health

At RWJBarnabas Health, Registered Nurses become part of a purpose driven environment where teamwork, belonging, and clinical excellence shape meaningful patient experiences. This RN role offers growth, supportive teamwork, and a culture committed to safety and continuous improvement. As a Registered Nurse, you will help advance patient care and strengthen the experience of individuals and families across our organization. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every RN is encouraged to grow, innovate, and lead with purpose.

As a Registered Nurse (RN), a typical day may include:

• Conducting comprehensive patient assessments and recognize subtle clinical changes, using your judgment to intervene early and advocate for your patients
• Providing safe, evidence-based medications, treatments, and hands on care grounded in strong clinical judgment
• Serving as a clinical partner to physicians and advanced providers, offering insight that supports timely, well-coordinated care decisions
• Providing clear, compassionate education to patients and families so they feel informed, supported, and prepared for the next phase of care
• Ensuring accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record to promote continuity and patient safety
• Contributing your voice during interdisciplinary rounds, helping drive seamless communication and smooth transitions of care
• Taking an active role in a highly collaborative team environment where shared accountability and teamwork directly impact outcomes
• Pursuing continued professional growth through access to continuing education, clinical ladder opportunities, and organizational resources that support long term career progression

This role might be for you if:

• Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues
• Strong clinical judgment guides your decisions, even as priorities shift
• Thriving in a fast paced environment energizes you, especially where teamwork drives outcomes
• A commitment to evidence-based practice shapes your daily work
• Empathy and professionalism are central to your approach
• Continuous learning and professional growth matter to you
• A collaborative team culture is something you actively help strengthen

To be considered for this RN opportunity, you must hold an active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing and a current American Heart Association BLS certification. A Bachelor's degree in Nursing and a CCRN certification is strongly preferred, as is prior critical care patient care experience and comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC. This position is per diem night shift (7p to 7:30a) and will require 2-3 shifts per month with 2 shifts being weekends and 1 winter holiday and 1 summer holiday.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer