Registered Nurse, Per Diem, Emergency Department, Rahway, NJ, Day

RWJBarnabas Health; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 67,000 - 91,000; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health in Rahway, NJ, is seeking a Registered Nurse for Per Diem Day shifts in the Emergency Department. The role supports fast-paced acute care with a Primary Stroke Center, telemetry, and ED services; requires strong clinical judgment and teamwork.

You will conduct assessments, administer medications, document in EPIC, and participate in rounds and care transitions. Active NJ RN license, BLS/ACLS/PALS preferred, ED/CCU experience strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of 2 years plus of critical care experience, ED preferred.
• Strong communication, critical and organizational skills
• Proficient computer skills

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and recognize subtle clinical changes, intervening early.
• Provide safe, evidence-based medications, treatments, and hands-on care.
• Serve as clinical partner to physicians and advanced providers, aiding timely decisions.
• Provide clear, compassionate education to patients and families.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the EMR to promote continuity and safety.
• Contribute to interdisciplinary rounds and coordination of care transitions.
• Collaborate in a highly team-based environment to impact outcomes.
• Pursue ongoing education and professional growth through clinical ladder opportunities.

Skills

Critical care experience

ED experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Education

ASN or Nursing Diploma

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (preferred)

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Registered Nurse, Per Diem, Emergency Department, Rahway, NJ, Day

Req #: 0000266660

Category: Nurses

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day

Facility: RWJ Rahway

Department: Emergency Department

Pay Range: $48.29 - $65.73 per hour

Location: 865 Stone Street, Rahway, NJ 07065

Job Title: Registered Nurse, Per Diem, Day

Location: RWJUH Rahway Hospital

Department Name: Emergency Department

Req #: 0000266660

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $48.29 - $65.73 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:

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Rahway offers comprehensive outpatient services designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Our services include wound care and hyperbaric medicine, pulmonary rehab, cardiac rehab, physical, occupational, and speech therapy for adults and children, incontinence treatment, diabetes management, weight-loss programs for adults and children, neuropathy treatment, balance testing, and sleep center services. Additionally, our campus features partnering facilities such as Kindred Hospital New Jersey for long-term acute care and Care Connection, a subacute hospital managed by Alaris Health, dedicated to rehabilitating patients before discharge. We provide acute care, long-term acute and rehabilitative care, and outpatient services to ensure patients and their families receive comprehensive support for their recovery journey. We actively engage our local community through education programs to promote better health decisions and overall well-being.

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Rahway's Emergency Department serves over 32,000 patients annually, providing expert care for various medical emergencies, including cardiac, neurologic, and orthopedic conditions. As a Primary Stroke Center with 24/7 telemedicine coverage, our renovated facility offers state-of-the-art services to ensure prompt treatment. Fast Track services, staffed by emergency-trained personnel, efficiently manage minor emergencies, with access to specialty services if needed. We provide comprehensive stroke care, including physical, occupational, speech, and swallowing services, along with emergency cardiac interventions such as stenting in our cardiac cath lab. With 23 patient bays, wireless bedside registration, and advanced radiology services, our department prioritizes patient comfort and convenience, offering complimentary television and Wi-Fi in each treatment bay and a comfortable waiting area for family members with free parking available.

Qualifications/Required:

• Requires a minimum of 2 years plus of critical care experience, ED preferred.
• ASN or Nursing Diploma, a Bachelor's degree in Nursing, is strongly preferred.
• Strong communication, critical and organizational skills
• Proficient computer skills

Preferred:

• Required BLS through the American Heart Association upon hire
• Required ACLS Certification
• Required PALS Certification
• Active New Jersey Registered Nurse License or active Compact Registered Nurse License with New Jersey endorsement

Scheduling Requirements:

• Day Shift, Per Diem

Essential Functions:

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

• Conducting comprehensive patient assessments and recognizing 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, plus ACLS and PALS certifications. A Bachelor's degree in Nursing is strongly preferred, as is prior patient care experience and comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC.

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 healthcare destination providing patient-centered facilities, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering best-in-class work experience for 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 have a unique impact on 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.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer