Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Cath Lab

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

Location: One Hamilton Health Place, Hamilton, NJ 08619

Req #: 0000265438
Category: Nurses
Status: Per Diem
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJ Hamilton
Department: Cardiac Catheter Lab
Pay Range: $48.29 - $65.73 per hour
Location: One Hamilton Health Place, Hamilton, NJ 08619
Job Title: PD RN
Location: RWJUH Hamilton Hospital
Department Name: Cardiac Catheter Lab
Req #: 0000265438
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.

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.
ASN or Nursing diploma required.
If candidate possesses ASN or Nursing diploma, must agree to complete BSN within five years of hire date.
A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is strongly preferred, as is prior acute care experience.

2 Years Minimum Of Critical Care Experience Is Required..
This position offers a per diem - Day Shift

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