Registered Nurse (RN) ICU Full Time Days

RWJBarnabas Health; Communipaw (NJ); On-site; USD 66,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage

Dental and Vision Insurance

Disability and Life Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Assistance

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health's Jersey City Medical Center seeks an RN in the Intensive Care Unit for day shift coverage. The role requires current NJ RN licensure, ACLS/BLS, and ICU experience preferred. Expect collaboration with an interdisciplinary team and adherence to care standards to ensure patient safety and quality outcomes.

Position is hourly with a pay range reflecting NJ market norms. Comprehensive benefits are available through RWJBarnabas Health, along with opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• ASN or Nursing Diploma from an accredited school of nursing.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficient computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care within the scope of practice defined by the Nurse Practice Act and regulatory standards.
• Report safety issues and ensure patient safety through evidence-based practices.
• Supervise and direct delegation of tasks to team members and collaborate with care providers.
• Set and evaluate priorities with measurable outcomes for patient care.
• Utilize the nursing process to individualize plans of care for patients.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Proficient computer skills

Education

ASN or Nursing Diploma

Job description

Job Title: RN

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Intensive Care Unit

Req #: 0000273577

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $47.85 - $67.04 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:

Since 1882, Jersey City Medical Center has provided Hudson County advanced, state-of-the-art medical treatment across a broad spectrum of different disciplines. Our facility is located on a 15-acre campus and includes both the Wilzig Hospital and the Provident Bank Ambulatory Center. From screenings and diagnostics to life‑saving, intensive care, our patients can count on a patient‑centric approach that puts their comfort and well‑being at the forefront of everything we do.

Jersey City Medical Center has the distinction of having earned 14 “A” national safety ratings from theLeapfrog Groupsince the program's inception in 2012.

Jersey City Medical Center is one of only 401 hospitals in the U.S. to earn a Magnet Designation for Nursing Excellence, and the only hospital in Hudson County to have received the designation three times.

Qualifications:

Required:

• ASN or Nursing Diploma from an accredited school of nursing
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficient computer skills

Preferred:

• Med./Surg. Telemetry and/or ICU nursing experience
• CCRN

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• BLS upon hire and ACLS Certification within 6 months of start date
• Active New Jersey Registered Nurse License
• Documented completion of TCAR – Trauma Care After Rescusitation every 2 years
• Completion of Critical Care Course after 3 months

Scheduling Requirements:

• Day shift, 35.3hours, 7a-7p
• Monday – Friday and Every Other Weekend

Essential Functions:

• The Registered Nurse provides nursing care in the health care system within the scope of practice defined by the Nurse Practice Act and regulatory standards and assures awareness of ethical standards of practice as defined by the ANA code of ethics.
• The Registered Nurse assures safety in practice and is inclusive of the principles of evidence-based practice by maintaining a realization of own individual level of knowledge and experience and assumes responsibility for advancing knowledge of self and others of the patient care team by communication with and utilizing resource persons and programs available.
• The Registered Nurse is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors.
• The Registered Nurse is responsible for knowledge of the patient population served.
• The Registered Nurse is responsible for supervising and directing the delegation of tasks to appropriate team members and collaborates with other patient care providers.
• The Registered Nurse is responsible for consistently setting and evaluating priorities through appropriate interventions with measurable outcomes toward improvement.
• The Registered Nurse is an individual practitioner and the interdisciplinary team manager, utilizes the nursing process to integrate all aspects of the provision of care and individualizes the plan of care to address a specific patient’s needs.

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.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market‑competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
• ….and more!

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