Registered Nurse (RN) ICU Step Down Full Time Nights

RWJBarnabas Health; Belleville (NJ); On-site; USD 93,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for the ICU Step Down Unit at Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, NJ. This role emphasizes clinical excellence, teamwork, and compassionate patient care within a large health system.

The RN will provide direct patient care on the step-down unit, collaborate with physicians, and participate in education and professional development opportunities. Night shift, 37.5 hours, with every other weekend and rotating holidays.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey RN license in good standing.
• Current BLS certification.
• BSN preferred; CCRN encouraged; EPIC EMR experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and recognize clinical changes.
• Provide safe, evidence-based medications, treatments, and hands-on care.
• Collaborate with physicians and advanced providers to support timely care decisions.
• Provide clear, compassionate education to patients and families for next steps.
• Document accurately in the EMR to promote continuity and safety.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and cross-team communication.
• Pursue ongoing professional growth and clinical ladder opportunities.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patient advocacy

Education

BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

BLS certification

CCRN certification

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) ICU Step Down Full Time Nights

Req #: 0000267936

Category: Nurses

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Night

Facility: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department: ICU Step Down

Pay Range: $47.62 - $63.73 per hour

Location: 1 CLARA MAASS DRIVE, BELLEVILLE, NJ 07109

Job Title: RN Specialty Service

Location: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department Name: ICU Step Down

Req #: 0000267936

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 Step Down 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 patient care experience and comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC. This position is 37.5 hours per week full time night shift - 7p-7:30a and will require every other weekend and rotating holidays.

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 market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, 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

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer