Registered Nurse (RN) Labor and Delivery Per Diem Night

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

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Labor and Delivery unit at Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, NJ. This per diem night RN role supports a 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.

schedule with 2–3 shifts monthly and one weekend shift, enabling strong patient relationships while balancing personal time. Qualified candidates hold an active NJ RN license, BLS/ACLS/NRP, and at least 2 years of L&D experience in acute care.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey RN license in good standing.
• BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications required.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of Labor and Delivery RN experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and recognize clinical changes.
• Administer medications and provide hands-on care per protocol.
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain timely documentation in EPIC EMR.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and clinical ladder.

Skills

Communication

Clinical judgment

Teamwork

Empathy

Continuous learning

Evidence-based practice

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

New Jersey RN license

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) Labor and Delivery Per Diem Night

Req #: 0000267326

Category: Labor and Delivery Nursing

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Night

Facility: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department: Labor & Delivery

Pay Range: $47.62 - $63.73 per hour

Location: 1 CLARA MAASS DRIVE, BELLEVILLE, NJ 07109

Job Title: PD RN Specialty Service

Department Name: Labor & Delivery

Req #: 0000267326

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 Labor and Delivery 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.

Labor and Delivery Room 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:

• The L&D Nursing team works cooperatively with the multidisciplinary care team to maintain standards for professional nursing practice in the perioperative setting and participates in shared clinical decision-making, inspirational leadership, supportive colleagues, and much more,
• 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, ACLS Certification, and NRP Certification. A Bachelor's degree in nursing is preferred. Minimum (2) two years of current or recent Labor and Delivery Room experience as an RN in an acute care setting. Comfortable with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC. Must be able to work scheduled as needed with a minimum requirement

This position offers a per diem night schedule from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. of 2-3 shifts per month and (1) weekend shift, you will also need to work 1 winter and 1 summer holiday allowing you to build strong patient relationships while maintaining balance.

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 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer