Registered Nurse (RN), Livingston, NJ, CT Step Down, Full Time, Evening (7P-8A)

RWJBarnabas Health; Livingston (NJ); On-site; USD 66,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and Holidays

Retirement Plans

Medical and Prescription Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Disability and Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Cardio Thoracic Step Down Unit in Livingston, NJ. This 12.5-hour evening shift position involves caring for post-surgical cardiac patients and coordinating with a multidisciplinary team.

Requires NJ RN license, BLS, IV certification within 90 days, and ACLS within orientation. BSN preferred; EPIC EMR experience is a plus. Three 12.5-hour night shifts per week with rotating weekends/holidays.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey RN license in good standing.
• I.V. certification within 90 days of hire.
• ACLS certification required within orientation period (90 days).
• BLS certification required.
• BSN degree preferred; 1 year in surgical stepdown or telemetry preferred.
• Comfort with EPIC or similar EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and recognize clinical changes.
• Provide safe, evidence-based medications and hands-on care.
• Collaborate with physicians and providers for timely, coordinated care decisions.
• Educate patients and families to ensure understanding and preparedness for discharge.
• Document care accurately in the EMR to promote continuity and safety.
• Contribute to interdisciplinary rounds and team communication.
• Pursue ongoing professional growth and participate in clinical ladder opportunities.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Patient education

Team collaboration

Evidence-based practice

Education

BSN preferred

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN), Livingston, NJ, CT Step Down, Full Time, Evening (7P-8A)

Req #: 0000270687

Category: Nurses

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Evening

Facility: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center

Department: Cardio Thoracic Step Down Unit

Pay Range: $47.85 - $76.26 per hour

Location: 94 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston, NJ 07039

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN), 12.5-Hour Shift

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Cardio Thoracic Step Down Unit

Req #: 0000270687

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $47.85 - $76.26 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.

The experienced Cardiothoracic Stepdown Staff Nurse will be responsible for providing care to patients recovering from cardiac or thoracic surgery, or those with complex cardiac conditions.

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; be I.V. certified from an approved facility or complete the requirements for I.V. certification within 90 days of hire to the unit; hold a current American Heart Association BLS certification. ACLS certification is required within the orientation period (90 days) of the start date. A Bachelor's degree in Nursing is strongly preferred. A minimum of 1 year working in a surgical stepdown unit or recently/currently working in Telemetry. Additionally, comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC. This position offers a full-time 37.5-hour working week consisting of three 12.5-hour shifts. The schedule is a night shift - 7PM-8AM-with every other weekend and holiday rotations required.

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 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.

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 (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon and more

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer