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

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health in New Jersey seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Cardiothoracic Step Down Unit on Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center. The role involves caring for patients recovering from cardiac or thoracic surgery, with three 12.5-hour night shifts weekly and every other weekend/holiday rotations.

Applicants must hold an active NJ RN license, IV certification within 90 days, BLS, and ACLS within orientation. A BSN is preferred and telemetry or stepdown experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey RN license in good standing.
• IV certification required within 90 days of hire.
• ACLS certification required within orientation period (90 days).
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.
• Minimum 1 year in surgical stepdown or Telemetry.
• Proficiency with EPIC or similar EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and recognize clinical changes.
• Administer safe, evidence-based medications and treatments.
• Collaborate with physicians and APs for timely care decisions.
• Educate patients and families to ensure understanding of care plans.
• Document accurately in the EMR to promote safety and continuity.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and care transitions.
• Contribute to a collaborative team culture and patient outcomes.
• Pursue ongoing professional growth through education and ladder opportunities.

Skills

NJ RN license

IV certification

BLS certification

EPIC EMR familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

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 — $76.26per 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 nightshift — 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.