Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

RWJBarnabas Health; Somerville (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 87,000; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health in Somerset, NJ seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) to join the Medical-Surgical Unit-II on a per diem night shift. You will deliver high-quality patient care, perform assessments, administer medications, and collaborate with physicians to ensure safe transitions.

Active NJ RN license, BLS and ACLS, and at least 1 year of acute care experience are required. ASN or Diploma RN is acceptable; BSN preferred with commitment to pursue within five years.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing
• Current American Heart Association BLS and ACLS certifications
• ASN or Nursing diploma required; if ASN or Nursing diploma, must complete BSN within five years of hire date
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing strongly preferred
• 1 year of acute care experience required

Responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive patient assessments and recognizing clinical changes
• Providing safe, evidence-based medications, treatments, and hands-on care
• Serving as a clinical partner to physicians and advanced providers
• Providing education to patients and families
• Ensuring accurate documentation within the EMR
• Contributing to interdisciplinary rounds and transitions of care
• Collaborating in a highly collaborative team environment
• Pursuing continued professional growth through education and ladder opportunities

Skills

Communication

Clinical judgment

Teamwork

Empathy

Lifelong learning

Education

ASN or Nursing diploma

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Job description

Job Title: PD RN

Location: RWJUH Somerset

Department Name: Medical-Surgical Unit-II

Req #: 0000270773

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $46.90 - $63.44 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.

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.

• 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

• 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 and ACLScertifications. ASN or Nursing diploma required. If candidate possesses ASN or Nursing diploma, must agree to complete BSN within five years of hire date. A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is strongly preferred, as is prior acute care experience

1 year of acute care experience required

This position offers a per diem night shift schedule,weekend and holiday requirement

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