Registered Nurse / RN NICU

Pascack Valley Medical Center; Westwood (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Pascack Valley Medical Center seeks a dedicated full-time NICU Registered Nurse for the day shift in Westwood, NJ. As a caregiver, you will oversee care for NICU patients and coordinate activities among a team of nurses and physicians.

The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience in the NICU and hold certification as a Registered Nurse in New Jersey. The position offers growth opportunities and comprehensive health benefits.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with the New Jersey Board of Nursing.
• BLS certification required within 14 days of hire.
• 1–2 years NICU or Special Care Nursery nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Function as a caregiver for a specific patient population.
• Direct and oversee care provided by other caregivers.
• Coordinate patient care among nursing peers and support services.

Skills

Registered Nurse (RN)

BLS certification

Neonatal Nursing certification

NICU nursing experience

Education

Graduate of an NLN/AACN-accredited program in nursing

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Registered Nurse in Westwood, NJ.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well‑being.
• We prioritize your well‑being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team

Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center is a 128‑bed, full‑service, acute‑care community hospital with a new emergency department, a state‑of‑the‑art maternity center, a women’s imaging center, and an ICU.

Responsibilities

• The RN Staff Nurse functions as a caregiver for a specific patient population in order to achieve desired outcomes.
• This position directs and oversees the care provided by other caregivers through delegation, validation, evaluation, and coordination.
• This position effectively coordinates patient care/unit activities among nursing peers, physicians, and support services.
• The RN Staff Nurse reports to the Nurse Manager.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Registered Nurse (RN) with the New Jersey Board of Nursing.
• Graduate of an NLN/AACN‑accredited program in nursing.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification or the American Red Cross (ARC).
• 1–2 years NICU or Special Care Nursery nursing experience.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Neonatal Nursing certification.

Rate of pay is determined based on experience and education and may include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role.