Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room- System Float Pool

RWJBarnabas Health; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 56,481 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical and Prescription Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits

Discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking experienced RNs to join our System‑Wide Float Pool. In this role, RNs will gain exposure to a broad scope of patient care within their specialty area while floating to multiple sites throughout the RWJBH system. The RNs support the team and patients at each site for an average of three months per assignment.

Enhanced Float Differentials are offered. System wide float pool role provides diverse experiences, travel to various hospital‑based facilities, and

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing; NJ RN licensure required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• CNOR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Possess exemplary critical care skills and knowledge; provide professional care.
• Organize and administer individualized patient care within an assigned unit.
• Support RWJBarnabas Health and department standards and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in patient teaching and discharge planning.
• Engage in unit Performance Improvement activities.

Skills

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Communication skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Flexibility

Travel willingness

CNOR preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Job Details

• Req #: 0000236357
• Category: OR Nursing
• Status: Full-Time
• Shift: Day
• Facility: RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services
• Department: Operating Room Float Pool
• Pay Range: $41.04 - $49.94 per hour
• Location: 95 Old Short Hills Road, West Orange, NJ 07052
• Job Title: RN

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 will depend on several factors, including educational background, skills and professional experience.

About the Role

System Wide Float Pool Registered Nurse (RN) – RWJBarnabas Health is seeking experienced RNs to join our System‑Wide Float Pool. In this role, RNs will gain exposure to a broad scope of patient care within their specialty area while working assignments at each of the sites throughout our system. The RNs support the team and patients at each site for an average of three months per assignment. This is an opportunity to float throughout the entire RWJBH system. Enhanced Float Differentials are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing; Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing strongly preferred.
• Minimum of three years of Operating Room experience in a hospital setting; CNOR preferred.
• Current New Jersey RN licensure required.\
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• Excellent communication, leadership and collaboration skills; proven ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and act as an effective role model.
• Flexibility and adaptability essential to meet System staffing needs as required.
• Travel required to various hospital‑based facilities within RWJBarnabas Health.
• Average site assignment is three months (length may vary based on facility need).
• Successful completion of all Orientation Programs.

Scheduling Requirements

• Full‑Time
• Day

Essential Functions

• Possess exemplary critical care skills and knowledge with professionalism, cooperation, and accountability.
• Organize and administer individualized, age‑specific professional care to patients within an assigned unit to support medical care.
• Support the philosophy, objectives and mission of RWJBarnabas Health and the Department of Patient Care Services in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association Standards of Practice, Code of Ethics for Nurses, Department of Health Regulations, JCAHO requirements and other regulatory agencies.
• Participate in patient teaching and discharge planning.
• Participate in unit Performance Improvement evaluation activities.

Other Duties

Job duties may evolve and are not limited to the listed responsibilities.

Benefits And Perks

• 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 partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.