Registered Nurse (RN), Orthopedics Unit

RWJBarnabas Health; Livingston (NJ); On-site; USD 66,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Medical and Prescription Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Disability and Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Planning Support

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Pet Insurance

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health seeks an Orthopedics Registered Nurse for a night-shift role at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in New Jersey. You will join a collaborative team, perform comprehensive assessments, administer care and medications, document in EPIC, and support transitions in care while advancing professional growth and patient outcomes.

The position offers a 12.5-hour night schedule, with 37.5 hours weekly, and a competitive hourly pay range.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active New Jersey RN license in good standing.
• BSN strongly preferred; prior patient care experience valued.
• Experience with EMR systems, preferably EPIC, is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and recognize clinical changes.
• Administer safe, evidence-based medications and hands-on care.
• Partner with physicians and providers for timely care decisions.
• Educate patients and families to ensure understanding of next steps.
• Document accurately in the electronic medical record for continuity.
• Contribute to interdisciplinary rounds and smooth care transitions.
• Collaborate in a highly team-based environment to improve outcomes.
• Pursue continuing education and clinical ladder opportunities.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Team collaboration

EMR documentation

Education

New Jersey RN license

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Job Title: RN 12.5 Hr Shift

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Orthopedics Unit

Req #: 0000264835

Status: Hourly

Pay Range: $47.85 - $60.60 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.

Job Overview:

At Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, 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.

As an Orthopedics 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 be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing, hold an active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing, and a current American Heart Association BLS certification. A bachelor’s degree in nursing is strongly preferred, as is prior patient care experience and comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC. This position offers a full-time schedule on the night shift, 12.5-hour shifts at 37.5 working weekly hours, allowing you to build strong patient relationships while maintaining balance.

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 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.