Registered Nurse (RN), Peds ED

RWJ New Brunswick; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 66,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical and Prescription Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health in New Jersey seeks a Registered Nurse for the ER Pediatric unit at the New Brunswick campus. The role provides compassionate nursing care to pediatric patients in a fast-paced ED, with emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Night shifts and required credentials include ASN or Nursing Diploma, PALS, BLS/ACLS, and NJ RN license. BSN preferred within 5 years; strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• ASN or Nursing Diploma required.
• PALS, BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Active New Jersey RN license.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in ER Pediatric ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Supervise and delegate tasks within scope of practice.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Education

ASN or Nursing Diploma

BSN (preferred within 5 years)

Job description

Job Title: RN

Location: Main Hospital - New Brunswick

Department Name: ER Pediatric

Req #:

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $47.85 - $71.72 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:

RWJBHis seeking a Registered Nurse in the ER Pediatric Unitat the New Brunswick campus.

Qualifications:

Required:

• ASN or Nursing Diploma
• PALS
• 4 - 5 years of Pediatric ED RN or Pediatric Critical Care RN experience

• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficient computer skills

Preferred:

• BSN or must be completed within 5 years upon hire

• Pediatric RN experience highly preferred
• National certification and TNCC preferred

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• BLS and ACLS certification
• Active New Jersey Registered Nurse License

Scheduling Requirements:

• Night Shift

Essential Functions:

• The Registered Nurse provides nursing care in the health care system within the scope of practice defined by the Nurse Practice Act and regulatory standards and assures awareness of ethical standards of practice as defined by the ANA code of ethics.
• The Registered Nurse assures safety in practice and is inclusive of the principles of evidence-based practice by maintaining a realization of own individual level of knowledge and experience and assumes responsibility for advancing knowledge of self and others of the patient care team by communication with and utilizing resource persons and programs available.
• The Registered Nurse is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors.
• The Registered Nurse is responsible for knowledge of the patient population served.
• The Registered Nurse is responsible for supervising and directing the delegation of tasks to appropriate team members and collaborates with other patient care providers.
• The Registered Nurse is responsible for consistently setting and evaluating priorities through appropriate interventions with measurable outcomes toward improvement.
• The Registered Nurse is an individual practitioner and the interdisciplinary team manager, utilizes the nursing process to integrate all aspects of the provision of care and individualizes the plan of care to address a specific patient’s needs.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• 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 our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer