Registered Nurse (RN) Post Anesthesia Care Unit Full Time Night

RWJBarnabas Health; Communipaw (NJ); On-site; USD 66,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical and Prescription DrugInsurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Insurance (Short & Long)

Life & AD&D Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care/Dependent Care FSAs

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits

Discounts Through Partners

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) at Jersey City Medical Center. This full-time night position requires NJ RN licensure, BLS and ACLS, plus Basic Dysrhythmia training, with a BSN or active enrollment.

Expect PACU/ICU experience and EMR proficiency (EPIC). The role emphasizes teamwork, patient safety, and lifelong learning within a supportive, safety-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey RN license in good standing.
• Current BLS certification.
• ACLS required; Basic Dysrhythmia course completed.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing required or BSN in progress with expected completion date.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and recognize clinical changes.
• Administer safe, evidence-based medications and hands-on care.
• Collaborate with physicians and advanced providers for timely coordinated care decisions.
• Provide clear, compassionate education to patients and families.
• Document accurately in the EMR to promote continuity and safety.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and promote smooth transitions of care.
• Engage in a collaborative team culture and pursue ongoing professional growth.

Skills

NJ RN license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Dysrhythmia training

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

BSN in progress

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) Post Anesthesia Care Unit Full Time Night

Req #: 0000271177

Category: Nurses

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Night

Facility: Jersey City Medical Center

Department: Post Anesth Care Unit

Pay Range: $47.85 - $67.04 per hour

Location: 355 Grand Street, Jersey CIty, NJ 07302

Post Anesthesia Care Unit Registered Nurse (RN) - RWJBarnabas Health

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.

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.

As a Registered Nurse (RN), a typical day may include:

• 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

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 hold an active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing and a current American Heart Association BLS certification Successful completion of Basic Dysrhythmia course and ACLS required. A bachelor's degree in nursing is required or actively enrolled in a BSN program with expected completion date. Minimum 1 year of PACU, ICU or Surgical ICU RN experience. Comfortable with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC. This is a full time night shift position, Monday - Friday. Must be able to work every other weekend and rotating holidays required. Scheduled allowing you to build strong patient relationships while maintaining balance.

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 on 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

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer