Registered Nurse (RN) Psych Adult DDD 12 Bed Unit Full Time Night

RWJBarnabas Health; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 67,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Employee Discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for our psychiatric inpatient Dual Diagnosis unit at Trinitas Regional Medical Center in Elizabeth, NJ. This role requires a current NJ RN license, BLS, and ACLS within six months, with at least 1 year of related nursing experience.

The position features full-time, night shift hours and competitive hourly pay with a strong benefits package. The RN will conduct assessments, administer medications, educate families, and participate in rounds and

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey RN license or Multistate license with NJ endorsement.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• ACLS certification within six months of hire.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing strongly preferred.
• At least 1 year of Behavioral Health, Medical/Surgical, Telemetry, or similar nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and recognize clinical changes.
• Administer safe medications and provide hands-on care.
• Collaborate with physicians and advanced providers for timely care decisions.
• Educate patients and families for the next phase of care.
• Document accurately in the EMR to ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and smooth transitions of care.
• Provide age-specific nursing care and discharge planning.

Skills

Communication

Clinical judgment

Teamwork

Empathy

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Req #: 0000271806

Category: Nurses

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Evening

Facility: Trinitas Regional Medical Center

Department: Adult DDD 12 Bed Unit

Pay Range: $48.29 - $67.04 per hour

Location: 655 E. Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206

Job Title: RN

Location: NEW POINT CAMPUS

Department Name: Adult DDD 12 Bed Unit

Req #: 0000271806

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $48.29 - $67.04 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 RWJBarnabas Health, the Registered Nurse (RN) working on the psychiatric inpatient 22 bed Dual Diagnosis Mental Illness (DDMI) unit specializes in treatment of patients with autism and intellectual disabilities and varying medical complexities. Trinitas is proud to be the only hospital in New Jersey with a separate unit to serve this population. The psychiatric inpatient 27 bed closed unit is an involuntary unit. Patients are committed to being inpatient for treatment and can have varying medical complexities. The psychiatric inpatient 21bed open unit is a voluntary unit. Patients are able to sign themselves in for treatment and can have varying medical complexities. Our staff are cross trained to work all the units within our inpatient behavioral health department. We provide management of acutely ill patients with lift-threatening conditions requiring complex assessment, high- intensity therapies and interventions, and continuous nursing vigilance. Our care management consists of care bundles based on evidence‑based practices that are executed with compassion and caring. 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
• Organizes and administers individualized age-specific professional care to patients within an assigned unit of the hospital in support of medical care.
• Participates in patient teaching and discharge planning.
• Pursuing continued professional growth through access to continuing education, clinical ladder opportunities, and organizational resources that support long term career progression
• Participates in unit Performance Improvement evaluation activities.
• Supports the philosophy, objectives and the mission and vision of the Medical Center and the Department of Nursing. Practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association Standards of Practice, Code of Ethics for Nurses, Department of Health Regulations, TJC requirements and other regulatory agencies.

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 were 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
• 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 or Multistate RN License with NJ Endorsement in good standing and current American Heart Association BLS certification as well as ACLS certification within six (6) months of hire. A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is strongly preferred; graduation from an accredited School of Nursing is required. At least one (1) year of Behavioral Health, Medical/Surgical, Telemetry, and or similar nursing experience is required. Psychiatric-Mental Health certifications and/or national nursing certifications, and comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC are preferred. In this position, you will work Full Time hours on Night shift 7p-7:30a. This position requires every other weekend and holiday required. The schedule during the week will vary depending on department needs.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer