Registered Nurse (RN) Psych IP-Adult DDMI Full Time Night

RWJBarnabas Health

Elizabeth (NJ)

On-site

USD 67,000 - 92,000

Full time

24 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the psychiatric inpatient DDMI unit at Trinitas Regional Medical Center in Elizabeth, NJ. The role includes night shifts on a 36-hour week schedule with a competitive hourly pay range.

Qualified candidates will hold an active NJ RN license, BLS, ACLS within six months, and have at least 1 year of Behavioral Health or Telemetry experience. BSN preferred and EPIC EMR experience a plus.

Qualifications

Active New Jersey RN license in good standing
BLS certification current and ACLS within 6 months of hire
BSN preferred; acute behavioral health/telemetry experience encouraged
Minimum 1 year Behavioral Health, Medical/Surgical, or Telemetry experience
Experience with EPIC or similar EMR systems preferred

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive patient assessments and recognize clinical changes
Administer medications and provide hands-on care with strong clinical judgment
Collaborate with physicians and advanced practice providers for coordinated care
Educate patients and families to support understanding and next steps
Document accurately and timely in the electronic medical record
Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and ensure seamless communication
Collaborate in a high-performing team focused on safety and outcomes
Provide age-appropriate nursing care and participate in discharge planning
Engage in ongoing professional development and unit performance improvement

Skills

Clear communication

Clinical judgment

Teamwork

Empathy

Evidence-based practice

Education

New Jersey RN license

Bachelors in Nursing (BSN)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Tools

EPIC EMR

ACLS

Job description

Req #: 0000271804

Category: Nurses

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Night

Facility: Trinitas Regional Medical Center

Department: Psych IP-Adult DDMI

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: Psych IP-Adult DDMI

Req #: 0000271804

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 and or Telemetry 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 7p-7:30a. This position requires every other weekend and holiday required. The schedule during the week will vary depending on department needs. This position offers a Full Time Night Shift schedule and 36 working hours weekly, allowing you to build strong patient relationships while maintaining balance.

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.