Registered Nurse (RN) Rapid Response Team Part Time Nights

RWJBarnabas Health; Belleville (NJ); On-site; USD 65,601 - 87,794; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is hiring a Registered Nurse for the Rapid Response Team at Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, NJ. This part-time night role emphasizes urgent bedside assessment, timely interventions, and seamless coordination with the care team.

Active NJ RN license with BLS/ACLS is required; BSN preferred. ICU nursing experience and EPIC EMR familiarity help you contribute to patient safety and professional growth in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing.
• Current American Heart Association BLS and ACLS certifications.
• BSN is strongly preferred; ICU nursing experience beneficial.
• Experience with EPIC or similar EMR system.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and respond to clinical changes.
• Administer medications and treatments with strong clinical judgment.
• Collaborate with physicians and advanced providers for coordinated care.
• Educate patients and families to prepare for next care phase.
• Document accurately in the EMR to ensure continuity and safety.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and promote teamwork.
• Support ongoing professional development and clinical ladder opportunities.

Skills

Communication

Clinical judgment

Teamwork

Patient care

Education

Nursing Bachelor's degree (preferred)

New Jersey RN license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) Rapid Response Team Part Time Nights

Req #: 0000259472

Category: Nurses

Status: Part-Time

Shift: Night

Facility: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department: Nursing Supervisors

Pay Range: $47.62 - $63.73 per hour

Location: 1 CLARA MAASS DRIVE, BELLEVILLE, NJ 07109

Job Title: RN

Location: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department Name: Nursing Supervisors

Req #: 0000259472

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $47.62 - $63.73 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:

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Registered Nurse for our Rapid Response Team at Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, NJ. With over 700 physicians and 2,100 employees, we offer advanced treatment for a wide variety of medical conditions. In 2017, the Medical Center completed a state-of-the-art campus expansion featuring a new four-story 87,000 square foot building with a private, 32 bed Intensive Care Unit, new Main Entrance and Lobby, Retail Pharmacy, Patient Registration Area and newly expanded Emergency Department.

Registered Nurse (RN) - RWJBarnabas Health

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.

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 and ACLS certifications. A Bachelor's degree in Nursing is strongly preferred, as is prior ICU nursing patient care experience and comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC. This position is 7p-7:30a and is every weekend.

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.

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

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer