RN

Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative; Garfield (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice coverage included

Monday–Friday schedule

Job summary

Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative (BVMI) in Garfield, NJ is seeking a Registered Nurse for a regular part-time role dedicated to delivering primary and preventive care to uninsured residents.

The RN will join a multidisciplinary team, may serve as Charge Nurse when needed, and will participate in EMR documentation. Schedule is Monday–Friday with no nights or weekends; malpractice coverage is included.

Qualifications

• BSN required and RN license in New Jersey (unrestricted).
• Experience in fast-paced primary care or ambulatory settings preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and ability to train others.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with practitioners and nurse managers to address urgent, chronic, and preventive care.
• Support patients on-site and via telehealth; assist providers during visits.
• Record vitals and clinical data accurately in the EMR; ensure documentation quality.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

EMR training

Education

BSN

Tools

EMR System

Job description

Job Title:

Registered Nurse

Job Type:

Regular Part-Time

Location:

Garfield, NJ (In-Person)

Compensation:

$37–$39 per hour | Malpractice Coverage Included

About BVMI

Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative (BVMI) is a NJ State licensed nonprofit ambulatory care center providing free primary and preventive medical care to low-income, working, uninsured residents of Bergen County. Guided by a "Culture of Caring" philosophy, our staff and dedicated cadre of volunteer practitioners are committed to serving patients of diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds with dignity and respect.

Why BVMI?

Looking for meaningful, mission-driven work with a schedule that fits your life? BVMI offers a Monday–Friday schedule with no nights and no weekends, a supportive team, and the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of Bergen County's uninsured residents.

• Part-Time | 24 hours/week | Flexible 3-day schedule
• $37–$39/hour | Malpractice coverage included
• Beautiful, modern, fully equipped facility
• Collaborative, mission-driven team environment
• Bilingual (Spanish) candidates strongly encouraged to apply

Position Overview

The Staff Nurse is a vital member of the clinical team, providing high-quality primary and preventive healthcare to a multi-cultural, uninsured population. This role operates within a "Culture of Caring" that is respectful of patients and supportive of medical excellence. When required, the Staff Nurse may serve as a clinical lead to oversee patient flow and ensure nursing coverage.

Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Care & Treatment

• Collaborative Care: Work with practitioners and nurse managers as part of a treatment team to address urgent, chronic, and preventive healthcare needs.
• Patient Support: Assist practitioners in providing care both on-site and via telehealth platforms.
• Assessment: Accurately take and record vital signs and other clinical visit information within the EMR.
• Education: Provide healthcare education to patients and facilitate referrals to necessary ancillary services.

Leadership & Supervision

• Operational Oversight: Fill in as Charge Nurse as needed, supervising nursing staff and overseeing patient flow to maintain clinic efficiency.
• Volunteer Support: Work effectively with BVMI’s large volunteer medical staff to ensure seamless clinical operations.

Systems & Documentation

• EMR Utilization: Maintain proficiency in the EMR system for all patient documentation.
• Compliance: Adhere to all clinical protocols and safety standards as established by the Director of Nursing.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Licensure: Current, unrestricted RN licensure in the State of New Jersey.
• Experience: Previous experience in a fast-paced primary care practice or hospital-based ambulatory service.
• Skills: Excellent interpersonal communication skills; knowledge of Electronic Medical Records (EMR) with the ability to train others.
• Language: Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

BVMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BVMI is guided by a “Culture of Caring” philosophy; its staff is committed to working with patients of diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds and a dedicated cadre of volunteer practitioners who provide care for our patients. The BVMI Healthcare Center is a NJ State licensed ambulatory care center providing free primary and preventive medical care to low-income, working, uninsured residents of Bergen County. BVMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information visit www.bvmi.org.

This job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change. Employees are expected to perform other duties as assigned. Employment is at-will.