RN, Behavioral Health (Day Shift): Growth & Education

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription DrugInsurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Employee Discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) to join the psychiatric inpatient DDMI unit at Trinitas Regional Medical Center in Elizabeth, NJ. The RN will perform assessments, administer medications, and coordinate care for adults with autism and varying medical needs.

Applicants must hold an active NJ RN license with BLS; ACLS within six months. BSN preferred; minimum 1 year Behavioral Health or related experience; EPIC EMR experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey RN license or Multistate with NJ endorsement
• BLS certification current
• ACLS certification within six months of hire
• BSN strongly preferred; nursing degree from accredited school required
• Minimum 1 year Behavioral Health, Medical/Surgical or Telemetry experience
• EPIC EMR experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and recognize clinical changes to intervene early
• Administer medications and provide hands-on care with strong clinical judgment
• Serve as clinical partner to physicians, supporting timely, coordinated care decisions
• Provide clear, compassionate education to patients and families
• Ensure accurate documentation in the EMR to promote continuity of care
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and collaborative problem-solving
• Support unit performance improvement and patient safety initiatives

Skills

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Clinical judgment

Team collaboration

EMR experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) to join the psychiatric inpatient DDMI unit at Trinitas Regional Medical Center in Elizabeth, NJ. The RN will perform assessments, administer medications, and coordinate care for adults with autism and varying medical needs.

Applicants must hold an active NJ RN license with BLS; ACLS within six months. BSN preferred; minimum 1 year Behavioral Health or related experience; EPIC EMR experience preferred.