RN Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical Unit V

RWJBarnabas Health; Lakewood Township (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health in New Jersey seeks an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for the 5 Heritage Medical-Surgical & Postoperative Telemetry Unit. The role emphasizes bedside assessment, evidence-based care, and collaboration with physicians to ensure safe transitions.

A NJ RN license and BLS are required, with a BSN preferred and EPIC EMR experience. The unit is an 18-bed inpatient setting focusing on postoperative and telemetry care, offering growth, teamwork, and ongoing education within a

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey RN license in good standing.
• BLS certification required.
• BSN preferred; patient care experience.
• Experience with EMR systems (EPIC) encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and recognize clinical changes.
• Provide safe, evidence-based medications and hands-on care.
• Serve as clinical partner to physicians and advanced providers.
• Educate patients and families to ensure understanding and preparation.
• Document accurately in the EMR to promote continuity of care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds to support transitions.

Skills

Active NJ RN license

BLS certification

EMR (EPIC) experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Job Title: RN

Location: MMC Southern Campus

Department Name: Medical Surgical Unit V

Req #: 0000266979

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $46.90 - $63.97 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.

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.

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


• 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 certification. A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is strongly preferred, as is prior patient care experience and comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC.

About the Unit:

5 Heritage – Medical-Surgical & Postoperative Telemetry Unit

18-bed inpatient unit

5 Heritage is a fast-paced medical-surgical telemetry unit specializing in the care of postoperative surgical patients. The team provides care for patients recovering from abdominal, bariatric, orthopedic joint replacement, urologic, and vascular surgeries, including amputations and irrigation and debridement procedures. In addition to its surgical population, the unit cares for a broad range of general medical-surgical and telemetry patients with complex medical conditions.

All patient rooms are equipped for continuous cardiac telemetry monitoring. Registered nurses receive training in basic dysrhythmia recognition and are responsible for continuous cardiac rhythm interpretation. The unit maintains a close collaborative relationship with surgeons, anesthesiology, the PACU team, physical therapy, and other interdisciplinary partners to provide comprehensive postoperative care.