RN Registered Nurse - Short Term Care

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

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Short Term Care unit in Central Jersey Behavioral Health, located at 1691 U.S. Highway 9, Toms River, NJ. This per diem, night shift role requires an active NJ RN license and BLS certification.

A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, with EMR experience (EPIC) highly valued. You will perform assessments, administer medications, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, educate patients and families, and ensure accurate documentation in the

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey RN license in good standing.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing strongly preferred.
• Prior patient care experience and comfort with EMR systems (EPIC).
• Per Diem/hourly position with night shift.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and recognize clinical changes promptly.
• Provide safe, evidence-based medications, treatments, and hands-on care.
• Serve as a clinical partner to physicians for well-coordinated care decisions.
• Educate patients and families clearly to support the next phase of care.
• Document accurately in the EMR to promote continuity and safety.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Medication administration

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

NJ RN license

BLS certification

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

RN Registered Nurse - Short Term Care

Req #: 0000269014

Category: Behavioral Health Nursing

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Night

Facility: Central Jersey Behavioral Health

Department: Short Term Care (STC)

Pay Range: $46.90 - $63.97 per hour

Location: 1691 U.S. Highway 9, Toms River, NJ 08755

Job Title: PD RN

Location: Central Jersey Behavioral

Department Name: Short Term Care (STC)

Req #: 0000269014

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

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:

STC is a 40 bed involuntary behavioral health unit for the most acutely ill patients in Ocean County. The majority of the patients have a diagnosis related to psychosis. The average length of stay is about 7-10 days.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer