RN Registered Nurse - Short Term Care (Toms River)

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

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental & vision insurance

Retirement plans

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

HSAs/FSAs

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an RN for the Short Term Care (STC) unit in Toms River, NJ. The role focuses on behavioral health nursing within a 40-bed STC unit, offering day shifts and hourly compensation.

The RN will perform assessments, administer care, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective patient transitions. Applicants must hold an active New Jersey RN license in good standing with a current BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive patient assessments and recognizing clinical changes.
• Administering medications and treatments safely with strong clinical judgment.
• Collaborating with physicians and advanced providers for coordinated care.
• Educating patients and families to support informed decision-making.
• Documenting care accurately in the electronic medical record.

Skills

Patient assessment

Clinical judgment

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

RN Registered Nurse - Short Term Care (Toms River)

Req #: 0000264386

Category: Behavioral Health Nursing

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

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: RN

Location: Central Jersey Behavioral

Department Name: Short Term Care (STC)

Req #: 0000264386

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:

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.

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
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer