Job Title: RN
Location: RWJUH Somerset
Department Name: Emergency Department
Status: Hourly
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $46.90 - $63.44 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.
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. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification is required. At least 1 year previous acute care experience is preferred. An Associate's degree in Nursing is required. 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. This position is Day shift, 36 hours per week, 7am-7:30pm.
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
- Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Life & Accidental Death Insurance
- Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
- Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
