Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) ER Nights

About the role

Since 1882, Jersey City Medical Center has provided Hudson County advanced, state-of-the-art medical treatment across a broad spectrum of different disciplines. Our facility is located on a 15-acre campus and includes both the Wilzig Hospital and the Provident Bank Ambulatory Center. From screenings and diagnostics to life-saving, intensive care, our patients can count on a patient-centric approach that puts their comfort and well-being at the forefront of everything we do.

Jersey City Medical Center has the distinction of having earned 14 “A” national safety ratings from the Leapfrog Group since the program's inception in 2012. Jersey City Medical Center is one of only 401 hospitals in the U.S. to earn a Magnet Designation for Nursing Excellence, and the only hospital in Hudson County to have received the designation three times.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Requirements

• Active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification
• Prior patient care experience in emergency nursing required
• Comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing strongly preferred

Skills

• Clear, compassionate communication
• Strong clinical judgment
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to evidence-based practice
• Empathy and professionalism
• Desire for continuous learning and professional growth
• Collaborative team culture

Schedule

• Night Shift, 7p-7:15a
• Per diem
• 2 shifts per month with 1 shift being weekends, 1 winter holiday and 1 summer holiday

Pay

$47.85 - $67.04 per hour