Registered Nurse (RN) Neonatal Intensive Care Unit FT Day

About the role

First established in 1901, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center is a 665‑bed quaternary care, teaching hospital that provides comprehensive health care for the region. Staffed with more than 800 physicians, 3200 employees, and 150 volunteers, the hospital offers a full range of services, including the Children's Hospital of New Jersey (CHoNJ) which serves pediatric patients exclusively and features a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit with ECMO, a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Pediatric Emergency Department, and various pediatric subspecialties. As a Registered Nurse in the Neonatal ICU, you will join a purpose‑driven RWJBarnabas Health team focused on teamwork, belonging, clinical excellence, safety, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive patient assessments and recognizing subtle clinical changes, using judgment to intervene early and advocate for 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
• Current NRP Certification
• Current S.T.A.B.L.E Certification

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (strongly preferred)
• Prior or current patient care experience in an acute care setting
• Strong critical care assessment skills
• Comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) such as EPIC

Skills

• Clear, compassionate communication with patients, families, and colleagues
• Strong clinical judgment guiding decisions amid shifting priorities
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment where teamwork drives outcomes
• Commitment to evidence‑based practice
• Empathy and professionalism central to approach
• Value for continuous learning and professional growth
• Active contribution to a collaborative team culture

Benefits

• 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 partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more

Pay

$49.28 – $67.04 per hour

Schedule

Work hours: 7 a.m. – 7:30 p.m., every other weekend and rotating holidays; 36‑hour work week.