Registered Nurse (RN), Post Intensive Care Unit III (Respiratory Care)

Req #: 0000266141 | Category: Nurses | Status: Part-Time | Shift: Night | Facility: RWJ New Brunswick | Department: Post Intensive Care- III | Location: One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

About the role

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 within the Post Intensive Care Unit III at RWJ University Hospital New Brunswick, 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. Post Intensive Care Unit III is also known as the Respiratory Care Unit. It is comprised of 19 beds each with a bedside monitor and the capability for step down ICU/progressive care. We care for a vast array of medical patients including ALS, chronic ventilator patients, pneumonia, alcohol withdrawal.

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

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is strongly preferred or must be completed within 5 years upon hire
• ACLS Certification is preferred or must be obtained within 6 months of employment
• Prior 1-2 years of RN experience within acute care is highly preferred
• Comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like 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
• Continuous learning and professional growth mindset
• Collaborative team culture contributor

Pay

Pay Range: $49.03 - $72.39 per hour. The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. Compensation offered will depend on educational background, skills, and professional experience.

Schedule

Part-Time Night Shift schedule from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Monday – Friday with weekend and holiday rotations, 36 hours per week.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Acc