RN Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical Unit II in Lakewood, New Jersey at RWJBarnabas Health

Job Title: RN

Location: MMC Southern Campus

Department Name: Medical-Surgical Unit-II

Req #: 0000256863

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $48.29 - $65.06 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 degree in Nursing is required, prior patient care experience and comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC is preferred.

About the Unit:

4 Heritage – Infectious Disease & Stroke Telemetry Unit

18-bed inpatient unit

4 Heritage is a specialized medical-surgical telemetry unit with a focus on infectious disease and stroke care. The unit provides care for patients requiring isolation precautions, treatment for acute and chronic infections, and administration of long-term intravenous antibiotic therapy.

Nurses receive enhanced education in stroke care, including NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification and advanced stroke competencies to care for patients recovering from acute cerebrovascular events. The team partners closely with physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and rehabilitation services to optimize patient recovery while continuing to provide comprehensive care for general medical-surgical and telemetry patients.

All registered nurses are trained in basic dysrhythmia recognition and continuous cardiac telemetry monitoring.