Registered Nurse; RN), Post ICU-II, Rahway, NJ

Job Title:

Registered Nurse (RN)

Location:

RWJUH Rahway Hospital

Department Name:
Post Intensive Care Unit-II

Req #:

Status:
Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $48.29 — $65.73 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.

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Rahway offers comprehensive outpatient services designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Our services include wound care and hyperbaric medicine, pulmonary rehab, cardiac rehab, physical, occupational, and speech therapy for adults and children, incontinence treatment, diabetes management, weight‑loss programs for adults and children, neuropathy treatment, balance testing, and sleep center services. Additionally, our campus features partnering facilities such as Kindred Hospital New Jersey for long‑term acute care and Care Connection, a subacute hospital managed by Alaris Health, dedicated to rehabilitating patients before discharge.

We provide acute care, long‑term acute and rehabilitative care, and outpatient services to ensure patients and their families receive comprehensive support for their recovery journey. We actively engage our local community through education programs to promote better health decisions and overall well‑being.

• Requires a minimum of 2 yearsplus of critical care experience, Post ICUpreferred.
• ASN or Nursing Diploma,a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, is strongly preferred.
• Strong communication, critical and organizational skills
• Proficient computer skills

• Required BLS through the American Heart Association upon hire
• ACLS Certification is required within 6 months from the date of hire.
• Active New Jersey Registered Nurse License or active Compact Registered Nurse License with New Jersey endorsement

• Day Shift, Full-Time, Day, 36hour work week.

• Conducting comprehensive patient assessments and recognizing 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

• 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…