Registered Nurse- PACU- Old Bridge Medical Center- Per Diem Days

Hackensack Meridian Health

Old Bridge, New Jersey

Eligibility: Post Anesthesia Care Unit

Posted Oct 8

Shift and hours: Days
Unit and setting: PACU · Hospital
License: RN license
Term: Per Diem

What it pays

Against similar roles: In range for New Jersey PRN rolesNew Jersey PRN postings that state pay run $37/hr to $57/hr, the middle half $45/hr to $56/hr, across 553 postings.

Benefits

health, dental, vision
paid leave
tuition reimbursement
retirement benefits

Support on this unit

The posting does not state the assignment size, and nothing published names it for this unit.

Orientation: Residency program ust have six (6) or more months of relevant nursing experience OR must be an active participant with Hackensack Meridian Health's Nurse Residency Program.

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Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Registered Nurse functions as a caregiver for a specific patient population in order to achieve desired outcomes. This position focuses on expanding knowledge and skills, provides effective direct care as part of the interdisciplinary team to a variety of complex patients. This position directs and oversees the care provided by other caregivers through delegation, validation, evaluation, and coordination. This position effectively coordinates patient care/unit activities among nursing peers, physicians and support services.

What's around it?

In Old Bridge, NJ

Old Bridge, NJ

Living costs about 9% above the US average

Life in Old Bridge, NJ

NeighborhoodsOld Bridge features several distinct suburban pockets catering to different lifestyle needs. Heritage Woods offers quiet, tree-lined streets near local parks and retail centers, appealing to those seeking traditional suburban living. Highpointe Estates is characterized by spacious single-family homes, established community activities, and quick access to regional arterials. Newer master-planned communities like Woodhaven and The Oaks at Glenwood draw buyers looking for contemporary layouts, while South Old Bridge is frequently favored by commuters aiming to position themselves closer to transit hubs and neighboring Monmouth County communities.

Old Bridge features several distinct suburban pockets catering to different lifestyle needs. Heritage Woods offers quiet, tree-lined streets near local parks and retail centers, appealing to those seeking traditional suburban living.

Highpointe Estates is characterized by spacious single-family homes, established community activities, and quick access to regional arterials. Newer master-planned communities like Woodhaven and The Oaks at Glenwood draw buyers looking for contemporary layouts, while South Old Bridge is frequently favored by commuters aiming to position themselves closer to transit hubs and neighboring Monmouth County communities.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: jerseyrealestate.co Source 2: reddit.com Source 3: youtube.com

Getting aroundOld Bridge functions primarily as a car-dependent and bus-oriented township traversed by Route 9, Route 18, and the Garden State Parkway, with straightforward connections to the New Jersey Turnpike. For regional transit, NJ TRANSIT operates commuter bus routes including the 133, 135, 138, and 139 serving local park-and-rides, heavily focused on peak weekday hours rather than continuous all-day schedules. While rail commuters must drive to stations in adjacent municipalities and local drivers access nearby ferry service in South Amboy, hospital shifts require personal vehicles, and peak-hour road congestion along the commercial arteries remains a persistent reality.

Old Bridge functions primarily as a car-dependent and bus-oriented township traversed by Route 9, Route 18, and the Garden State Parkway, with straightforward connections to the New Jersey Turnpike. For regional transit, NJ TRANSIT operates commuter bus routes including the 133, 135, 138, and 139 serving local park-and-rides, heavily focused on peak weekday hours rather than continuous all-day schedules.

While rail commuters must drive to stations in adjacent municipalities and local drivers access nearby ferry service in South Amboy, hospital shifts require personal vehicles, and peak-hour road congestion along the commercial arteries remains a persistent reality.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: thetullygroup.com Source 2: youtube.com Source 3: youtube.com

OutdoorsOld Bridge contains more than 300 acres of developed township parkland alongside direct waterfront access along the Raritan Bay. Residents frequent local hiking and biking paths in neighborhood reserves around Heritage Woods and utilize township sports facilities for organized recreation. The township's Central Jersey geography also places residents within a half-hour drive of Atlantic coastal beaches along the Jersey Shore, making fishing, coastal walks, and water outings convenient weekend escapes.

Old Bridge contains more than 300 acres of developed township parkland alongside direct waterfront access along the Raritan Bay. Residents frequent local hiking and biking paths in neighborhood reserves around Heritage Woods and utilize township sports facilities for organized recreation.

The township's Central Jersey geography also places residents within a half-hour drive of Atlantic coastal beaches along the Jersey Shore, making fishing, coastal walks, and water outings convenient weekend escapes.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: newjerseyrealestatenetwork.com Source 2: jerseyrealestate.co Source 3: youtube.com

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Living in Old Bridge

For relocating nurses, Old Bridge offers a practical suburban compromise in Central Jersey, balancing accessible housing layouts against excellent regional highway connectivity. Anchored along Route 9, Route 18, and the Garden State Parkway, the township is defined by car-oriented accessibility rather than rail hubs, with NJ TRANSIT express buses and nearby South Amboy ferry links rounding out transit. Healthcare workers can choose between classic Cape Cods and colonials in Heritage Woods, upscale houses in Highpointe Estates, or contemporary townhomes in Woodhaven. Off-shift hours are well-supported by established gathering places like Ponte Vecchio, Pine Tavern, and the lively Madison Modern Social, with over 300 acres of township parkland and the Raritan Bay shoreline offering quiet outdoor breathing room. Old Bridge provides noticeably more living space and economic diversity than northern commuter suburbs or neighboring Marlboro, though newcomers must adjust to tight housing inventory and predictable rush-hour highway slowdowns.

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As of 2026-04-14Source 1: jerseyrealestate.co Source 2: thetullygroup.com Source 3: youtube.com Source 4: reddit.com Source 5: newjerseyrealestatenetwork.com

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