Registered Nurse (RN)
Jersey City, New Jersey
Posted Aug 29
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What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Days
- Term
- Permanent
- On the floor
- Charge shifts · Precepting expected
- Setting
- Long Term Care
- Accepts
- RN
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
The median for nursing in New Jersey is $43/hr, across 511 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
- Facility: Optima Care Harborview
- Position: Registered Nurse (RN)
- Location: Jersey City, New Jersey
- Shifts: All Shifts Available
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- Pay Rate: $42–$44 per hour
Join Our Compassionate Care Team
Optima Care Harborview is seeking dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our exceptional clinical team. In this vital role, you will help ensure the safety, comfort, and overall well-being of our residents while delivering high-quality, person-centered care in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient medical records and monitor vital signs
Supervise nursing staff to ensure efficient daily operations and quality care delivery
Manage administrative responsibilities, including scheduling, nursing assignments, and care plans
Oversee patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to ensure smooth transitions
Provide leadership, guidance, mentorship, and support to the nursing team
Collaborate with physicians and facility leadership to optimize resident outcomes
Communicate policy, procedure, and regulatory updates clearly and promptly
Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and regulatory standards
Accurately document patient care activities and clinical interventions
Respond quickly and effectively to emergencies or unexpected situations
Requirements
Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of New Jersey
Strong leadership and supervisory skills
Excellent organizational, communication, and customer service abilities
Commitment to compassionate, resident-centered care
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical & Dental Coverage
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Recognition Program
Supportive, team-oriented work environment
Company perks and employee discounts
Why Join Us?
Join a compassionate, team-oriented workplace where your skills and dedication are valued, and your work makes a meaningful difference every day.
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Requirements
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of New Jersey
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills
- Excellent organizational, communication, and customer service abilities
- Commitment to compassionate, resident-centered care
Place
- City
- Jersey City, New Jersey
- Median rent
- $2,007/mo
- Local household income
- $97,710/yr
- Metro price level
- 13% above the national average
- Address
- 178 - 198 Ogden Ave., Jersey City, NJ 07306, USA
rent and tenant-paid utilities
all local households, not nurse pay
Jersey City area index 112.6, where 100 is the national average.
Jersey City sits directly across the Hudson River from Lower Manhattan, offering skyline views and quick NYC access via PATH trains. The Downtown and waterfront areas blend urban energy with neighborhood charm, giving nurses a compelling option for city life near New York without living in it.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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