Registered Nurse - Orthopedics Unit
Toms River, New Jersey
Health system employer
RN
Posted Aug 17
- Shift
- Days
- Unit
- Orthopedics
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Days
- Term
- Permanent
- Practice
- Epic charting
- Setting
- Hospital
- 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
Req #: 0000261189
- Category: Nurses
- Status: Full-Time
- Shift: Day
- Facility: Community Medical Center
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- Department: Orthopedics Unit
- Pay Range: $48.29 - $65.06 per hour
Location
99 highway 37 west, toms river, nj 08755
- Job Title: RN
- Location: Community Medical Center
- Department Name: Orthopedics Unit
Req #: 0000261189
- 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 Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is strongly preferred, or required within 5 years of hire. Prior patient care experience and comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC is preferred.
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Plans Short & Long Term Disability Life & Accidental Death Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Requirements
- New Jersey RN License
- hire
Place
- City
- Toms River, New Jersey
- Median rent
- $1,731/mo
- Local household income
- $100,137/yr
- State price level
- 9% above the national average
- Address
- 1691 US-9 CN 2025, Toms River, NJ 08753, USA
rent and tenant-paid utilities
all local households, not nurse pay
New Jersey index 108.8, where 100 is the national average.
Toms River sits along New Jersey's Atlantic coast, offering nurses a quieter suburban pace with easy access to beaches and waterfront parks. The community feel is strong, with local shops, seasonal festivals, and a slower pace compared to bigger cities. It's a practical home base for water-loving professionals who prefer calm surroundings over urban bustle.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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RWJBarnabas Health is a healthcare system operating in New Jersey, with a location in Toms River. The organization is part of a broader network of healthcare facilities across the state.
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