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Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor & Delivery

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RWJ Somerset

RWJUH Somerset

Somerville, New Jersey

As a Registered Nurse, you will help advance patient care and strengthen the experience of individuals and families across our organization.

Posted Oct 1

Shift and hours
Night
Unit and setting
Labor & Delivery · Hospital Department Name: Labor & Delivery
License
RN license 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.Active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing
Term
Per Diem This position is Night shift, Per Diem

Do you qualify?

License
Active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing 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. Check your license
Certification
Current American Heart Association BLS certification
Certification
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification is required.
Education
Associate's degree in Nursing An Associate’s degree in Nursing is required.
Experience
At least 1-2 years of Labor and Delivery experience At least 1-2 years of previous Labor and Delivery experience is required.

Preferred

Education
Bachelor's degree in Nursing A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is strongly preferred, as is prior patient care experience and comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC.
Also asks
Prior patient care experience
Also asks
Comfort with electronic medical record systems like EPIC

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.
Pay reviews
Compensation depends on educational background, skills and professional experience

Benefits

  • Continuing education access
  • Clinical ladder opportunities

The role and schedule

Charting
Epic comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC
Day to day
Conducting comprehensive patient assessments and recognizing subtle clinical changes Conducting comprehensive patient assessments and recognizing subtle clinical changes, using your judgment to intervene early and advocate for your patients
Day to day
Providing safe, evidence-based medications, treatments, and hands-on care Providing safe, evidence-based medications, treatments, and hands-on care grounded in strong clinical judgment
Day to day
Serving as a clinical partner to physicians and advanced providers Serving as a clinical partner to physicians and advanced providers, offering insight that supports timely, well-coordinated care decisions
Day to day
Providing clear, compassionate education to patients and families Providing clear, compassionate education to patients and families so they feel informed, supported, and prepared for the next phase of care
Day to day
Ensuring accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record Ensuring accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record to promote continuity and patient safety
Day to day
Contributing during interdisciplinary rounds Contributing your voice during interdisciplinary rounds, helping drive seamless communication and smooth transitions of care
Day to day
Taking an active role in a highly collaborative team environment Taking an active role in a highly collaborative team environment where shared accountability and teamwork directly impact outcomes

The workplaceFrom Medicare Care Compare, Sep 2026 · ANCC.

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RWJ Somerset
Hospital
Robert WOOD Johnson University Hospital - Somerset
Address
110 REHILL AVE, SOMERVILLE, NJ, 08876
CMS rating
3 of 5 stars
Beds
332
Magnet
Designated since 2011

Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to ask
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Build questions for this role

Your fit

On your path

Labor & Delivery is a specialty you move into. Waitlists are common; med surg keeps you moving.

Original listing

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  • Category: Nurses
  • Status: Per Diem
  • Shift: Night
  • Facility: RWJ Somerset
  • Department: Labor & Delivery
  • Pay Range: $46.90 - $63.44 per hour

Location

110 Rehill Ave, Somerville, NJ 08876

  • Job Title: PD RN
  • Location: RWJUH Somerset
  • Department Name: Labor & Delivery
  • Status: Hourly
  • Shift: Night
  • Pay Range: $46.90 - $63.44 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.

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 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

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. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification is required. At least 1-2 years of previous Labor and Delivery experience is required. An Associate’s degree in Nursing is required. A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is strongly preferred, as is prior patient care experience and comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC. This position is Night shift, Per Diem

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

What's around it?

In Somerville, NJ

Somerville, NJFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 9% above the US average

Median rent
$1,802/mo
Household income
$103,760/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Somerville, NJ

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