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Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health/Short Term Care Per Diem Nights

Newark, New Jersey

$49.28–$67.04/hr

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Posted Aug 29, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 30, 2026

What this means for you

It's a night shift — quieter halls, a tighter crew, and your daylight hours back. Twelve-hour shifts compress the week — three days on, four days yours.

What the listing says

Shift
Nights · 12-hour
Weekends, holidays, call
This position offers a per diem night schedule from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. and (3) three shifts per month (1) weekend shift, (2)shifts Mon-Fri
EHR & union
EHR: Epic
Facility
Teaching hospital

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Req #: 0000261240 Category: Nurses Status: Per Diem Shift: Night Facility: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Department: Short Term Care (STC) Pay Range: $49.28 - $67.04 per hour Location: 201 LYONS AVENUE, NEWARK, NJ 07112-2027 Job Title: PD RN Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr Department Name: Short Term Care (STC) Req #: 0000261240 Status: Hourly Shift: Night Pay Range: $49.28 - $67.04 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. Job Overview: First established in 1901, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center is a 665-bed quaternary care, teaching hospital that provides comprehensive healthcare for the region. Staffed with more than 800 physicians, 3200 employees, and 150 volunteers, our hospital is ready to provide you and your family with the quality care you need. Behavioral Health/Short Term Care (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 or Multistate RN License with NJ Endorsement and a current American Heart Association BLS certification. 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. Experienced required with Behavioral Health Adult population with a minimum of (2) years experience. This position offers a per diem night schedule from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. and (3) three shifts per month (1) weekend shift, (2)shifts Mon-Fri, (1) Winter Holiday and (1) Summer holiday is required. Schedule during the week will vary depending on department needs, allowing you to build strong patient relationships while maintaining balance. 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

Skills for this role

Patient assessmentsEvidence-based medications administrationDirect patient careCare documentationMultidisciplinary team collaborationPatient family and caregiver education

Certifications

BLS

Requirements

  • RN
  • Compact RN
  • Direct patient care
  • Hospital rounding experience
  • Nursing
  • Electronic health records (EHR) management
  • RN License
  • Hourly pay
  • BLS Certification
  • Patient advocacy

Living in Newark, NJ

Newark sits just eight miles from Manhattan, offering urban energy with easy NYC access. The Ironbound district is known for its Portuguese and Brazilian dining, while Branch Brook Park blooms with one of the nation's largest cherry blossom displays. Home to major teaching hospitals, it blends career opportunity with city culture.

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Metro price level · Newark area
13% above the national average
BEA index 112.6 (100 = national)
Median gross rent
$1,392/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities
Median household income
$52,060/yr
all local households, not nurse pay

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024

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