Registered Nurse (RN), Outpatient Adult Infusion - Per Diem
RWJ New Brunswick
New Brunswick, NJ
Posted Jul 30 · Not open to new grads
- Shift
- 10-hour days
- Unit
- Oncology
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- 10-hour days
- Weekends
- Weekends required
- Term
- Per Diem
- Practice
- Epic charting
- Setting
- Hospital
- Accepts
- RN
More role details
- Experience
- 2+ years
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
The median for nursing in New Jersey is $43/hr, across 512 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
- Req #: 0000258771
- Category: Infusion Nursing
- Status: Per Diem
- Shift: Day
Read the full posting
- Facility: RWJ New Brunswick
- Department: O/P Treatment Area CINJ
- Pay Range: $47.85 - $71.72 per hour
Location
165 Somerset Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
- Job Title: PD RN
- Location: Morris Cancer Center
- Department Name: O/P Treatment Area CINJ
Req #: 0000258771
- Status: Hourly
- Shift: Day
- Pay Range: $47.85 - $71.72 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, as is prior patient care experience and comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC. At least 2 years of hospital Oncology Experience.
Must have knowledge and hands on experience with chemotherapy regimens, safe handling and infusion nursing practice ONS Chemotherapy & Immunotherapy Certification is required. This is a Per Diem position with Monday through Friday schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m & 9 p.m -7:30pm. & 1 Saturday shift per month, allowing you to build strong patient relationships while maintaining balance.
The Nurse Clinicians of the Infusion Area at the Jack & Cheryl Morris Cancer Center are experts in the delivery of cancer treatments including novel therapeutics that are being tested in clinical trials. They practice in the adult or pediatric setting as part of the multidisciplinary healthcare team. Their work is focused on providing comprehensive assessments and anticipatory care to manage side effects related to therapy. Patient and family education are integral to this practice.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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“At least 2 years of hospital Oncology Experience. Must have knowledge and hands on experience with chemotherapy regimens, safe handling and infusion nursing practice ON” · from this posting
Requirements
- RN
- New Jersey Registered Nurse license
- Direct patient care
- Hospital rounding experience
- Nursing
- Post-session clinical documentation
- Electronic health records (EHR) management
- RN License
- Chemotherapy administration
- Hourly pay
Place
- City
- New Brunswick, NJ
- Median rent
- $1,814/mo
- Local household income
- $65,810/yr
- State price level
- 9% above the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
New Jersey index 108.8, where 100 is the national average.
New Brunswick, known as "The Healthcare City," sits along the Raritan River and is home to Rutgers University and major medical institutions. This diverse college town offers a lively downtown, cultural venues, and strong nursing career opportunities all within a compact, transit-connected hub.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities.
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Oncology is a specialty you move into. Chemo cards are the working credential; infusion hires in too.
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