RN, Operating Room

Job Title: RN

Location: Morris Cancer Center

Department Name: Operating Room

Req #: 0000229337

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.

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated Registered Nurse for our Operating Room at the state-of-the-art Morris Cancer Center on the New Brunswick campus.

The OR Nurse will provide high-quality patient care in the surgical setting, working collaboratively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals. This role requires a detail-oriented and proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is dedicated to improving surgical outcomes for our patients.

Learn about our Operating Room – Link: https://vimeo.com/1078694208

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum of 1 year OR experience, or recent graduate from the Periop101 program.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure surgical environment.

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Current RN license in the state of New Jersey.
• BLS and ACLS certification required.

Preferred:

• CNOR certification preferred but not required.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Schedule: 40 Hours per week, Evening shift 3:00p-11:30p
• Weekends, Holidays, and on-call requirements as assigned.
• Full Time

Essential Functions:

• The OR Nurse will provide high-quality patient care in the surgical setting, working collaboratively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals.
• This role requires a detail-oriented and proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is dedicated to improving surgical outcomes for oncology patients.
• Prepare and maintain a sterile environment in the operating room.
• Assess, plan, and implement patient care before, during, and after surgery.
• Assist surgical teams by providing necessary instruments and supplies.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care.
• Adhere to hospital policies and best practices in perioperative nursing.
• Document patient progress and maintain accurate medical records.

Benefits and Perks:

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)

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health Jack & Sheryl Morris Cancer Center!

The Morris Cancer Center in New Brunswick, NJ opened in May 2025. This is a $750 million, 12-story, 510,000-square-foot facility and is the state’s first and only freestanding cancer hospital. Patients at the center will be able to receive a range of inpatient and outpatient cancer care, including advanced imaging services as well as radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and surgical treatments. Wellness, prevention, and education resources will also be available for the community, patients, caregivers, and families.