Job Title: RN
Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr
Department Name: Pain Management Center
Req #: 0000251277
Status: Hourly
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $47.28 - $66.05 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.
Position Summary
The Registered Nurse (RN) in the outpatient pain management practice provides comprehensive clinical nursing care to patients with acute and chronic pain conditions,
The RN supports physicians and advanced practice providers in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, including clinical assessments, procedural support, patient education, care coordination, and regulatory compliance,
This role is critical to optimizing clinic flow, enhancing patient safety, and improving overall patient experience,
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care & Patient Assessment
Perform comprehensive nursing assessments including vital signs, pain scores, and medical history updates
Triage patient needs and communicate clinical concerns to providers
Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures
Recognize and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition
Procedural Support
Prepare patients for interventional pain procedures such as epidural steroid injections, nerve blocks, and trigger point injections
Assist physicians and advanced practice providers during procedures
Maintain sterile technique and proper equipment setup
Monitor patients during recovery and ensure safe discharge
Patient Education & Advocacy
Educate patients and families on pain management plans and procedures
Provide post-procedure instructions and follow-up care guidance
Promote non-pharmacologic pain management strategies
Serve as a patient advocate and liaison between patients and providers
Care Coordination
Coordinate referrals to ancillary services including physical therapy, imaging, and pharmacy
Assist with scheduling follow-up appointments and continuity of care
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure seamless patient care
Documentation & Compliance
Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record
Support compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, and state regulations
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and audits
Quality & Safety
Adhere to infection prevention and patient safety standards
Participate in incident reporting and root cause analysis as needed
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing,
Licensure & Certifications
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Jersey
Basic Life Support (BLS) required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred
Experience
Minimum 2 3 years of nursing experience
Outpatient, procedural, or pain management experience preferred
Experience with sedation monitoring and recovery care preferred
Skills & Competencies
Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
Knowledge of pain management therapies and procedures
Excellent communication and patient education skills
Proficiency in electronic medical records
Strong organizational and time management abilities
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
