PICU RN in New Brunswick, New Jersey
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- New Brunswick, NJ
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,404/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $66.78
- Weekly
- $2,404
- Yearly (full-time)
- $125,008
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $66.78/hour — 30% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in New Jersey ($51.20/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in New Jersey right now
- 337 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in New Jersey from 5 agencies, 22 of them in New Brunswick.
- Pay in these listings: $16.88 – $96.37/hour, median $63.54/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in New Jersey: $51.20/hour ($106,496/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($69.05/hour across 79 jobs).
Job description
Join a specialized Pediatric Intensive Care Unit in thriving New Brunswick for a 13-week contract working overnight shifts. As a PICU RN, you'll be providing care for critically ill infants, children, and adolescents, managing complex cases such as congenital heart issues, post-surgical patients, respiratory failure, and sepsis. This role offers a unique chance to work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, with opportunities to float across PICU, NICU, pediatric stepdown, and intermediate care units—requiring flexibility and a broad skill set. Expect a rewarding experience translating your acute care expertise into impactful patient outcomes, all while enjoying a setting where advanced pediatric care is at the forefront. The schedule involves 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, ensuring a rewarding but balanced work-life experience.
Weather:
Typically, the weather around this time provides a cool, crisp climate with occasional brisk breezes—ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities, with the fresh air complementing the vibrant city atmosphere.
Fun Things To Do:
- City Park: Enjoy scenic walks and outdoor picnics in a lush green setting
- Historic Walking Tour: Discover the rich history and architecture of downtown New Brunswick
- Day Trip: Visit Princeton University and explore the charming campus and local shops
- Day Trip: Spend a day at the Jersey Shore, relaxing on sandy beaches and enjoying ocean views
- Art Museum: Explore local and international art collections at the nearby museum
Job Specifics:
Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
Shift: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM
Duration: 13 weeks with a commitment of 36 hours per week
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