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ICU | Registered Nurse - NJ

GHR HealthcarePlainsboro Township, NJLocal
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Plainsboro Township, NJ
Job type
Local
Profession
Registered Nurse (RN)
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Aug 11, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$63.89
Weekly
$2,300
Yearly (full-time)
$119,600
Contract length
13 weeks
Start date
8/4/2026

This job pays about $63.89/hour — 25% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in New Jersey ($51.20/hour).

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, 3 of them in Plainsboro Township.
  • 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).
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Job description

ICU Registered Nurse – 13-Week Contract in Plainsboro Township, New Jersey

Seeking an experienced ICU Registered Nurse for a 13-week on-site contract in Plainsboro Township, NJ. This critical care RN role is ideal for a clinically strong nurse who thrives in a fast-paced Intensive Care Unit and is committed to delivering exceptional patient care. If you are looking for ICU nursing jobs or New Jersey nursing jobs, this is a great local healthcare opportunity in central New Jersey.

Job Details

  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $2200-$2400
  • Location: Plainsboro Township, New Jersey
  • Setting: Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
  • Start Date: 8/4/2026
  • Duration: 13-week contract
  • Schedule: 3 shifts per week
  • Shift Duration: 12-hour nights
  • Hours: 36 hours per week
  • Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
  • Holiday Requirement: Every other holiday
  • Employment Type: Local, on-site

Job Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of recent ICU nursing experience required
  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Jersey or compact state eligibility, as applicable
  • BSN required
  • Strong critical care, bedside assessment, and patient monitoring skills
  • Ability to work night shifts, every other weekend, and every other holiday
  • BLS and ACLS may be required in accordance with facility standards

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct nursing care to critically ill patients in the ICU setting
  • Monitor patient condition, interpret clinical data, and respond quickly to changes in status
  • Administer medications, treatments, and interventions in accordance with physician orders and nursing standards
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans
  • Operate and monitor critical care equipment safely and effectively
  • Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and thoroughly
  • Support patients and families with clear communication and compassionate care throughout the treatment process

Apply now to join a rewarding critical care nursing opportunity in Plainsboro Township, New Jersey. Located in the 08536 area, Plainsboro Township offers a convenient central New Jersey setting with a welcoming professional community and easy access to the surrounding region.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

If interested in this opportunity or would like to hear about other openings we have, please call or text Jenny at 716-391-0336 or email jerny@ghrhealthcare.com
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