
PICU RN in Paramus, New Jersey
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Paramus, NJ
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,436/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 23, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $67.67
- Weekly
- $2,436
- Yearly (full-time)
- $126,672
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $67.67/hour — 32% 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, 6 of them in Paramus.
- 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 our team as a PICU Registered Nurse for a 13-week contract in Paramus, New Jersey. This role specializes in caring for critically ill pediatric patients in a unit with four PICU beds and additional convertible beds. The RN will be responsible for providing total patient care, including supporting COVID positive patients, with a focus on high-acuity care that keeps you engaged and challenged. The position involves floating to NICU, L&D, and postpartum units as needed, with training provided for this aspect of the role. Night shifts run from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, with every third weekend commitment. This opportunity offers a flexible self-scheduling system with manager approval and the potential for block scheduling. The RN must have a current NJ State or Compact license, at least two years of PICU experience, and BLS and PALS certifications. Pass a basic arrhythmia exam and maintain Covid certification. Enjoy making a difference in a fast-paced environment that values your total patient care skills.
Weather:
Expect gentle seasonal shifts with mild to moderate temperatures during this time of year. The weather is typically pleasant, often featuring clear days and comfortable evenings, making outdoor activities enjoyable.
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Job Specifics:
Location: Paramus, New Jersey
Shift: Night 12-hour (19:00 - 07:30)
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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