Med/Surg RN in Westwood, New Jersey
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Westwood, NJ
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,420/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 12, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $39.46
- Weekly
- $1,420
- Yearly (full-time)
- $73,864
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $39.46/hour — 23% below 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, 24 of them in Westwood.
- 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 Medical Surgical Registered Nurse on a 13-week night shift assignment in Westwood, New Jersey. This role involves working 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM in a busy general medical/surgical unit that treats stroke/TIA, UTI, sepsis, pneumonia, and isolation patients. The unit welcomes first-time travel nurses and handles a diverse patient population coming from the community, assisted living, and nursing care facilities. Your responsibilities include managing a variety of medical conditions, administering medications, and monitoring patient stability—all while following navy scrubs as the dress code. This assignment provides a unique opportunity to experience a lively hospital environment with ever-changing cases that keep your skills sharp.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year in Westwood typically features mild and comfortably warm days, with cooler evenings. It's a period that often offers clear skies and refreshing breezes, making outdoor activities enjoyable and inviting.
Fun Things To Do:
- Day Trip to the Palisades Interstate Park - Enjoy scenic views, hiking trails, and picnicking with a backdrop of the Hudson River.
- Visit the Liberty Science Center - Explore interactive exhibits and catch live science demonstrations suitable for all ages.
- Day Trip to New York City - Experience iconic landmarks, Broadway shows, and vibrant neighborhoods just a short drive away.
- Explore the Van Vorst Park Area - Stroll through this charming neighborhood park with local cafes and boutique shops.
- Enjoy the Riverside County Park - Perfect for a relaxing walk, bike riding, or watching the sunset over the river.
Job Specifics:
Location: Westwood, NJ
Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
Estimated Weekly Gross: $1,420.46
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