Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Newark, NJ
GHR Healthcare - Travel Division
3x12 hrs

Join a high-volume, on-site hospital team as a Charge Registered Nurse and Bed Placement Coordinator supporting patient flow in Newark, New Jersey. This 13-week travel nursing contract is ideal for an experienced Emergency Department or Critical Care RN ready to coordinate admissions, transfers, discharges, and bed management in a dynamic 600-bed hospital environment serving a diverse patient population. Newark offers convenient access to New York City, cultural attractions, restaurants, and transportation throughout the metropolitan area.

Travel RN Job Details

• Location: Newark, New Jersey
• Position Type: 13-week travel nursing contract
• Start Date: November 9, 2026
• Contract End Date: February 8, 2027
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,250–$2,370
• Schedule: 3 night shifts per week
• Shift Duration: 12-hour nights, approximately 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.
• Hours per Week: 36
• Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend
• Holiday Requirement: Availability for one of two or two of three holidays, based on unit requirements
• Charting System: Epic
• Patient Volume: Approximately 380 daily patients across a 600-bed hospital environment

Charge Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• At least 3 years of Registered Nurse (RN) experience in an Emergency Department or Critical Care setting
• Previous charge nurse, bed planning, patient placement, hospital throughput, or patient flow experience preferred
• Active New Jersey or Compact Registered Nurse license required
• Epic documentation experience preferred
• Strong communication, prioritization, and clinical decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high-volume hospital environment
• One supervisory professional reference required during the application process
• Completion of required Epic and other onboarding modules before the start date

Bed Placement and Patient Flow Responsibilities

• Coordinate bed placement and patient assignments across multiple levels of care
• Assess patient needs, acuity, and placement requirements to support safe and efficient hospital throughput
• Collaborate with nursing leadership, emergency services, providers, and interdisciplinary teams regarding admissions, transfers, and discharges
• Monitor hospital capacity and assist with prioritizing bed placement decisions in a high-volume setting
• Apply Emergency Department and Critical Care nursing knowledge when evaluating patient placement and escalation needs
• Maintain accurate and timely patient flow documentation in Epic
• Support effective communication during night, weekend, and holiday coverage
• Promote safe patient flow while maintaining compliance with clinical and operational standards

Apply now for this Charge Registered Nurse travel contract and bed placement opportunity in Newark, New Jersey.

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