NICU RN
New Brunswick, NJ
The Judge Group
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,908/weekOverview
- Start Date09/28/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care610 beds
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$1,494/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,414/week
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- Retention bonus
Description
REQUIRED LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS
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• License: Active NJ or Compact license required at time of submission
• Required Certifications: BLS, NRP; *PALS preferred
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & CLINICAL SKILLS
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• Experience Required: 2+ years of current Level III NICU experience (facility is Level IV however accepts Level III experience)
• General NICU Care: Developmental care; Patient/family teaching; Phlebotomy; Thermoregulation; BG monitoring; Phototherapy; Isolation/PPE; Sepsis workup
• Lines/Blood: Administration of blood & blood products; A-line management; Central/implanted line care; IV starts/maintenance; UAC/UVC
• Medications: Anti-seizure; Antibiotics/antivirals; IV vasopressors; Neonatal dose calculations; Steroids; Surfactants; Insulin
• GI/Nutrition: Breastfeeding support, breast milk handling, and bottle, breast, and gavage feedings ; NEC; Oral/NG/NJ tube placement
• Respiratory: Bubble CPAP; HFNC; chest tubes; Meconium aspiration; Oxygen delivery systems; RDS; ETT/NT suctioning; Vapotherm; Vent management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BiPAP/PEEP)
• *Preferred Skills: Charge Exp; jet vents, oscillators, ECMO, UAC, CritiCool body cooling, and neonates received via transport
SCHEDULING DETAILS AND CHARTING
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• Charting: EPIC experience required
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday)
• Holiday Requirement: Must work 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 holidays, per unit needs
• Locals Accepted: Yes, Locals accepted
UNIT DETAILS AND FLOATING
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• Ratios: 1:2 NICU; 1:3-4 SCN
• Unit: Neonates 29–34 weeks and >34 weeks gestation; 21-bed NICU and 16-bed SCN; Will not attend high-risk deliveries
• Scrubs:
• Floating: Candidates must float within their skillset without exception. Will float to Newborn, Peds and PICU for appropriate assignments
Facility
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick
9 nurses recommend working with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick

- Short Term Acute Care
- 610 beds
Employer
The Judge Group
Judge Healthcare, a division of The Judge Group, bridges the talent divide for companies and organizations
across the healthcare ecosystem, providing resources and specialized roles such as travel nurses, allied health
professionals, locum tenens, and more. Judge’s seasoned recruiters are fluent in the trends, technologies, and
regulations shaping today’s healthcare environment, and use this knowledge to pair the right staffing solutions
with the right talent.
About New Brunswick, NJ
As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in New Brunswick, NJ here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary contributor.
- Wages generally match the higher cost of living.
- Summer average highs of 85°F and lows of 65°F.
- Winter average highs of 40°F and lows of 25°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may require some searching.
- Many furnished apartment complexes cater to short term renters.
- Car friendliness is moderate, with traffic congestion during peak hours.
- Public transportation options include buses and trains for commuting within and outside the city.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include diabetes, heart disease, and asthma.
- New Brunswick has a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of major medical centers.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines.
- Rich art and music scene with theaters and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy college games and local recreational activities.
- Nearby outdoor activities include parks and nature reserves for hiking and relaxation.
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