Clinical Registered Nurse Jobs in New Jersey

Clinical Registered Nurse jobs in New Jersey are among the most active in the Northeast, with strong and consistent demand from hospital systems, ambulatory care centers, and specialty practices at every level from new graduate through senior staff nurse. The busiest hiring markets are Newark, Camden, and Hackensack, where employers like RWJBarnabas Health, Hackensack Meridian Health, and Virtua Health maintain large clinical workforces. Critical care, oncology, and med-surg are the specialties drawing the most consistent openings statewide. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles46
Top employerRWJBarnabas Health
Top cityNew Brunswick, NJ
Cities hiring29
Work type78% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Summit Health
RN, Clinical Office Supervisor - Oncology / Hematology
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Summit Health
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RN, Clinical Office Supervisor - Oncology / Hematology
Summit Health
Berkeley Heights, New Jersey
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$81k - $102k/yr
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)

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The NBN Group
Pediatric RN Home Care Nurse- Chief Clinical Snuggler!
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The NBN Group
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Pediatric RN Home Care Nurse- Chief Clinical Snuggler!
The NBN Group
North Plainfield, New Jersey
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$40 - $44/hr
On-Site
51-200

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The Arc of Ocean County
Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Services & Care Coordination
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The Arc of Ocean County
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Services & Care Coordination
The Arc of Ocean County
Lakewood, New Jersey
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Project Management
$88k - $89k/yr
CPR Certification
501-1,000

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EmVenio Research
RN Adolescent Clinical Research - PRN
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EmVenio Research
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RN Adolescent Clinical Research - PRN
EmVenio Research
Cherry Hill, New Jersey
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Right At Home
Clinical Registered Nurse
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Right At Home
Added 1w ago
Clinical Registered Nurse
Right At Home
Mercer County, NJ
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
CPR Certification
10,000+

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Clinical Registered Nurse Jobs by City in New Jersey

Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.

New Brunswick
5 jobs
Newark
3 jobs
Freehold
3 jobs
Morristown
3 jobs
Cherry Hill
3 jobs
Teaneck
2 jobs
Hackensack
2 jobs
Livingston
2 jobs
Wall
1 job

Clinical Registered Nurse Job Market in New Jersey

A snapshot from current New Jersey openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

RWJBarnabas Health
RWJBarnabas Health6 open roles
Hackensack Meridian Health
Hackensack Meridian Health6 open roles
Atlantic Health
Atlantic Health5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Agriculture & Farming
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

What New Jersey Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical registered nurse jobs across New Jersey.

  • Active Registered Nurse license issued or recognized by the New Jersey Board of Nursing
  • Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited program
  • Current Basic Life Support certification from an accredited provider
  • Demonstrated clinical experience in an acute care or specialty hospital setting
  • Ability to assess patients, document care accurately, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
  • Familiarity with electronic health record systems used in New Jersey clinical environments

Clinical Registered Nurse Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical registered nurse in New Jersey?

To become a clinical registered nurse in New Jersey, you must hold an active RN license issued by the New Jersey Board of Nursing, which requires passing the NCLEX-RN exam after completing an accredited nursing program. New Jersey accepts both Associate Degree in Nursing and Bachelor of Science in Nursing graduates for licensure. Nurses licensed in other states may apply for licensure by endorsement through the New Jersey Board of Nursing.

How much do clinical registered nurses make in New Jersey?

Clinical registered nurses in New Jersey earn a median of about $106,500 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $83,060 for the lowest 10% to over $135,170 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire clinical registered nurses in New Jersey?

Employers hiring clinical registered nurses in New Jersey right now include RWJBarnabas Health, Hackensack Meridian Health, and Atlantic Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. New Jersey's large integrated health systems, including RWJBarnabas Health and Hackensack Meridian Health, are among the most consistent sources of clinical nursing openings statewide.

Which New Jersey cities have the most clinical registered nurse jobs?

New Brunswick, Newark, and Freehold have the most clinical registered nurse openings in New Jersey. Newark and Hackensack concentrate the most volume because of the large academic medical centers and regional health system headquarters anchored there, while Camden draws consistent openings from the major health networks serving South Jersey and the greater Philadelphia area.

Are there remote clinical registered nurse jobs in New Jersey?

Yes, but they're rare. Clinical registered nurse work is hands-on by nature, requiring direct patient care in hospitals, clinics, and specialty units that cannot be performed remotely. About 22% of clinical registered nurse openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically involve care coordination, utilization review, or telephonic triage rather than bedside nursing.

How can I get hired as a clinical registered nurse in New Jersey with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to a formal new-graduate nurse residency program. Large New Jersey health systems such as RWJBarnabas Health, Hackensack Meridian Health, and Atlantic Health System run structured residency programs designed for newly licensed RNs, offering mentorship and a supervised clinical onboarding period. Candidates who hold an active New Jersey RN license and a BSN are positioned most competitively, and experience as a patient care technician or nursing student extern at a New Jersey hospital often opens the door.

Where can I find and apply to clinical registered nurse jobs in New Jersey?

You can find and apply to clinical registered nurse jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly.

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