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Bonus Available! - Registered Nurse - Med Surg
Company : Prime Healthcare Services
Location : Passaic, NJ, 07055
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 26 December 2025
Overview
St. Mary's General Hospital, located in Passaic, NJ, is a community-based tertiary medical center focused on providing quality, compassionate care. It is an acute care hospital providing a broad range of services including cardiovascular services as well as a comprehensive program for cancer care. The hospital is also a center of excellence for maternal-child health and outpatient behavioral health services. It is the only hospital in Passaic and with over 550 physicians and 1,000 employees, and is one of the largest employers in the county. Every member of the St. Mary's General team is committed to providing respectful, personalized, high-quality care. St. Mary's General Hospital is a member of Prime Healthcare, which has been lauded as a "Top 15 Healthcare System" by Truven Health Analytics. For information, visit www.smh-nj.com.
Responsibilities
* $15,000 Bonus Available for Full Time *
The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice. The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of care within the Medical/Surgical Unit. The Registered Nurse is directly responsible and accountable for the care given to his/her assigned patients. He / She communicates with physician about changes in the patient’s clinical condition including cardiac monitoring, results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition and/or response to treatment.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
Pay Transparency
St. Mary's General Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status, i.e. full-time or part-time. The current compensation range for this role is $40.83 to $52.88. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Employment Status
Full TimeShift
NightsEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
Passaic's healthcare sector shows robust demand for Med Surg RNs, especially those attracted by sign-on bonuses. Competition is moderate, with hospitals like Prime Healthcare Services incentivizing candidates through bonuses, making it an advantageous market for qualified nurses seeking rewarding roles with financial perks.
Night shifts in Med Surg require heightened vigilance and autonomy due to reduced onsite staff. Nurses manage critical patient assessments and coordinate treatments independently. Prime Healthcare Services supports this with structured protocols, ensuring nurses deliver seamless care during these demanding hours.
Thriving at St. Mary’s demands proficiency in acute care, cardiac monitoring, and ventilator management. Strong communication for interdisciplinary collaboration and patient-family education is vital, along with adaptability to diverse cases typical of a tertiary medical center environment.
While a valid New Jersey RN license is mandatory, Prime Healthcare Services favors candidates with ACLS certification obtained within 30 days of hire. BLS certification is required at hire, and BSN degrees are preferred, reflecting the hospital's commitment to high nursing standards.
The $15,000 bonus significantly enhances the role's appeal by providing immediate financial incentives. Coupled with competitive hourly wages ranging from $40.83 to $52.88 and comprehensive benefits, it makes Prime Healthcare Services a compelling choice for Med Surg nurses seeking both recognition and reward.
Prime Healthcare Services encourages growth through advanced training and leadership pathways. Med Surg RNs can advance to charge nurse roles, clinical specialists, or management positions, leveraging experience gained in a high-acuity environment to expand clinical expertise and administrative skills.
Prime Healthcare Services distinguishes itself by combining a substantial sign-on bonus with a strong emphasis on patient-centered care and professional development. Its affiliation with St. Mary’s General Hospital offers exposure to diverse cases within a tertiary center, fostering comprehensive nursing experience.
At St. Mary’s, collaboration and respect underpin the nursing culture, emphasizing personalized care and continuous learning. This environment, supported by Prime Healthcare’s recognition as a top health system, encourages team cohesion and prioritizes nurse well-being more distinctly than some regional counterparts.
The $40.83 to $52.88 hourly wage at St. Mary’s aligns well with New Jersey’s competitive Med Surg nursing salaries. Factors like hospital size, specialization, and local cost of living influence pay scales. Passaic’s urban setting and Prime Healthcare’s bonus programs further enhance compensation attractiveness.
Applicants undergo credential verification, licensure checks, and may be invited for interviews focusing on clinical skills and situational judgment. Prime Healthcare Services emphasizes timely communication and values nurses’ experience, especially those familiar with acute care and ventilator management.