New Jersey Nursing License
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)Y
Registered Nurse (RN)N
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)N
NOTE: Nursing requirements change rapidly. Make sure to confirm licensing requirements with the New Jersey State Board of Nursing before applying for licensure. Last updated: 2/21/2011
New Jersey Nursing Salary Average
$26,850$50,350$74,990 >$80,000*
*The Salary of an advanced practice nurse in New Jersey can vary widely based upon specialization. Learn more about New Jersey nursing salary.
New Jersey Nursing Scholarships
Below, find opportunities for nursing scholarships in New Jersey. Click on the nursing scholarship’s name to learn more. For additional nursing financial aid options take a look at our nursing scholarships and grants page.
Loan Repayment $120,000 over 4 years
Participants must serve in a state designated underserved area (SDUA) or health professional shortage area (HPSA) of the state; must serve full time (40 hours/week), contract a minimum of two (2) years
Learn about more financial aid options for nurses on our nursing scholarships and grants page.
There are many paths to become a nurse in New Jersey. The path you take will mostly depend upon the type of nurse you’d like to become and your current or prospective level of education. The higher your level of education, the more opportunities you’ll have to choose where and how you pursue your career in nursing.
In addition to nursing salaries in New Jersey, you’ll find information on acquiring and maintaining several types of New Jersey nursing licensure. We’re constantly making updates, but with the speed of change in the healthcare sphere it’s difficult to stay current. If you have any comments or suggestions for our information on nursing in New Jersey, please let us know!
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