NJCCN and Rutgers University School of Nursing (RUSON; Newark/New Brunswick) have received a GAINS grant from the NJDOL to help nurses obtain their school nurse certificates. Only 20 spots are available! Direct your questions to Dr. Grano at .
Click HERE to view the criteria for this program. – Deadline April 1, 2025
ADDENDUM AVAILABLE NOW! After the initial report, we received 120 more surveys. Similar results were found compared to our first report. Hear from New Jersey’s CNAs! Click HERE to read the full addendum.
NJCCN and the New Jersey Department of Human Services (NJDHS), Division of Aging Services (DOAS) surveyed New Jersey Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). The information gathered was used to create the New Jersey CNA Data & Analysis Report that can be used to help advocate for CNAs in New Jersey. The CNA Data & Analysis Report highlights the vital role of CNAs in healthcare and details their training, certification, employment, demographics, and challenges they face. Click HERE to read the full report.
We really value the care that CNAs provide as part of the healthcare team. NJCCN and the NJDHS are conducting a survey to gather information to help advocate for NJ CNAs. Please look for your survey in the mail. Click HERE for more details on how to complete your survey.
An opportunity currently exists in the unclassified service with the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, for applicants who meet the requirements. If qualified, please send a cover letter indicating interest in job vacancy announcement #24-119 with a copy of your valid NJ RN License and a current resume to the Recruitment Coordinator at .
Click HERE to view the vacancy announcement.
NJCCN Executive Director Dr. Edna Cadmus was interviewed by NJ Spotlight News to discuss the new proposal for rebuilding New Jersey’s nursing workforce. Click HERE to watch the full episode.