Mar 30, 2026 | New Jersey News
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill today signed legislation removing longstanding practice restrictions for Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs). The new law permanently grants qualified APNs independent authority to provide primary and behavioral health care and allows them to prescribe medications without entering into a joint protocol with a collaborating physician. Read full press release HERE.
Mar 10, 2026 | New Jersey News
New Jersey is taking steps to address school nurse shortages through a new grant supporting 20 registered nurses in completing the School Nurse Certificate Program at Rutgers School of Nursing. Funded by the state’s GAINS initiative and implemented with the New Jersey Collaborating Center for Nursing, the 12-month residency covers tuition, certification fees, and provides mentorship while nurses gain hands-on school experience. The program aims to strengthen the school health workforce, as about 14% of New Jersey schools currently lack a certified school nurse. Graduates will be eligible for state certification and prepared to meet students’ growing health needs. Read full Rutgers School of Nursing report HERE.
Jan 30, 2026 | New Jersey News
Leading nursing organizations across New Jersey stand together in support of Full Practice Authority—an evidence-based, patient-centered approach that expands access to high-quality care for communities statewide.
Jan 21, 2026 | New Jersey News
Governor Murphy signed Executive Order (EO) 415 which terminates several public health emergency EOs. This impacts advanced practice nurses in NJ as they were permitted temporary flexible practices (e.g. related to collaborative agreements and prescriptive authority) during the COVID-19 pandemic. The termination of EO 103 specifically is effective February 16, 2026 (provided by a 30-day extension) to give Advanced Practice Nurses time to ensure adherence with practice requirements. Read the Executive Order 415 HERE.
Jan 8, 2026 | New Jersey News
The 2026 New Jersey Nursing Data & Analysis Report is now available. New Jersey continues to have nursing workforce shortages projected over the next decade. To access all the essential information about New Jersey’s nursing workforce, click HERE to view the full report.
