We've organized a comprehensive list of New Jersey nursing schools. Below you'll find information on specific nursing programs such as LPN certificates and ADN, BSN, and MSN degrees. You'll also find a profile of nursing education and careers in each major New Jersey city.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of jobs for registered nurses (RNs) is expected to grow 19 percent from 2012 to 2022. Registered nurses are typically responsible for caring for patients and dispensing medication, although they might also work in schools, prisons, and other settings. To qualify for licensure in New Jersey, RNs must complete an accredited pre-licensure program such as an associate’s or bachelor’s degree, and they must pass the NCLEX-RN qualifying exam.
For our 2024 rankings of LPN programs, the research team at Nursing Schools Almanac compiled an extensive database of student performance on the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). Aspiring practical nurses in the United States must pass this examination before they may commence practice. Thus, student performance on the NCLEX-PN exam provides an excellent benchmark for comparing the relative quality of practical nursing programs.
The Newark metropolitan area is home to more than 30,000 nursing staff. What exactly do they do? The vast majority of Newark’s nurses fill one of three critical nursing roles.
Certified nursing assistant (CNA)
Nursing assistants help patients with daily living tasks and bedside care in a variety of settings, from hospitals to home care. New Jersey’s aspiring CNAs must compete a brief certificate program and pass a state-administered examination before practicing.
Licensed practical nurse (LPN)
The nursing profession is projected to grow substantially over the coming decades, and it seems more appealing than ever to enter this rewarding field. However, in a tough economic climate, it’s important to understand all the elements of financing an education. School enrollment carriers a number of important costs, including tuition and fees, books and supplies, room and board, and day-to-day living expenses.
Are you a working nurse interested in further specialization? Or a non-nursing bachelor’s degree-holder who is interested in becoming a nurse? If you answered either of these questions “yes,” then the master of science in nursing (MSN) degree is the program for you.
For our 2024 rankings of prelicensure BSN programs, the research team at Nursing Schools Almanac compiled an extensive database of student performance on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Aspiring registered nurses in the United States must pass this examination before they may commence practice. Thus, student performance on the NCLEX-RN exam provides an excellent benchmark for comparing the relative quality of bachelor’s degree programs.
When you are considering whether or not to attend a particular nursing program, it is always important to consider the twin questions of prestige and class size. It is here that private colleges shine.
Prestige, of course, means that the degree you earn will be more recognizable and more highly regarded. In practice, this may provide you an advantage in the job market, since employers are always looking for candidates whom they can trust to do an outstanding job from day one.
A public college or university should be your first choice when looking for a nursing training program. Public colleges and universities are significantly funded by both the state and federal governments. This translates to lower tuition for in-state (or in-county) residents, plus a whole slate of additional benefits.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of jobs for registered nurses (RNs) is expected to grow 19 percent from 2012 to 2022. Registered nurses are typically responsible for caring for patients and dispensing medication, although they might also work in schools, prisons, and other settings. To qualify for licensure in New Jersey, RNs must complete an accredited pre-licensure program such as an associate’s or bachelor’s degree, and they must pass the NCLEX-RN qualifying exam.