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NJ A1017
Bill
Status
1/9/2024
Primary Sponsor
Nancy Munoz
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AI Summary
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Newly licensed registered professional nurses (RNs) in New Jersey must obtain a baccalaureate degree in nursing within 10 years of initial licensure to renew their license
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Nurses who cannot complete the degree within 10 years may apply for a one-time conditional license renewal, allowing up to two additional years to meet the requirement
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The requirement applies only to RNs initially licensed on or after the bill's effective date; currently licensed nurses are not affected
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Nurses may still enter the profession through associate degree or diploma programs, then complete a baccalaureate degree while practicing
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The bill takes effect 60 days after enactment and removes obsolete language regarding licensure fees from existing law
Legislative Description
Requires newly licensed registered professional nurse to attain baccalaureate degree in nursing within 10 years of initial licensure as condition of renewal of license.
Regulated Professions
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Regulated Professions Committee
1/9/2024