NJ S2683

Urgent care facilities in New Jersey must employ health care providers with the same credentials and degrees required for hospital emergency room staff at general acute care hospitals licensed under P.L.1971, c.136.

Health care providers covered include licensed physicians, physician assistants, nurses, nurse practitioners, and other professionals acting within the scope of valid licenses or certifications under Title 45 of the Revised Statutes.

Urgent care facilities are defined as health care facilities offering episodic, walk-in care for acute but not life-threatening health conditions.

The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Sponsored by Senator Britnee N. Timberlake (District 34, Essex) and pre-filed for introduction in the 2026 legislative session.