Nurse Jobs in NJ

Find nursing jobs in New Jersey state government. View positions in state hospitals, correctional facilities, veterans homes, and developmental centers.

Category: Healthcare & Science

Government nurses provide healthcare in state psychiatric hospitals, correctional facilities, veterans homes, and developmental centers with excellent benefits.

Typical Requirements

• Valid NJ nursing license (RN or LPN)
• Nursing degree from accredited program
• BLS/CPR certification
• Specialty certifications for advanced positions

Career Progression

• Staff Nurse
• → Senior Staff Nurse
• → Head Nurse
• → Supervising Nurse
• → Nursing Director

About NJ Civil Service Employment

New Jersey civil service positions offer competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, pension enrollment through PERS or PFRS, and job security through merit-based employment protections. Most positions require passing a competitive examination to be placed on an eligibility list. Promotional opportunities allow advancement through clearly defined career ladders within each job family.

Positions may be available at state agencies, county governments, municipal governments, or school districts. Local government positions follow the same civil service rules as state positions and use the same job titles and specifications.

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