Nurse Practitioner Jobs in New Jersey
Nurse Practitioner jobs in New Jersey represent one of the most active markets in the Northeast, with strong demand in acute care hospital systems, primary care, and specialty outpatient practices at every level from new graduates to seasoned clinicians. The heaviest hiring concentrates in Newark, Camden, and the Jersey City-Hoboken corridor, where large systems like RWJBarnabas Health, Hackensack Meridian Health, and Atlantic Health System maintain a consistent presence. The most in-demand specialties are family practice, psychiatric-mental health, and acute care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At ChaiUrgent Care, kindness is at the heart of our mission and we aim to serve to the community in the best way possible.
We are looking for a Physician Assistant or Family Nurse Practitioner to be responsible for examining patients, prescribing medicines, and ordering diagnostic tests as needed. The Physician Assistant or Family Nurse Practitioner will work under the supervision of the Physician.
To be a successful Physician Assistant or Family Nurse Practitioner at our Urgent Care, you should have previous experience working in an Emergency Room or Urgent Care setting. Must be able to examine patients, diagnose injuries and illnesses as well as provide treatment. You should demonstrate strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills.
Benefits:
- Paid Time Off
- Health/dental/vision Insurance
- Paid malpractice,
- Long/short term disability
- Life insurance
- Paid family leave
- Credits towards CMEs
Physician Assistant or Family Nurse Practitioner Responsibilities:
- Interview, examine, and diagnose patient’s injuries and/or illnesses.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
- Prescribe medications and suggest lifestyle changes.
- Review and maintain patient’s medical histories, records and record patients' progress.
- Provide documentation for insurance companies.
- Educate and counsel patients and their families.
- This job will provide you with the opportunity to work with a well-established growing Urgent Care
Job Type: Full-time
Location: We have two locations in Lakewood, NJ and one location in Jackson, NJ.
Pay Rate: $75-$95/hr
Please note that we are growing exponentially and have multiple openings in other locations within New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.
We are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.
At ChaiUrgent Care, kindness is at the heart of our mission and we aim to serve to the community in the best way possible.
We are looking for a Physician Assistant or Family Nurse Practitioner to be responsible for examining patients, prescribing medicines, and ordering diagnostic tests as needed. The Physician Assistant or Family Nurse Practitioner will work under the supervision of the Physician.
To be a successful Physician Assistant or Family Nurse Practitioner at our Urgent Care, you should have previous experience working in an Emergency Room or Urgent Care setting. Must be able to examine patients, diagnose injuries and illnesses as well as provide treatment. You should demonstrate strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills.
Benefits:
- Paid Time Off
- Health/dental/vision Insurance
- Paid malpractice,
- Long/short term disability
- Life insurance
- Paid family leave
- Credits towards CMEs
Physician Assistant or Family Nurse Practitioner Responsibilities:
- Interview, examine, and diagnose patient’s injuries and/or illnesses.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
- Prescribe medications and suggest lifestyle changes.
- Review and maintain patient’s medical histories, records and record patients' progress.
- Provide documentation for insurance companies.
- Educate and counsel patients and their families.
- This job will provide you with the opportunity to work with a well-established growing Urgent Care
Job Type: Full-time
Location: We have two locations in Lakewood, NJ and one location in Jackson, NJ.
Pay Rate: $75-$95/hr
Please note that we are growing exponentially and have multiple openings in other locations within New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.
We are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.
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What New Jersey Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nurse practitioner jobs across New Jersey.
- Active New Jersey Advanced Practice Nurse license with prescriptive authority
- National board certification from ANCC or AANP in a recognized specialty
- Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice degree required
- Current BLS and ACLS certification from the American Heart Association
- Minimum clinical hours completed through an accredited nurse practitioner program
- Experience with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner preferred
Nurse Practitioner Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nurse practitioner in New Jersey?
You must obtain an Advanced Practice Nurse license through the New Jersey Board of Nursing, which requires completing an accredited master's or doctoral nurse practitioner program and passing a national certification exam through ANCC or AANP. New Jersey also requires a separate controlled dangerous substance registration to prescribe medications. Applicants with an out-of-state APN license may apply for endorsement rather than sitting a new exam.
How much do nurse practitioners make in New Jersey?
Nurse practitioners in New Jersey earn a median of about $159,310 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $122,390 for the lowest 10% to over $183,420 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire nurse practitioners in New Jersey?
Employers hiring nurse practitioners in New Jersey right now include Atlantic Health, Medical Director Services PC, and Hackensack Meridian Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. New Jersey's large integrated health systems, federally qualified health centers, and outpatient specialty groups account for the majority of consistent openings across the state.
Which New Jersey cities have the most nurse practitioner jobs?
Toms River, Morristown, and Cherry Hill have the most nurse practitioner openings in New Jersey. Newark anchors demand through its dense concentration of academic medical centers and Level I trauma facilities, while Camden benefits from major health system campuses serving South Jersey, and the Jersey City area draws openings from both hospital networks and telehealth-enabled outpatient groups tied to the New York metro.
Are there remote nurse practitioner jobs in New Jersey?
Yes, but they're rare. About 39% of nurse practitioner openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the hands-on clinical nature of most NP roles. The positions most likely to offer remote or telehealth components are in psychiatric-mental health and chronic disease management, where virtual visits are a recognized standard of care.
How can I get hired as a nurse practitioner in New Jersey with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to the new-graduate NP residency or fellowship programs that RWJBarnabas Health and Hackensack Meridian Health run for clinicians transitioning from RN roles. Community health centers and federally qualified health centers across Newark and Trenton are also known for hiring new graduates in family practice roles. Completing your New Jersey APN license and prescriptive authority registration before applying gives you a clear advantage over candidates still waiting on credentials.
Where can I find and apply to nurse practitioner jobs in New Jersey?
You can find and apply to nurse practitioner jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings in the state. Find a role that fits and apply directly from the listing.
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