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How To Become a Travel Nurse in New Jersey With Trusted Nurse Staffing in 3 Simple Steps
Create a free profile on our website. After you create your free profile, you can quickly browse travel nursing jobs in New Jersey. Not finding jobs that pique your interest? Save a search, and we will send you notifications as new positions become available.
Connect with one of our recruiters. Our recruiters are available 24/7 to answer any questions you might have and are there to support you throughout your contract.
Sign your contract and prepare for your move. If you end up wanting to extend your contract in New Jersey, our team at Trusted Nurse Staffing can help you extend your stay. Once you’ve reached the end of your assignment, we will help you transition to the next step of your journey, whether that’s to extend your stay or seek a new adventure.
Why Should You Consider Becoming a Travel Nurse in New Jersey?
For those who like a quiet escape, New Jersey has many oceanfront towns each with its own distinct character.
- Port Republic is a small town on the coast with picture-perfect scenery.
- Strathmere has one of New Jersey’s five free beaches and is a quiet alternative to some of the more attraction-filled beaches in New Jersey.
- Barnegat Light is another small oceanfront town also known as the home of the Barnegat Lighthouse, also known as Old Barney. Here you can also find one of New Jersey’s state commercial fishing ports known as Viking Village.
- Brigantine is a happy place for owners of four-wheel drives. As long as you have a permit you can go four-wheeling along this stretch of beach making tailgate sunsets a reality.
- Ocean Grove is also known as the jewel of Jersey Shore. Here you’ll find quaint shops, a charming Main Street, and the Great Auditorium. This theater, completed in 1894, has spectacular acoustics and seats just over 6,000 people. The Great Auditorium also has one of the largest pipe organs in the world.
This non-exhaustive list is a few of many more oceanfront towns worth a visit. Rural inland New Jersey is also a beautiful place to explore.
If you crave a more fast-paced scene, Jersey City is the second-largest city in the state. Some highlights of Jersey City are quick access to the Statue of Liberty, the Liberty Science Center, and the 9/11 Memorial at Liberty State Park.
If you fancy some brownstone buildings and a great view of the Manhattan skyline, Hoboken is the place to go. In Hoboken, you can find a diverse range of ethnic foods from Italian, to Indian, to Mexican, and more.
Further inland, Jackson Township is home to Six Flags Great Adventure. The Ferris wheel reaches 150 ft into the air and the Safari Off-Road Adventure has about 1,200 animals in their park. To see a bird’s eye view of the park, a cable car can take you from one end of the park to another. Wildwood, located in Cape May County, is another holiday destination, especially in the summer. Wildwood boasts beaches and boardwalks, amusement parks, and a lively nightlife scene.
Atlantic City is one of the most popular places to visit in New Jersey. It’s known for:
- Casinos
- The Miss America pageant
- Atlantic City Beach
- Atlantic City Boardwalk
- Shopping with your casino winnings at Tanger Outlets
- Steel Pier amusement park
- And more
What Are The High-Demand Travel Nursing Specialities in New Jersey Right Now?
Emergency Room (ER)
Telemetry
Medical/Surgical (med/surg)
Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Critical Care
Operating Room (OR)
Oncology
Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
FAQs About New Jersey Travel Nursing
What Are Your Active Travel Nursing Jobs in Atlantic City?
Interested in travel nursing jobs in one of the most popular cities in New Jersey? Fill out a free profile and you can search for active job listings in Atlantic City. Not seeing a job you are interested in? We will send you notifications to your inbox as new positions become available.
What Are Your Active Travel Nursing Jobs in North Arlington?
Complete a free profile on our site and you can search for job listings in North Arlington. If you don’t see job listings that pique your interest, save your search and will send you notifications as new travel nursing job listings become available.
What Are Your Active Travel Nursing Jobs in Princeton?
Interested in travel nursing jobs in the college town of Princeton? After filling out your free profile, you can easily search for travel nursing positions in Princeton. If you don’t want to check back in periodically for open positions, we will send you a notification as new jobs are posted in Princeton.
Do I Need a New Jersey Nursing License in Order To Get A Travel Nursing Job in New Jersey?
There are two ways to obtain an RN and LPN license in New Jersey:
- License by Examination
- License by Endorsement
If New Jersey is your home state, you will take the NCLEX for this license type.
New Jersey has partly implemented the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement (NLC). Currently, New Jersey is allowing nurses who hold active, unencumbered, multi-state licenses issued by NLC state to practice in New Jersey using this license. This satisfies licensure by endorsement.
How Much Do Travel Nurses Make in New Jersey?
Weekly pay for a travel nurse in New Jersey is $1,879 per week on average or $97,720 per year. This is just slightly lower than the national average. This can vary greatly by location and specialty. New Jersey ranks number 11 out of 50 for travel nurse salaries.
However, the downside is that the cost of living in New Jersey is higher than the national average by about 20%. Most of that difference is because of transportation and housing costs. This may be worth it to you to obtain quick access to New York, Philadelphia, and the surrounding areas.
Which New Jersey Travel Nurse Assignments Have The Lowest Cost of Living?
If the cost of living is so high you may be looking for locations that will be easier on your wallet. Here are a few suburbs with a lower cost of living compared to the rest of the state:
- Somerdale
- Stratford
- Audubon
- Barrington
- Berlin
These cities are often smaller suburbs that give you access to more populated areas such as Philadelphia. If you favor a smaller and more quiet environment, these smaller towns may be for you.
Housing For Travel Nurses in New Jersey: How Do I Go About Finding Housing?
When thinking about taking a travel nurse assignment in New Jersey, there are two primary ways to obtain housing during your stay. You can either:
- Seek out and obtain your own accommodation using a housing stipend, or,
- Let our recruiters do the work for you.
If you decide to find housing yourself, our recruiters will be happy to give you advice on the housing market, or even find a roommate through the Trusted Nurse Staffing network. Fellow travel nurses that would like to save money during their assignment may be looking for someone to share costs with. No matter what option you choose, our friendly recruiters will be happy to help you.
How Do I Find The Best Travel Nurse Agencies in New Jersey?
Finding the right agency for travel nursing jobs in New Jersey may seem like a tedious process with so many choices, but there are some things you can do to narrow your search:
- Check out online reviews of nurses who have already taken on travel assignments in New Jersey.
- Speak to recruiters from various agencies and get a feel for the culture of the agency and how supported you will be before, during, and after your assignment.
- Ask what benefits are offered upfront. You may receive higher pay, but fewer benefits and vice versa.
The team at Trusted Nurse Staffing is confident that our pay, benefits packages, and 24/7 support are above and beyond the industry standard, and we’d like to prove it to you.
Where Are The Best Places To Travel Nurse In New Jersey?
This depends on the kind of lifestyle you prefer. If you like a more fast-paced environment, consider the larger coastal towns such as Atlantic City or Hoboken. Hoboken is right across the water from Manhattan giving you quick access to the city.
If you prefer a quieter life, consider one of the suburbs both on the coast or inland may be more to your liking. In New Jersey, travel nurse jobs are diverse. There is a wide range of hospitals and facilities looking for travel nurses that could benefit your career.
What Are The Best Things To Do in New Jersey For Travel Nurses?
In addition to its own attractions, New Jersey is near many sites in the surrounding states. New Jersey sits right next to both New York and Philadelphia, making day trips or weekend getaways easier.
How Has COVID-19 Impacted Travel Nursing In New Jersey?
COVID-19 has made travel nursing more than just an opportunity to grow your career or travel. It’s become a necessity. In New Jersey, travel nurse jobs are needed to help fill in gaps in staffing in strained hospitals and facilities. There is also a need for vaccination support. As the vaccine is rolled out in higher numbers, travel nurses can help support this effort. Crisis pay is often offered for these high-risk positions.
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