Establishes program for recruitment, training, and retention of health care professionals in veterans memorial homes; appropriates $370,000.

This bill establishes a two-year pilot program to address staffing shortages at New Jersey's veterans memorial homes (Menlo Park, Paramus, and Vineland). It appropriates $370,000 to fund recruitment bonuses of up to $6,000 per registered or licensed practical nurse hired, and reimburses current staff for education costs to obtain nursing licenses (capped at $7,500 per semester), requiring a two-year work commitment post-graduation. The program also mandates specialized training in geriatric care, PTSD management, and trauma-informed care for veterans. The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs must report annually on participation and outcomes to the Governor and Legislature.