S 2936 New Jersey Senate · 2024-2025 Regular Session

Establishes tuition reimbursement program for certain advanced practice nurses who provide mental health care services in underserved areas in New Jersey.

S 2936 creates a tuition reimbursement program for New Jersey advanced practice nurses who provide mental health care in designated underserved areas. Eligible nurses - NJ residents certified in advanced practice nursing with mental health specialization - must commit to 1-4 years of full-time service in these areas in exchange for reimbursement. The program covers 25% of the lowest-year tuition cost per year of service (capped at 100% total), paid through the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority. Nurses must agree to charge reasonable rates, provide sliding-scale care for low-income patients, maintain certification, and report service performance to the program.
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Introduced Mar 11, 2024 Last action Mar 11, 2024
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee
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