This bill amends the New Jersey Board of Nursing's application review process for initial licensure and certification. It establishes specific timelines that the board must adhere to upon receiving applications for initial licensure as a practical nurse or registered professional nurse, or for initial certification as an advanced practice nurse. The board is required to issue a confirmation of receipt to the applicant, provide a status update 10 days after receipt, and deliver a final determination within 30 days.

The new legal language inserted into the current law outlines these requirements clearly, ensuring that applicants are kept informed throughout the review process. This change aims to enhance transparency and efficiency in the application process for nursing credentials in New Jersey, ultimately benefiting both the applicants and the healthcare system. The bill will take effect on the first day of the third month following its enactment and will apply to applications received on or after that date.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 45:11-24