New Jersey Primary Care Practitioner Loan Redemption ProgramUp to $120,000
Up to $120,000 in total for two to four years of service, following a minimum two-year commitment with a six-month probationary period.
Tax treatment not stated · Service counts toward PSLF · Not published on the HESAA page; cycles are announced through Rutgers RBHS. · Verified 2026-07-27

Federal programs you can also use: NHSC LRP, NHSC Rural Community LRP, NHSC SUD LRP, STAR LRP, NHSC S2S, Nurse Corps LRP, IHS LRP, PSLF.

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Practice authority: AANP. Shortage & loan-repayment data: HRSA / NHSC and the state agencies linked above.

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FQHC Opportunities

39 FQHC positions in New Jersey offer student loan repayment up to $75,000 over 2 years through NHSC.

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About Nurse Practitioner Jobs in New Jersey

New Jersey offers excellent opportunities for Nurse Practitioners (NPs) across various healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, FQHCs, and private practices. With 22 current openings, New Jersey is actively recruiting qualified NPs to meet the growing healthcare needs of its population.

Many positions in New Jersey offer competitive compensation packages including sign-on bonuses, relocation assistance, and student loan repayment. FQHC positions are particularly attractive as they qualify for NHSC loan repayment programs that can provide up to $75,000 over 2 years toward student loan debt.

Nurse Practitioner Jobs in New Jersey — FAQ

Can nurse practitioners practice independently in New Jersey?

New Jersey is a reduced-practice-authority state for nurse practitioners. NPs need a joint protocol with a collaborating physician for prescribing. Prescribes under a collaborative agreement with a physician, including controlled substances subject to state limits.

Do nurse practitioner jobs in New Jersey qualify for student loan repayment?

Nurse practitioners at NHSC-approved FQHCs and community health centers in New Jersey can qualify for the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program — up to $75,000 for a full-time, two-year commitment. There are 153 NHSC-approved sites on record in New Jersey.

Does New Jersey have its own loan repayment program for nurse practitioners?

Yes. New Jersey runs a state program nurse practitioners can use: New Jersey Primary Care Practitioner Loan Redemption Program (up to $120,000). State awards apply on top of the federal NHSC Loan Repayment Program, and the service also counts toward Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

How many nurse practitioner jobs are available in New Jersey?

We currently list 22 nurse practitioner positions in New Jersey at community health centers and FQHCs. New roles are added continuously as facilities post them.

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