A Unique Organization

The New Jersey League for Nursing is the only organization in New Jersey in which registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, allied health care providers, those providing nursing care through the employment of nurses, nurse educators and consumers meet on common ground. The New Jersey League for Nursing is the state constituency of the National League for Nursing.

Philosophy

NJLN believes in the advancement of nursing education through programs and opportunities for professional growth that address the changing needs of diverse students, faculty and nurses. We also believe that this endeavor can be enhanced by forming and promoting partnerships with all nurses and the consumers they serve.  We further believe that NJLN must take measures to positively promote nursing through education, health care coalitions, and public recognition of nursing excellence.

Our Mission

The purpose of the New Jersey League for Nursing is to support and implement the mission of the National League for Nursing, Inc. to advance quality nursing education to meet the needs of diverse populations in a ever changing health care environment at the constituent level.

An Organization That Cares About You

We invite you to join an organization that believes health care needs can best be met through the interaction of nurses, consumers and providers of health care. It is an opportunity to exchange information, network, foster leadership and enhance nursing's professional image. We welcome individual, agency members and corporate sponsors who share our vision of improving the quality of health care available to residents of New Jersey.

 Advantages to the Professional and Consumer

  • Provides programs on current health issues at the annual convention.
  • Promotes community education to enhance consumer awareness of health care needs.
  • Provides continuing education for improving nursing practice.
  • Funds nursing scholarships to enhance professional and academic development.
  • Offers reduced rates for education programs.
  • Voting power in election of Officers and Board of Directors, and at the annual convention where health issues are addressed.
  • Opportunity to become a member of a committee.
  • Continuing Education contact hours awarded for educational programs.
  • Provides a conduit for recognizing excellence in nursing practice.

Committee Membership Available

Members have an opportunity to utilize their talents and improve their skills by joining any of the following committees:

Bylaws Committee
Convention Committee
Membership Committee
Nominating Committee (elected)
Program Committee
Publicity Committee
Public Affairs Committee
Resolutions Committee
Resource & Development Committee

Membership Dues

We welcome all nurses, students, allied health care providers, consumers, health care facilities, education institutions and corporations to join our organization.

Membership $60

Membership Form

The New Jersey League for Nursing is a state constituency of the National League for Nursing. For further information regarding national membership, please call (908) 789-3398.

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