- Completed the program course in the Fundamentals of Nursing within 12 months before submitting the examination application.
- Completed graduation from a recognized nursing school and is planning to acquire the state nursing boards; OR if you are currently licensed as a registered professional nurse and have graduated from a foreign school of nursing.
- Completed program and is employed as a CNA aide in a military service, which is comparable to that of a certified nursing assistant.
- Completed assisted living facilities program course of 85 hours approved by the state and has never been certified as a personal care assistant (PCA) in NJ.
- Initially certified as a CNA in NJ more than 5 years ago and your certificate lapsed. You are required to complete the nursing assistant program in long-term care facility and pass the competency evaluation.
- Initially certified as a CNA in NJ less than 5 years ago and your certificate lapsed. You need to qualify the written / oral examination and skills evaluation. If you fail any of these sections, you will have to retrain and retest.
Steps for Completing the Examination Application
If you are applying for nurse aide certification by examination, follow the below steps:
Step 1 – After completing your CNA Program program, you are eligible to take the test. Download the application from the following link:
https://candidate.psiexams.com/catalog/fap_test_details.jsp?testid=2414&prev_page=/catalog/fap_test_catalog_details.jsp
Step 2 – Submit the application to PSI.
Step 3 – After submission of the application, the instructor of your program program will schedule for the Skills Evaluation.
Step 4 – If your application is incorrect or incomplete, a notification will be sent by the PSI explaining the reason why the application is returned. You will also be provided instructions to complete the application form.
Step 5 – Take and pass both the sections – skills and written / oral of the exam within 2 years of completion of your program program.
Obtaining CNA Licensure through Reciprocity or Equivalency
If you are presently holding a CNA license in another state and your name is placed on that state’s nurse aide registry and on any state’s nurse aide abuse registry, and your certificate has not been revoked in any state, you may apply for nurse aide certification in New Jersey.
Testing / Reciprocity Fees
- Examination Fee
- Skills Evaluation and English Oral Exam – $90.00
- Skills Evaluation and Written Exam – $76.00
- Skills Evaluation and Spanish Oral Exam – $90.00
- Written Exam Only (Re-take Exam) – $53.00
- Skills Evaluation Only (Re-take Exam) – $23.00
- Spanish Oral Exam Only (Re-take Exam) – $67.00
- English Oral Exam Only (Re-take Exam) – $67.00
- Reciprocity – $30.00
Recertification / Renewal of New Jersey Nurse Aide License
All CNAs are required to renew and update their license at least once in every 2 years, along with completing the fingerprint process. A PSI data renewal mailer will be mailed to you approximately 45 days before the expiry date.
In order to be recertified in the state, an individual must:
- Hold valid, current nurse aide certificate.
- Employed in nursing or services related to nursing for a minimum of 7 hours as paid for an agency licensed by the Department or in a licensed health care facility, within the last 2 years from the expiry date.
- Must not have their certificate suspended or revoked.
- Completed a criminal history background check with fingerprinting before the expiry date of the certificate.
Verification of CNA License in NJ
Use the following link to verify the status of your CNA licensure:
https://candidate.psiexams.com/
Online New Jersey Nurse Aide Registry Search
Click the below link to search the NJ Nurse Aide Registry:
https://njna.psiexams.com/
You will be required to enter the below details:
- Last Name
- First Name
- Birth Date
- Certification Number
Duplicate Nurse Aide License, Reporting Name, Address or Employer Changes
In order to replace a lost care assistant or nurse aide certificate, or report an address, name, or employer change, you are required to contact:
New Jersey Nurse Aide Registry PSI
3525 Quakerbridge Road, Suite 1000
Hamilton Township, New Jersey – 08619
You can also call at the toll-free telephone number: 1-877-774-4243
Expired Certificate
If your nurse aide license has expired / lapsed and the date of your initial certification is more than five (5) years, you need to complete the following requisites:
- Nurse aide program program of 90 hours or personal care assistant program program of 85 hours approved by the state.
- Written (or Oral) Examination
- Skills Evaluation
If your nurse aide license has expired / lapsed and the date of your initial certification is less than five (5) years, you need to pass both Written (or Oral) and the Skills Evaluation Examination before the completion of 5 years of your initial license.
FAQs
Question 1 – Where do I call for any queries related to the certification process in NJ?
Answer – In a few days, the registry will be available online. For questions related to the certification status, candidates can call at 1-877-774-4243.
Question 2 – How can I download the Candidate Information Bulletin?
Question 3 – How can I order CBI (Criminal Background Investigation) forms?
Answer – To order CBI forms, email at njnurse@psiexams.com. You must include the mailing address and the quantity needed while submitting your request.
