Murphy signs bill exempting nursing mothers from jury duty in New Jersey
TRENTON, NJ — Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation Tuesday allowing nursing mothers to be excused from jury duty, a move state leaders say will reduce barriers for new parents and align with…
Five Great New Jersey Colleges to Earn a Degree in Nursing
New Jersey is home to several top-tier nursing programs that offer aspiring nurses a pathway to successful careers in healthcare. Among the leading options, Rutgers University stands out with its highly-ranked School…
Murder-Suicide Investigated at Manatawny Manor Nursing Home
Murder-Suicide Investigated at Manatawny Manor Nursing Home **Chester County, PA** – On Wednesday, the East Coventry Police Department along with Chester County Detectives addressed a murder-suicide case at the Manatawny Manor Nursing…
Investigation Underway in Death at Nursing Home
Investigation Underway in Death at Nursing Home **East Coventry, PA** - The East Coventry Police Department, alongside Chester County Detectives, is conducting a murder/attempted suicide investigation following the death of an 89-year-old…
Maryland man sentenced for selling fraudulent nursing diplomas and licenses
GREENBELT, Md. — A Maryland man has been sentenced to 21 months in federal prison for his role in a scheme to sell fraudulent nursing diplomas, transcripts, and licenses, which allowed unqualified…
Former Queens Nursing Home Director Charged with Stealing Over 1,500 Oxycodone Pills
QUEENS, NY—Charles Gonder, 52, a former director at two Queens nursing homes, was arraigned today on multiple drug and fraud charges, following accusations that he stole more than 1,500 oxycodone pills from…
Nurse Assaulted by Resident at Utica Nursing Home
UTICA, NY—A distressing incident occurred at the Grand Nursing Home in Utica, where a nurse was assaulted by a resident on Saturday at approximately 11:45 AM. Utica Police were called to the…
A New Accelerated Three-Year Nursing Program Announced at New Jersey University
Union, NJ — Kean University is now accepting applications for its newly launched undergraduate nursing degree program, enabling students to earn a bachelor’s degree and qualify as registered nurses (RN) in just…
Nursing Mothers Could Soon Be Exempt From Jury Duty in New Jersey
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Senators M. Teresa Ruiz and Brian P. Stack, along with co-sponsor Senator Diegnan, have introduced a bill aimed at exempting nursing mothers from jury duty. This legislative…
Katie Porter Says ‘One Instance’ Of Murder ‘Shouldn’t Shape’ US Immigration Policy After Nursing Student Killed
Katie Porter Says ‘One Instance’ Of Murder ‘Shouldn’t Shape’ US Immigration Policy After Nursing Student Killed Harold Hutchison on February 26, 2024 Democratic Rep. Katie Porter of California downplayed the need for…
Migrant Accused Of Killing US Nursing Student Entered Country Illegally, Released By Authorities
Migrant Accused Of Killing US Nursing Student Entered Country Illegally, Released By Authorities Robert Schmad on February 24, 2024 A man arrested in connection with the Thursday death of an Augusta University…
Signed into Law: Singer Bill Establishing Reimbursement Rate for Traumatic Brain Injury Nursing Facilities
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Robert Singer that establishes a minimum NJ FamilyCare reimbursement rate for traumatic brain injury special care nursing facilities was signed into law today by Gov. Murphy.…
‘I Felt Horrible’: 94-Year-Old Veteran Kicked Out Of Nursing Home To Make Room For Illegal Migrants
‘I Felt Horrible’: 94-Year-Old Veteran Kicked Out Of Nursing Home To Make Room For Illegal Migrants Harold Hutchison on November 29, 2023 A 94-year-old veteran was among those kicked out of a…
First-Time Player, Baltimore Nursing Student, Wins $100,000 Scratch-off Prize
BALTIMORE, MD – A 29-year-old nursing student from Baltimore has become $100,000 richer after purchasing her very first Maryland Lottery ticket. The student, who woke up with an unexplainable sense of luck,…
Lawmaker Says Phil Murphy Must Be Held Accountable for Nursing Home Deaths
NEW JERSEY – Following two scathing reports that highlighted severe lapses at the veterans homes in Menlo Park and Paramus, Senator Kristin Corrado is pushing for the creation of a special legislative…
Lawmakers Demand Emergency Session on Nursing Death Homes
TRENTON, NEW JERSEY – Senator Declan O’Scanlon, Assemblywoman Victoria Flynn, and Assemblyman Gerry Scharfenberger are calling for an emergency legislative session and independent committee hearings following a scathing report on the treatment…
Singer Says Murphy COVID Nursing Home Scandal Morally Unacceptable
TRENTON, NEW JERSEY – Senator Robert Singer (R-30) expressed moral outrage at the findings of the Justice Department’s investigation into State-run veterans homes and is advocating for immediate legislative action. “As the…
Feds Slam Murphy for Violating Rights of Veterans at Nursing Homes Where Hundreds Died
NEW JERSEY, NJ – The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has determined that New Jersey has consistently violated the Fourteenth Amendment rights of residents in two state-run veterans nursing facilities. This…
Nikki Haley Calls Senate ‘The Most Privileged Nursing Home’ After McConnell’s Mid-Speech Freeze
Nikki Haley Calls Senate ‘The Most Privileged Nursing Home’ After McConnell’s Mid-Speech Freeze Harold Hutchison on August 31, 2023 Former Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley said the United States Senate…
Police Suspect Nursing Home Double Killing a Murder-Suicide
HACKENSACK, NJ – An early morning shooting at the CareOne Wellington facility in Hackensack is under investigation by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office. The incident took place just before 9 a.m. Saturday…
Two Dead in North Jersey Nursing Home Shooting
Hackensack, NJ – A shooting occurred Saturday morning at a nursing home in Hackensack, claiming the lives of two elderly individuals. The Hackensack Police Department responded to a 911 call before 9…