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Our commitment to nursing
As part of Johnson & Johnson's global social impact platform J&J Care Community, which champions nurses and community health workers to advance access to quality care around the world, we are proud to continue our 125 years standing support of the profession, because we believe nurses are the backbone of health systems worldwide and critical in transforming care.

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In the Spotlight
  • nurse with patient and "Caring with courage" film series title overlaid on image
    Turn inspiring stories of nurse innovation into action with this toolkit for health system nursing teams. Featuring "Caring with Courage" films produced for Johnson & Johnson by BBC StoryWorks Commercial Productions, meet extraordinary nurse innovators working to improve healthcare in meaningful ways. Explore the series, dive into the post-film discussion and reflection activity, and download a new resource guide to innovation opportunities supported by Johnson & Johnson.
  • community nurse taking blood pressure of female patient in a rural outdoor setting
    The WHO estimates a global shortage of 4.5 million nurses by 2030. Patients around the world face poorer health outcomes due to gaps in access to quality care and a mounting strain on health workers. That’s why Johnson & Johnson is proud to champion nurses and community health workers through its global social platform J&J CareCommunity,
  • Female doctor or nurse working in the hospital emergency room. Smiling nurse distributing medical supplies on a tray in icu room in hospital.
    The EMPOWOR program provides courses developed to equip learners facing the challenges of today’s healthcare.
  • image showing nurse holding device to illustrate the intersection between healthcare and technology
    As AI-based technologies help to solve complex problems, it’s essential that systems emphasize the importance of collaboration between nurses and AI developers to ensure care is delivered compassionately, equitably, and safely.
Nursing School & Career Resources
  • Nurses play a critical role in safeguarding public health, yet gaps in access to quality care persist across many communities in the U.S. Investing in a strong, resilient nursing workforce is essential to ensuring better health outcomes nationwide. One way we do this is by partnering with the Foundation of the National Student Nurses Association (FNSNA) on scholarships that invest in the next generation of nursing professionals.

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  • Are you considering a nursing career but unsure of where to start? Discovering your nursing career path is the first step towards a fulfilling and rewarding career in healthcare. With various nursing specialties and career paths to choose from, getting into a nursing program is the next step towards achieving your goals.
  • There are numerous nursing schools and programs available throughout the country, providing a wide range of nursing classes, degrees and certifications to choose from. Use the tools below to explore best colleges for nursing and the best nursing programs based on the criteria that fit your specific needs and career goals.
  • There are many kinds of financial assistance available, including nursing grants and scholarships, to help you on your path to a nursing career.
  • Nursing Programs & DegreesWhen considering a future nursing career, it's important to explore the different nursing programs available and the paths they offer. With various options like associate degree programs, bachelor's degree programs, and direct-entry master's degree programs, prospective students can choose the educational path that best suits their goals and interests.
Nursing Career Guidance
No matter how far you are in your nursing journey, there’s a specialty to suit you. Start the quiz by choosing one of these which describes you.
Latest Nursing News & Innovation
  • female nurse at patient's bedside from video still taken from "Caring with courage" film series
    In these films produced for Johnson & Johnson by BBC StoryWorks Commercial Productions, you'll meet three teams of extraordinary nurse innovators, each working to improve healthcare in meaningful ways. Watch the series and download the accompanying Nurse Innovation Toolkit to spark conversations, inspire change, and foster a culture of innovation within your health system.
    2025-04-24T16:34:52.700Z
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    At Lehigh Valley Health Network, part of Jefferson Health, the nursing innovation unit started by tackling everyday frustrations, like moving printers and improving communication, and has since evolved into a powerhouse for workflow and care delivery transformation. Find out why the initiative started, what key structural supports make it successful, and how these nurse-led innovations are now scaling across the system.
    2025-04-04T19:57:18.113Z
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    The Safer Together initiative highlights the critical link between workforce safety and patient care. By fostering a culture of trust and collaboration, it empowers healthcare workers and improves safety for both patients and providers. Learn how the initiative focuses on creating an environment of shared responsibility where everyone plays a part in ensuring safety.
    2025-04-04T19:57:10.588Z
In this episode, part of our AI in Play series, emergency care nurse, health innovator, and entrepreneur Kwamane Liddell, JD, MHA, BSN, shares how AI is helping remove the paperwork roadblocks such as internet access, low literacy, and stigma standing between families and resources, and between care providers and the people they care for.

Continuing Education Credits

Through our partners and educational grants provided to independent, accredited continuing education (CE) providers, Johnson & Johnson is making resources available to nurses to focused on key areas.

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    The EMPOWOR program, provided by JnJInstitute.com, is designed to provide nurses and Allied Health Professionals with clinical education and leadership resources.
  • Free online course for nursing students and new nurses focused on foundational resilience-building skills, including identifying red flags of stress, overcoming barriers to accessing mental health services, and more.