# RN, CNA, and Medical Assistant Jobs in New York and New Jersey: How Quality Healthcare Staffing Places Clinical Professionals

If you are a registered nurse, certified nursing assistant, medical assistant, or nurse practitioner in the New York or New Jersey area, the demand for your skills has never been higher — and how you find your next position makes a real difference in placement speed, compensation, and fit.

Quality Healthcare Staffing (QHS) connects clinical professionals with healthcare organizations across New York City, New Jersey, and the greater metro area. This guide covers the types of clinical roles we fill, what the current market looks like, and how to get started.

Registered Nurse (RN) Jobs in NYC and NJ

Demand for RNs across New York and New Jersey remains elevated across all care settings. QHS places RNs in:

Home Care / LHCSA Settings
RNs in home care perform initial assessments, create care plans, provide skilled nursing visits (wound care, IV therapy, post-surgical monitoring), supervise home health aides, and coordinate with physicians. New York’s home care market — particularly MLTC and NHTD Waiver programs — has ongoing RN needs for supervisory and direct care roles.
Long-Term Care and SNF
Skilled nursing facilities across NYC boroughs and NJ counties consistently need staff RNs, charge nurses, and clinical supervisors. QHS has active relationships with facilities in Essex, Hudson, Bergen, and Passaic counties in NJ, and across all five NYC boroughs.
Clinical Coordinator Roles
MLTC plans, home care agencies, and managed care organizations hire RNs as care coordinators, utilization reviewers, and clinical intake specialists. These roles often offer more predictable schedules and competitive compensation compared to direct bedside care.
Requirements to work through QHS as an RN:

• Active, unrestricted NY or NJ RN license (or both)
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• Clean background check and OIG exclusion check
• Proof of TB test within 12 months
• References from clinical supervisors

CNA Jobs in New York and New Jersey

Certified Nursing Assistants are among the highest-demand positions in the NYC/NJ market. QHS places CNAs in:

Home Care (HHA track): Many CNAs in New York work as certified Home Health Aides. If you hold a CNA certification, you may qualify for the HHA certification with additional training. QHS can connect you with the appropriate training pathways.
Nursing Facilities and ALFs: SNFs and assisted living facilities across the metro area hire CNAs for day, evening, and overnight shifts. Per diem and permanent placements available.
Hospital Support Roles: Hospitals across NYC and NJ hire CNAs as patient care technicians, nursing assistants, and patient sitters — particularly in geriatric, rehabilitation, and long-term care units.
Requirements:

• Active CNA certification (NY or NJ)
• BLS/CPR current
• Background check clearance
• References

Medical Assistant (MA) Jobs in NYC and NJ

Medical assistants are in high demand across outpatient clinics, physician offices, community health centers, and managed care organizations in New York and New Jersey. QHS places MAs in:

• Primary care and multi-specialty outpatient practices
• Community health centers serving underserved populations (Federally Qualified Health Centers in NYC and NJ)
• Managed care organizations needing front-line clinical staff
• Home care agencies hiring MAs for care coordination support roles

Both administrative MAs and clinical MAs (those who perform phlebotomy, EKG, injections, and vitals) are in demand. Clinical MAs command higher rates.
Requirements:

• MA certification (CMA, RMA, or equivalent) preferred
• Electronic health record experience (Epic, Athena, eClinicalWorks common in NYC/NJ)
• Bilingual skills (Spanish, Haitian Creole, Mandarin, Arabic) highly valued in NYC and NJ markets

Nurse Practitioner (NP) Jobs in New York and New Jersey

Nurse practitioners in New York have full practice authority (since 2023), creating expanded opportunities in both independent practice settings and employed roles. QHS places NPs in:

Home Care / House Call Programs
NPs in home-based primary care programs conduct house call visits for homebound patients — high-demand in NYC and NJ, particularly for Medicare/Medicaid populations. These roles often offer significant schedule flexibility.
Long-Term Care
NPs in SNF and ALF settings provide primary care management, reduce unnecessary hospitalizations, and manage chronic conditions for facility residents.
Managed Care Organizations
MLTC plans, managed care companies, and health plans hire NPs for utilization management, case management, and population health roles — clinical work without bedside demands.
Requirements:

• Active, unrestricted NY or NJ NP license
• DEA registration (for prescribing roles)
• Collaborative practice agreement (if required by the setting)
• Current board certification (FNP, GNP, AGPCNP most common in home care/LTC settings)

Why QHS Instead of Applying Directly?

Healthcare organizations that work with QHS benefit from our pre-screening process. For candidates, working through QHS means:

• Faster placement: We have active relationships with hiring managers — your application goes to a real contact, not an ATS
• Credential management: We handle license verification, background checks, and OIG exclusion checks so facilities can move faster
• Access to roles not publicly posted: Many of our client openings are filled before they hit job boards
• Ongoing pipeline: Once you are in our system, we notify you of new roles matching your skills and geography

How to Apply to QHS

Current openings and the QHS candidate intake form are available at qhstaff.com. You can also contact us directly to discuss your background and what type of roles you are looking for.

QHS places clinical professionals across:

• All five New York City boroughs (Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, Manhattan, Staten Island)
• Nassau and Suffolk counties (Long Island)
• Westchester County
• Essex, Hudson, Bergen, Passaic, and Union counties (New Jersey)
• Monroe County and Rochester, NY

If you are a nurse, CNA, medical assistant, or nurse practitioner looking for your next position in the NYC/NJ metro area, QHS is actively placing candidates now. Visit qhstaff.com or call to speak with a recruiter today.

Healthcare remains one of the most active hiring sectors in the New York and New Jersey metro area. Home care agencies, long-term care facilities, group homes, and hospital systems are actively filling roles at every level — from entry-level Home Health Aides to experienced Registered Nurses and Care Coordinators.

If you are looking for your next healthcare job, this is a practical overview of what is hiring right now, what qualifications each role typically requires, and how to get started with Quality Healthcare Staffing.

In-Demand Healthcare Roles in New York

Home Health Aide (HHA) and Personal Care Aide (PCA)

HHA and PCA positions are among the most consistently available healthcare jobs in New York City and the surrounding counties. Home care agencies are expanding their caregiver rosters to meet demand from Medicaid home care programs, MLTC plans, and private pay clients.

What the work involves: Assisting clients with daily activities — bathing, dressing, mobility, meal preparation, and medication reminders. Some positions involve light medical monitoring such as recording vital signs. HHAs can perform a slightly broader range of tasks than PCAs under New York regulations.
What you need:

• HHA: Completion of a state-approved 75-hour HHA training program and a passing score on the competency exam. Active listing on the NYS HHA registry.
• PCA: Completion of a state-approved training program (requirement varies by employer and program type).
• Both roles: Valid ID, Social Security card, TB test clearance, background check clearance.

Scheduling: Most home care positions offer flexible scheduling, including part-time, full-time, live-in, and overnight shifts. Weekend and overnight differentials are common.

HHA jobs in New York City and home health aide jobs in the five boroughs are among the fastest-filling positions QH Staffing places. If you hold an active HHA certificate, applying now gives you a strong placement timeline.

Registered Nurse (RN) and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Nursing jobs in New York and New Jersey remain in high demand across multiple settings: home care, skilled nursing facilities, adult day programs, and outpatient clinics.

What the work involves: Clinical assessments, medication administration, wound care, care planning, and coordination with physicians and care teams. Home health nurses typically manage a caseload of patients in the community and document visits in an electronic health record.
What you need:

• Active RN or LPN license in the state where you will be working (NY and NJ licenses are separate)
• BLS/CPR certification
• For home health: at least one year of clinical experience preferred; some roles are open to new graduates with strong clinical training backgrounds

Available settings: Private duty nursing, MLTC, LHCSA-certified home care agencies, and per diem nursing pools. Per diem nursing jobs in New Jersey and New York offer schedule flexibility that many experienced nurses prefer.

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

DSP jobs are a major segment of the New Jersey DDD (Division of Developmental Disabilities) job market and are increasingly available in New York as well. DSPs work with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, supporting them in group homes, day programs, and community settings.

What the work involves: Daily living support, community integration activities, behavioral support, documentation, and working within individualized support plans. The work is relationship-based and requires patience, consistency, and communication skills.
What you need:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• NJ DDD or OPWDD orientation training (some employers provide this upon hire)
• Valid driver’s license (required for many community-based DSP positions)
• Background clearance

DSP positions in New Jersey DDD programs are among the most actively filled roles through QH Staffing’s NJ operations. Both full-time and part-time shifts are available, including overnight.

Healthcare Support and Coordinator Roles

Beyond direct care, several support and coordination roles are consistently hiring:

Care Coordinator / Service Coordinator: Works with clients enrolled in Medicaid waiver programs (NHTD, TBI, OPWDD) or MLTC plans to manage service authorizations, connect clients to community resources, and handle documentation. Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or a related field is typically required. Bilingual candidates (Spanish, Mandarin, Haitian Creole) are in particular demand.
Scheduling Coordinator: Manages caregiver scheduling for home care agencies, handling shift assignments, last-minute changes, and coverage logistics. Strong organizational skills and experience with scheduling software are valued. This is a high-need role for agencies growing their caregiver pool.
Medical Biller / Revenue Cycle Staff: Experience with Medicaid billing, HHAX, or other home care billing platforms is increasingly sought by home care agencies and long-term care organizations.

Apply Now at Quality Healthcare Staffing

Quality Healthcare Staffing works with healthcare employers across New York and New Jersey to fill clinical, direct care, and support roles. Whether you are a credentialed HHA looking for consistent shifts, a nurse seeking per diem flexibility, or someone entering healthcare for the first time, our recruiters can match you with positions that fit your schedule and qualifications.

Apply now at qhstaff.com. The application takes a few minutes, and a recruiter will follow up to review open positions that match your background. We place candidates in permanent, per diem, and temp-to-hire roles across both states.

For healthcare organizations in New York City and New Jersey that operate behavioral health programs, finding qualified psychiatric staff is one of the most persistent operational challenges. Unlike general medical roles, behavioral health positions require a specific clinical background, licensure requirements that vary by setting, and interpersonal competencies that aren’t easily assessed from a resume alone.

The Psychiatric Staffing Shortage in NYC and NJ

New York City faces a significant gap between the demand for mental health services and the supply of licensed and trained professionals to deliver them. Inpatient psychiatric units, community mental health centers, and crisis stabilization programs across Brooklyn, the Bronx, and upper Manhattan regularly operate with below-target staffing levels. In New Jersey, outpatient behavioral health programs funded by DDD and county mental health boards face similar shortfalls, particularly for bilingual staff and those with dual-diagnosis experience.

The result: longer hiring timelines, heavier workloads for existing staff, and gaps in coverage that affect patient outcomes.

How QH Staffing Supports Behavioral Health Organizations

QH Staffing maintains an active pipeline of psychiatric healthcare candidates across NYC and New Jersey, including:

• Psych RNs and LPNs with inpatient and outpatient experience
• Mental health technicians and psychiatric aides
• Home health aides trained to work with individuals with behavioral health conditions
• Case managers and care coordinators for community-based programs

We verify credentials, conduct reference checks, and confirm availability before submitting candidates — so your team spends time on interviews, not screening.

For Organizations Hiring Psychiatric Staff

Whether you need one psychiatric nurse for a specific shift pattern or ongoing support for a high-turnover role, QH Staffing can build a placement pipeline tailored to your program. We work with hospitals, outpatient clinics, residential programs, and home care agencies across the New York metropolitan area.

Contact QH Staffing at qhstaff.com to discuss your staffing needs.

Demand for psychiatric nurses, mental health technicians, and behavioral health aides across New York City and New Jersey is running well ahead of available staff. Healthcare organizations — including outpatient clinics, inpatient behavioral health units, community mental health centers, and home care agencies — are consistently seeking qualified candidates with experience in psychiatric settings.

What Psychiatric Healthcare Jobs Are Available in NYC and NJ

QH Staffing places candidates in a range of psychiatric and behavioral health positions, including:

• Psychiatric Registered Nurses (Psych RN) — inpatient units, outpatient clinics, crisis stabilization centers
• Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) — Behavioral Health — medication management, patient monitoring, documentation in psychiatric settings
• Mental Health Technicians (MHT) / Psychiatric Aides — direct patient support, observation, activity facilitation
• Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW) — assessment, case management, therapy in community and hospital settings
• Home Health Aides (HHA) — Behavioral Health Focus — in-home support for individuals with mental health conditions or dual diagnoses

What Employers Look for in Psychiatric Healthcare Candidates

Psychiatric and behavioral health positions require a specific combination of clinical credentials and interpersonal skills. Most inpatient positions require at minimum an active RN or LPN license and at least one year of experience in a psychiatric or behavioral health setting. Mental health technician roles typically require a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR certification, and completed training in de-escalation techniques such as CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention).

Employers in NYC increasingly prefer candidates who are bilingual — Spanish, Haitian Creole, and Mandarin are the most in-demand languages in behavioral health settings across the five boroughs.

How QH Staffing Places Psychiatric Healthcare Workers

When you apply through QH Staffing for a behavioral health position, a recruiter reviews your credentials and experience, matches you to appropriate openings, and handles the submission process to employers. We work with agencies and facilities across Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and northern New Jersey.

Candidates with an active RN or LPN license and at least one year of psychiatric experience are placed within 1–2 weeks on average. Mental health technician roles with complete documentation average 5–10 business days from application to placement.

If you hold psychiatric healthcare credentials and are looking for work in NYC or NJ, apply at qhstaff.com or contact QH Staffing directly.

HHA and CNA Jobs in Brooklyn, Bronx, and New Jersey: How to Get Hired in 2026

Home care and nursing roles across New York City and New Jersey remain among the most consistently available healthcare positions in the region. But getting placed quickly — in a role that matches your schedule, certifications, and pay expectations — depends on understanding what employers are looking for and how the hiring process works.

What Employers Are Hiring For Right Now

In Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, and northern New Jersey, home care agencies and healthcare facilities are actively hiring for:

• Home Health Aides (HHA) — personal care, vital signs monitoring, activities of daily living (ADLs) assistance, light housekeeping. HHA certification required in NY.
• Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) — nursing home, long-term care, and in-home settings. CNA certification plus state registry listing required.
• Personal Care Aides (PCA) — non-medical daily living support. Requirements vary by employer and Medicaid program.
• Live-in aides — full-time residential support. High demand in Manhattan and Brooklyn; typically higher pay.

HHA minimum wage in New York City is $19.65/hour as of January 2026, with many agencies offering above-minimum rates for experienced aides and live-in placements.

What Slows Down the Hiring Process

Most delays in healthcare job placement come down to a few predictable issues:

Incomplete documentation. NY Medicaid agencies require a current HHA/CNA certificate, a photo ID, Social Security card, TB test results (within 1 year), physical exam, and background check clearance. Having these ready before applying cuts processing time significantly.

Registry gaps. For CNAs, active registration on the New York Nurse Aide Registry is a hard requirement. If your listing has lapsed or was never added, that needs to be resolved before placement.

Mismatch on availability. Agencies need to fill specific shift patterns — overnight live-in, daytime hourly, weekend coverage. Being clear and realistic about your availability from the start avoids placements that don’t last.

Expired certifications. HHA certification in New York requires periodic in-service training. If your certification is more than 12 months old and you haven’t completed in-service hours, some agencies will require you to repeat training.

How to Get Placed Faster Through QH Staffing

QH Staffing works with home care agencies and healthcare employers across Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and New Jersey. When you apply through QH:

1. A recruiter reviews your documentation and certifications

2. We match your availability to active openings in your area

3. You’re submitted to employers who are a fit — no cold applications to agencies that don’t have shifts available

4. Once placed, we follow up to make sure the role is working for you

The average time from initial application to first shift — when documentation is complete — is 5 to 10 business days.

Current openings are posted at qhstaff.com. If you have your HHA or CNA certification and are ready to work in NYC or NJ, contact QH Staffing to get the process started.