As you consider your next steps in education and career, it’s worth taking a look at what the job market is signaling.

According to Monster’s Q3 2025 Market Report, healthcare roles - in particular clinical roles - are among the most in-demand functions today. For anyone thinking about a meaningful, resilient profession, nursing stands out.

The Report names Registered Nurse (RN) as the single top job title posted by employers. The reason: persistent staffing gaps across acute care, outpatient, home health, and telehealth.

In addition, one of the five fastest-growing industries (≥ 10% quarter-over-quarter) is Healthcare Practitioners -which includes RNs among other clinical roles.

In short: the demand is strong, and likely to remain.

Because nursing spans so many settings—hospitals, clinics, home care, telehealth, community health—it offers flexibility. The report points out RNs are in demand across acute, ambulatory, home health, and telehealth.

That means by earning a nursing degree through Jersey College, you aren’t limited to just “hospital bedside” roles—you can move into different settings, specialize (ICU, ED, telemetry, etc.), and pivot as your interests evolve.

Learn more in our Nursing Career Paths article.

Monster’s guidance for job seekers says to highlight license + unit speciality (e.g., ICU, ED), key credentials (ACLS/BLS), experience with key systems (Epic/Cerner), etc.

At Jersey College, you’ll gain foundational nursing knowledge, clinical experience, and an academic credential that puts you in this category of “qualified candidate.” That’s a strong match to what employers are actively seeking.

Beyond numbers, nursing offers something many careers don’t: a direct, meaningful impact on people’s lives, on health outcomes, on communities. And with “persistent staffing gaps” in healthcare, you’re not just chasing the next job - you’re stepping into a role that matters and that is needed.

In uncertain economic times, roles that are resilient and mission-driven hold special appeal.

The report includes job-search advice that’s very relevant:

• Focus on quality over quantity when applying.
• Emphasize your skills more than just titles.
• Be prepared for hiring processes that may take longer.

For you as a nursing student (or prospective student), that means: build your credentials, highlight what you can do (clinical skills, teamwork, care coordination), plan ahead, and don’t rush the process. Your journey through Jersey College will position you well.

Bottom line: If you’re looking for a career that combines strong job-market demand, meaningful work, flexible paths, and transferable skills, nursing is a standout option. At Jersey College, you’ll gain the education and experience to step confidently into the RN role - ready to meet a marketplace that clearly wants you.

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