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Raynard Washington Sworn In as New Jersey Health Commissioner
Raynard Washington has been sworn in as Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Health, according to a June 20, 2026, social media post.
By The Desk - Jordan Leahy·June 22, 2026
Sometime prior to the announcement, Washington and his Chief of Staff, Thalia Sirjue, visited the campus of healthcare provider CHEMED. During the site visit, they toured the facility and met with the organization's leadership and staff.
The visit served as an opportunity for CHEMED to present its programs and services, which it describes as an integrated, whole-person model of care.