Nursing Schools

Working as a nurse, you will serve as the main point of contact between the patient and the physician. Nurses dispense information to their patients, communicate vital details to their physicians, and prepare patients for upcoming tests, procedures, or surgeries. They also administer medication and perform basic tests, all while helping to keep a patient comfortable during their hospital stay. As a nurse, you will often communicate with spouses and family members to keep them updated on the patient's progress and to inform them of rehabilitative procedures.



Recommended Schools

Independence University

Master, Bachelor
MS - Nursing Wellness, MS - Nursing, BS - Nursing, MS - Nursing Administration, MS - Nursing Community Health, ...
Online School

University of Phoenix

Bachelor, Master
MS in Nursing - Nursing/Health Care Education: The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program, accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education* enhances the knowledge and skills of registered nurses with baccalaureate- degree preparation.
Other programs available at University of Phoenix: BS in Nursing (RN Required), MS in Nursing/MBA/ Health Care Management, MS in Nursing (RN Required), MS in Nursing/Master of Health Administration, MS in Nursing/Informatics
New Mexico, California, Florida, Hawaii, Arizona, Michigan, Wisconsin, Utah, Minnesota, Georgia, Ohio, Online School, Colorado, Tennessee, Nevada, Texas

Brown Mackie College

Associate, Certificate, Diploma
Certificate in Practical Nursing: The program in Practical Nursing balances classroom instruction with clinical experience. Students receive a solid foundation in the areas of medical-surgical nursing, pediatrics, obstetrics, geriatrics, and pharmacology.
Other programs available at Brown Mackie College: Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Diploma in Practical Nursing
Kansas, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky

National American University

Bachelor
B.S. Nursing BSN, B.S. RN to BSN Degree Completion, RN-to-BSN
Online School

Stevens-Henager Online

Bachelor
BS in Nursing Administration
Online School

CDI College

Diploma
Practical Nursing, Nursing Assistant
British Columbia, Quebec

National American University Campus

Bachelor, Master, Associate, Diploma
Practical Nursing: Nursing is both an art and a science with varying levels of practitioners. The art of nursing centers upon the meaning of relationships between the patient and nurse. In practicing the art of nursing, the nurse gives attention to aesthetic and caring approaches.
Other programs available at National American University Campus: B.S. RN to BSN Degree Completion, Master of Science Nursing, B.S. Nursing BSN, A.A.S. Nursing
New Mexico, Minnesota, Colorado, Missouri, Kansas, South Dakota, Texas

South University - Campus

Bachelor
Bachelor of Science in Nursing: The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program is designed to provide you with a solid educational foundation that may prepare you for entry into the nursing profession. The BSN program is designed for the nonregistered nurse student. You may complete prerequisite courses in as few as 6 quarters and then make application to enter the nursing program, which is taught throughout 7 quarters.
Other programs available at South University - Campus: Nursing RN to BSN Degree Completion
South Carolina, Alabama, Florida, Virginia

CollegeAmerica

Bachelor, Master, Associate
MS in Nursing Administration *Online: The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program develops the knowledge and skills required of registered nurses and enables nurses to pursue more challenging careers in the health care environment. The program combines nursing theory with the advanced practice concepts necessary to work successfully within the structure and culture of a variety of health care organizations.
Other programs available at CollegeAmerica: BS in Nursing Administration *Online, MS in Nursing Education *Online, BS in Nursing *Online, AS in Nursing
Wyoming, Colorado, Arizona

Chamberlain College of Nursing

Bachelor, Master
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN): Registered nurses with an associate's degree or diploma may complete the BSN degree online, allowing them to complete their education in an environment designed for adult learners.
Other programs available at Chamberlain College of Nursing: Master of Science in Nursing
Online School

New England Institute of Technology

Associate
Associate in Science Degree in Nursing
Rhode Island

ECPI

Certificate
Pratical Nursing
Virginia

Pioneer Pacific College

Diploma
Practical Nursing Diploma
Oregon

Walden University

Bachelor, Doctorate, Master
M.S. in Nursing (MSN) - BSN Track: This online program focuses on developing leaders and educators to fill critical roles in nursing. Based on educational and professional guidelines from the American Association of Colleges of Nursing and the American Nurses Association, this program uses nationally known experts to help you acquire the knowledge to educate nursing students, staff and patients–and prepare for current and future career opportunities.
Other programs available at Walden University: B.S. in Nursing (BSN), Post-Masters Certificates in Nursing, M.S. in Nursing (MSN) - RN Track
Online School

Grand Canyon University

Master, Bachelor
Bridge to M.S. in Nursing: Nursing Education: This Master of Science in Nursing bridge program is designed for registered nurses with a bachelors degree in health sciences or other related fields. The program is intended to meet the needs of adult learners who already posses a bachelors degree and an RN license who desire to pursue a graduate degree in nursing.
Other programs available at Grand Canyon University: Bridge to M.S. in Nursing: Leadership in Health Care Systems, MBA & MS in Nursing: Leadership in Health Care Systems, RN to BS in Nursing, MS in Nursing: Nursing Education
Online School

Dover Business College

Diploma
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
New Jersey

Kaplan University

Master, Certificate, Bachelor, Diploma
RN to MS in Nursing: If you are an RN and your career goals require earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing AND a Master of Science in Nursing, consider the new RN-to-MS in Nursing option. The RN-to-MS in Nursing option offers associate?s- or diploma-level nurses and nurses with a bachelor?s degree in another field the opportunity to satisfy specific core requirements for Kaplan University?s Master of Science in Nursing program while completing their bachelor?s degree in nursing.
Other programs available at Kaplan University: Legal Nurse Consulting, Forensic Nursing, MS in Nursing/Nurse Administrator, MS in Nursing/Nurse Educator, RN to BS in Nursing
Online School, Iowa, Nebraska

Vancouver Career College

Diploma
Practical Nursing
British Columbia

Herzing University

Associate, Bachelor
BS in Nursing: This innovative and accelerated program can be completed in just 32 months. Students are admitted directly into the nursing program; there is no wait list at Herzing. The program will prepare students to take the National Council Licensing Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) upon completion.
Other programs available at Herzing University: AS in Nursing - LPN to RN Bridge
Florida, Wisconsin

Keiser Career College

Diploma, Associate
RN Bridge Program: The Registered Nurse Bridge Program is designed to prepare the student for a career as a professional nurse. The program is designed to enable individuals who are currently in the Practical Nursing profession to study to become Registered Nurses. Students are prepared as Registered Nurses for a variety of careers in nursing and health care fields, and incorporates students' previous nursing training into the program requirements.
Other programs available at Keiser Career College: Practical Nurse
Florida

Liberty University

Master, Bachelor
MS in Nursing - Acute Care Track, BS in Nursing (RN to BSN)
Online School

Southwestern College

Coursework
Nursing
Ohio

Medical Careers Institute

Bachelor, Associate, Diploma
Registered Nursing - Associate: The Registered Nursing program's main objective is to equip our students with the most current knowledge and skills needed to meet the prevention, health maintenance, health promotion and restorative needs of the client.
Other programs available at Medical Careers Institute: Nursing (BSN) - Bachelor, Practical Nursing - Diploma
Virginia, South Carolina, North Carolina

Stevens-Henager College

Associate, Master, Bachelor
AS in Nursing: Graduates of the Associate of Science in Nursing program are accountable, adaptable generalists prepared with the knowledge and skills to enter the practice of nursing at an advanced beginner level in a variety of settings, continue their professional development through to proficient and expert levels, and advance their education to the baccalaureate in nursing level.
Other programs available at Stevens-Henager College: MS in Nursing Administration *Online, BS in Nursing Administration *Online, MS in Nursing Education *Online, BS in Nursing *Online
Utah, Idaho

California College San Diego

Master, Bachelor
MS in Nursing Administration *Online: The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program develops the knowledge and skills required of registered nurses and enables nurses to pursue more challenging careers in the health care environment. The program combines nursing theory with the advanced practice concepts necessary to work successfully within the structure and culture of a variety of health care organizations.
Other programs available at California College San Diego: BS in Nursing Administration *Online, MS in Nursing Education *Online, BS in Nursing *Online
California

Keiser University

Bachelor
Nursing, BS (Online Only)
Florida

MedVance Institute

Diploma
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing
Florida, Texas

Lincoln Technical Institute

Coursework
Nursing
New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Florida

MedTech College

Associate
Registered Nursing, Practical Nursing
Indiana, District of Columbia

Stenberg College

Diploma
Practical Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing, Nursing Unit Clerk
British Columbia

Mildred Elley

Certificate
Practical Nursing
New York

National College

Associate
AS- Degree in Nursing
Kentucky

Charter College

Diploma
Vocational Nursing
California

Computer Career Center

Diploma
Vocational Nurse, Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aid, Practical Nurse, Certified Nurse Assistant
Texas, New Mexico

WCU

Bachelor
Bachelor Degree in Nursing (RN to BSN)
California

Robert Morris University

Associate
Nursing
Illinois

South Texas Vocational Technical Institute

Certificate
Nurse Assistant
Texas

Prism Career Institute

Associate
Practical Nursing
New Jersey

Harrison College

Associate
Associate Degree in Nursing
Indiana

Fortis Institute

Diploma
Practical Nursing
Pennsylvania, Ohio, Florida

Rasmussen College

Associate, Diploma
Registered Nursing Associates Degree, Practical Nursing Diploma, Practical Nursing Associates Degree
Florida, Minnesota

Fortis College

Diploma, Associate
Practical Nursing, Associate Degree in Nursing, Nursing
Ohio, Utah, Virginia, Indiana, Arizona, Florida

The College Network

Master
MS in Nursing/Education
Online School

Everest Institute

Diploma
Practical Nursing (Diploma)
Michigan

Kaplan College

Diploma, Associate, Certificate
Certificate: Nurse Aide: Are you interested in a career assisting those in need? The nurse aide program at Texas Careers, San Antonio campus, can help you get started. Our nurse aide program can provide you with the practical knowledge and technical skills you need to seek entry-level employment in long-term care facilities, hospitals, and other patient-oriented settings.
Other programs available at Kaplan College: Diploma: Vocational Nursing, Associate of Science: Nursing, Diploma: Nurse Assistant Training Program, Diploma: Nurse Assistant, Diploma: Practical Nursing
California, Nevada, Indiana, Texas

Everest College

Associate, Bachelor, Diploma
Associate of Science - Nursing : Nursing is both an art and science. It is a unique profession that deals with all the dynamics affecting individuals and views the individual as a holistic being (bio-psycho-social-spiritual). Nurses collaborate with other members of the health care team to encourage individuals to participate in their care.
Other programs available at Everest College: Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Diploma - Practical Nursing
Utah, Arizona, California, Indiana

Career Point College

Diploma
Nurse Aide
Texas

American Sentinel University

Master, Bachelor
RN to MSN, RN to BSN, MS Nursing - Informatics
Online School

South University

Master, Bachelor
Master of Science in Nursing: The Master of Science in Nursing blends nursing theory with advanced practice concepts necessary to successfully work within the structure, culture and mission of almost any size healthcare organization or educational setting. Concentrations include the Nurse Educator Specialization.
Other programs available at South University: Accelerated RN -MSN, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)
Online School

University of Cincinnati

Master,
MS in Nursing - Nurse Midwifery, MS in Nursing - Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
Online School

Capella University

Master, Bachelor
MSN - Nurse Educator Bridge: The MSN Nurse Educator Bridge specialization provides licensed registered nurses with a bachelor's degree in a field other than nursing the opportunity to pursue a Master of Science in Nursing. The bridge curriculum incorporates the Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice and the Essentials of Masters Education for Advanced Practice Nursing established by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing.
Other programs available at Capella University: MSN - Nurse Educator , BSN - RN-to-BSN Degree Completion
Online School

University of Illinois at Chicago

Bachelor
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Completion Program
Online School

Texas Careers

Diploma, Certificate
Certificate: Nurse Aide: Are you interested in a career assisting those in need? The nurse aide program at Texas Careers, San Antonio campus, can help you get started. Our nurse aide program can provide you with the practical knowledge and technical skills you need to seek entry-level employment in long-term care facilities, hospitals, and other patient-oriented settings.
Other programs available at Texas Careers: Diploma: Vocational Nursing
Texas

Vista College

Certificate
Certified Nursing Assistant
Utah

University of Saint Mary

Bachelor
RN to BSN - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Online School

Tri-State Business Institute

Diploma
Practical Nursing
Pennsylvania

Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences

Bachelor
RN to BSN
Online School

Vanderbilt University - Online

Master
MS in Nursing Health Systems Management
Online School

Tri-State Institute

Diploma
Practical Nursing
Alabama

Norwich University - Online

Master
MS in Nursing
Online School

Salem University Online

Bachelor
RN to BSN
Online School

University Canada west Academies

Diploma
Practical Nursing
British Columbia

Porter and Chester Institute

Certificate, Diploma
Practical Nursing
Connecticut

United States University

Bachelor, Master
RN-BSN: The RN to BSN program is designed for registered nurses whom want to further their education by earning a bachelors degree in nursing.
Other programs available at United States University: Master's of Science in Nursing
California

Baker College Online

Bachelor
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Online School

Kent State University

Bachelor
RN/BSN
Online School

Everest University

Bachelor
Nursing
Florida

South College Asheville

Associate
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
North Carolina

Kaplan Continuing Education

Certificate
Forensic Nursing: Study to become both a crime solver and a victim counselor. Focus on how to collect crime scene evidence, give testimony, and support survivors of violent crimes and accidents. Prepare to pursue opportunities in medical examiners' offices and crime scene units, or consult for hospitals.
Other programs available at Kaplan Continuing Education: Legal Nurse Consulting, Forensic Nursing - Accelerated
Online School

Career Centers of Texas

Diploma
Diploma: Vocational Nursing: As vocational nurses, our graduates can work in hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, home health agencies, Department of Corrections, military, outpatient clinics and physicians' offices. This is an intensive one-year nursing education program designed for caring, critical thinking individuals interested in a healthcare profession.
Other programs available at Career Centers of Texas: Diploma: Vocational Nursing
Texas

Loyola University New Orleans Online

Master
MSN Bridge Program, Nursing (MSN - HCSM)
Online School

Sumner College

Certificate
Practical Nursing
Oregon

CDM Institute

Certificate
Certified Nurses Aide (CNA), Nurse Assistant
New Jersey, Delaware

Vanderbilt University

Master
MS in Nursing Health Systems Management
Online School

Norwich University

Master
MS in Nursing
Online School

Concorde

Diploma, Associate
Nurse Aide Training, Vocational Nursing, Practical Nursing, Nursing, Vocational Nurse, ...
Tennessee, Texas, Colorado, Florida, Missouri, California, Oregon

Georgia Southern University

Bachelor, Doctorate
RN-Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN), Doctorate of Nursing Practice
Online School

Pittsburgh Technical Institute

Certificate
Practical Nursing
Pennsylvania

Excelsior College

Associate
Associate in Applied Science in Nursing, Associate in Science in Nursing
Online School

Goodwin College

Associate
Nursing
Connecticut

Akron Institute

Associate
AAS in Nursing - RN
Ohio

American Career College

Certificate
Vocational Nursing
California

Benedictine University

Master
Online Master of Science in Nursing
Online School

Bethel University

Master, Certificate, Diploma, Bachelor
Nursing, Nursing Education
Minnesota

Minnesota School of Business

Bachelor
RN to BSN Completion
Minnesota, Online School

Spencerian College

Associate, Diploma
Nursing, Practical Nursing
Kentucky

Sacred Heart University

Master
Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing Education
Online School

National Institute of Technology

Diploma, Associate
Practical Nursing, Nursing
Ohio

Blake Austin College

Certificate
Vocational Nursing
California

Carrington College California

Certificate, Associate
Vocational Nursing, Registered Nursing
California

Carrington College

Associate, Certificate
Nursing, Practical Nursing
New Mexico, Oregon, Idaho, Arizona

Average Nursing Salaries

registered nurse $50,000nursing assistant $27,000licensed practical nurse $29,000clinical nurse $48,000public health nurse $46,000nurse practitioner $60,000practical nurse $32,000rn $38,000staff nurse $47,000nurse specialist $54,000director of nursing services $62,000nurse consultant $61,000
In USD as of Apr 15, 2011
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Other Community and Technical Colleges

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Jacksonville State University

700 Pelham Road North, Jacksonville, 36265
Telephone:(256) 782-5781
http://www.jsu.edu/

The University of Alabama

739 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, 35487
Telephone:(205) 348-6010
http://www.ua.edu/

University of Alabama in Huntsville

301 Sparkman Dr, Huntsville, 35899
Telephone:(256) 824-6120
http://www.uah.edu

University of Alaska Anchorage

3211 Providence Drive, Anchorage, 99508
Telephone:(907) 786-1800
http://www.uaa.alaska.edu

Central Arizona College

8470 N Overfield Rd, Coolidge, 85228
Telephone:(520) 494-5444
http://www.centralaz.edu

Maricopa Skill Center

1245 E Buckeye, Phoenix, 85034
Telephone:(602) 238-4300
http://www.gwc.maricopa.edu/msc/index.html

Pima Community College

401 North Bonita Avenue, Tucson, 85709
Telephone:(520) 206-4500
http://www.pima.edu

University of Phoenix-Online Campus

3157 E. Elwood Street, Phoenix, 85034
Telephone:(800) 366-9699
http://www.uopxonline.com

American Career College

3130 East Sedona Court, Ontario, 91764
Telephone:(951) 739-0788
http://www.americancareer.com 4021 Rosewood Avenue, Los Angeles, 90004
Telephone:(323) 668-7555
http://www.americancareer.com

American River College

4700 College Oak Dr, Sacramento, 95841
Telephone:(916) 484-8011
http://www.arc.losrios.edu/
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