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

Kaplan College

Diploma, Associate, Certificate
Associate of Science: Nursing: Our nursing curriculum can provide you with the professional knowledge and training to meet client health care needs in a variety of settings. Coursework includes instruction in human behavior, motivation, emotions, cognition, and personality; anatomy and physiology of the human body, including the skeletal, muscular, circulatory, nervous, and respiratory systems; pharmacological principles, including drug classifications, required nursing assessments, and patient teaching requirements; and leadership and management skills as the provider of care, coordinator of care, and member of the profession.
Other programs available at Kaplan College: Diploma: Vocational Nursing, Diploma: Nurse Assistant Training Program, Diploma: Nurse Assistant, Diploma: Practical Nursing, Certificate: Nurse Aide
California, Nevada, Indiana, Texas

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

Baker College Online

Bachelor
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Online School

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

Dover Business College

Diploma
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
New Jersey

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

Liberty University

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

Southwestern College

Coursework
Nursing
Ohio

Keiser Career College

Diploma, Associate
Practical Nurse: Practical Nurses care for the sick, injured, convalescent and disabled under the direction of physicians and registered nurses. Healthcare employment opportunities are available in long term care, home health, hospitals and outpatient settings. Clinical experience is provided at extended care facilities and hospitals. A diploma will be awarded upon successful completion of this program.
Other programs available at Keiser Career College: RN Bridge Program
Florida

Stevens-Henager College

Associate, Master, Bachelor
BS in Nursing Administration *Online: The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is designed for Registered Nurses (RNs) who wish to enhance their professional knowledge and skills and complete the requirements for a baccalaureate degree while continuing as a working professional. Built on a foundation of biological, physical, and clinical sciences, the curriculum provides the advanced practice skills required for growth and advancement in the nursing profession.
Other programs available at Stevens-Henager College: AS in Nursing, MS in Nursing Administration *Online, MS in Nursing Education *Online, BS in Nursing *Online
Utah, Idaho

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

California College San Diego

Master, Bachelor
BS in Nursing Administration *Online: The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is designed for Registered Nurses (RNs) who wish to enhance their professional knowledge and skills and complete the requirements for a baccalaureate degree while continuing as a working professional. Built on a foundation of biological, physical, and clinical sciences, the curriculum provides the advanced practice skills required for growth and advancement in the nursing profession.
Other programs available at California College San Diego: MS 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

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

Career Point College

Diploma
Nurse Aide
Texas

American Sentinel University

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

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

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

New England Institute of Technology

Associate
Associate in Science Degree in Nursing
Rhode Island

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

Pittsburgh Technical Institute

Certificate
Practical Nursing
Pennsylvania

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 College

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

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

Minnesota School of Business

Bachelor
RN to BSN Completion
Minnesota, Online School

Stenberg College

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

Mildred Elley

Certificate
Practical Nursing
New York

Charter College

Diploma
Vocational Nursing
California

The College Network

Master
MS in Nursing/Education
Online School

University of Phoenix

Bachelor, Master
MS in Nursing/Master of Health Administration: The MSN/MHA program is designed to provide nurses with a unique blend of advanced nursing and healthcare related business skills to manage in today's evolving health care delivery systems.
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Other programs available at University of Phoenix: BS in Nursing (RN Required), MS in Nursing - Nursing/Health Care Education, MS in Nursing/MBA/ Health Care Management, MS in Nursing (RN Required), 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
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing: The Nursing program provides the graduates with principles and knowledge from the biological and behavioral sciences, general education as well as the science of nursing. This knowledge forms the basis for utilizing the nursing process in a professional practice.
Other programs available at Brown Mackie College: Certificate in Practical Nursing, Diploma in Practical Nursing
Kansas, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky

Everest Institute

Diploma
Practical Nursing (Diploma)
Michigan

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

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

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

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

Porter and Chester Institute

Certificate, Diploma
Practical Nursing
Connecticut

Vancouver Career College

Diploma
Practical Nursing
British Columbia

Kent State University

Bachelor
RN/BSN
Online School

Everest University

Bachelor
Nursing
Florida

Kaplan Continuing Education

Certificate
Legal Nurse Consulting: Intended for registered nurses, the Legal Nurse Consulting Certificate allows students to combine their nursing skills with legal knowledge to assist attorneys and their clients in understanding the health care issues related to legal actions.
Other programs available at Kaplan Continuing Education: Forensic Nursing, Forensic Nursing - Accelerated
Online School

South College Asheville

Associate
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
North Carolina

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

CDI College

Diploma
Practical Nursing, Nursing Assistant
British Columbia, Quebec

South University

Master, Bachelor
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN): In the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree completion program at South University you will learn the healthcare concepts taught at our campus locations and enjoy the convenience of attending class online anytime day or night.
Other programs available at South University: Accelerated RN -MSN, Master of Science in Nursing
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 : Position yourself to meet the growing need for nurse educators with this MSN Nurse Educator specialization. The curriculum incorporates the Essentials of Masters Education for Advanced Practice Nursing established by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, with a focus on nursing education.
Other programs available at Capella University: MSN - Nurse Educator Bridge, BSN - RN-to-BSN Degree Completion
Online School

South University - Campus

Bachelor
Nursing RN to BSN Degree Completion: The Nursing RN to BSN degree completion program at South University is designed for registered nurses who hold an associate?s degree from a regionally accredited institution or who are diploma graduates of a school of nursing accredited by the National League of Nursing (NLNAC).
Other programs available at South University - Campus: Bachelor of Science in Nursing
South Carolina, Alabama, Florida, Virginia

University of Illinois at Chicago

Bachelor
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Completion Program
Online School

Texas Careers

Diploma, Certificate
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 Texas Careers: Certificate: Nurse Aide
Texas

Vista College

Certificate
Certified Nursing Assistant
Utah

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

Colorado Technical University

Bachelor, Diploma
Nursing, Practical Nursing
Colorado, Missouri

Vanderbilt University

Master
MS in Nursing Health Systems Management
Online School

Norwich University

Master
MS in Nursing
Online School

Georgia Southern University

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

Concorde

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

Excelsior College

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

Goodwin College

Associate
Nursing
Connecticut

American Career College

Certificate
Vocational Nursing
California

Akron Institute

Associate
AAS in Nursing - RN
Ohio

Benedictine University

Master
Online Master of Science in Nursing
Online School

Bethel University

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

Spencerian College

Associate, Diploma
Nursing, Practical Nursing
Kentucky

MedTech College

Associate
Registered Nursing, Practical Nursing
Indiana, District of Columbia

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

National College

Associate
AS- Degree in Nursing
Kentucky

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

Sacred Heart University

Master
Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing Education
Online School

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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