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While specific work responsibilities for a registered nurse (RN) may vary depending on work setting and patient population, all RNs take care of patients and provide education and advice to both patients and their family members. Specialty can determine where an RN works. Most registered nurses work with patients in hospitals, but some work in nursing care facilities, government agencies and educational services.
Registered Nursing Schools in Maryland
You can become a registered nurse after earning an associate degree or diploma in nursing; however, those who obtain a bachelor of science degree in nursing (BSN), or higher, tend to have more responsibilities and see more opportunities for advancement. Many schools also have accelerated BSN programs for those who already have a bachelor's degree in another field, but want to switch to a career in nursing. A registered nursing program will give you both the classroom education and hands-on experience you need to become an RN. Registered nursing programs usually offer courses in health law and ethics, emergency medicine, anatomy, behavioral sciences and human physiology. Whether online or in a traditional classroom, RN schools in Maryland can help you earn your nursing degree or diploma. Once you've earned your diploma or degree from an approved nursing program, you'll need to pass the National Council Licensure Exam, or NCLEX-RN. Other requirements, including continuing education credits, may be necessary so be sure to contact your state's board of nursing for more information. RN schools in Maryland can provide the education and training you need to become an RN.
Registered Nursing Salaries in Maryland
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) expects RNs to see excellent job growth between 2008 and 2018, adding some 581,000 new jobs. Registered nurses make up the largest segment of the healthcare workforce. In 2008, there were 2.6 million RN jobs in the U.S. and over 51,600 registered nurses in Maryland. As of May 2009, Maryland registered nurses earned an hourly median wage of $36.38 ($75,670 a year). Although there are opportunities throughout the state, RNs in Maryland tend to migrate towards the metropolitan areas of Baltimore, Hagerstown and Cumberland, where employment is most concentrated.
To locate a Maryland RN school near you, check out the list below.
Schools for Registered Nurses in Maryland are listed below.
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Founded in 1976, University of Phoenix is dedicated to meeting the needs of working students. Now the largest private university in North America, we offer conveniently located campuses and learning centers as well as a flexible online learning format.
| School | Locations | Degrees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Phoenix Online | Online | Bachelor, Master | |
| Walden University | Online | Bachelor, Master, Post-Master Certificate | |
| Grand Canyon University | Online | Bachelor, Master | |
| South University | Online | Bachelor | |
| Kaplan University Online | Online | Bachelor, Master | |
| Colorado Technical University Online | Online | Bachelor | |
| American Sentinel University | Online | Bachelor, Master | |
| Concord Law School | Online | Bachelor |
| School Name | Campus | Highest Award | Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegany College of Maryland | Cumberland | Associate | 3,778 |
| Anne Arundel Community College | Arnold | Associate | 14,834 |
| Baltimore City Community College | Baltimore | Associate | 6,814 |
| Bowie State University | Bowie | Masters | 5,464 |
| Carroll Community College | Westminster | Associate | 3,441 |
| Cecil College | North East | Associate | 2,104 |
| Chesapeake College | Wye Mills | Associate | 2,620 |
| College of Notre Dame of Maryland | Baltimore | Doctorate | 3,402 |
| College of Southern Maryland | La Plata | Associate | 7,741 |
| Columbia Union College | Takoma Park | Masters | 1,068 |
| Coppin State University | Baltimore | Masters | 3,932 |
| Frederick Community College | Frederick | Associate | 5,152 |
| Hagerstown Community College | Hagerstown | Associate | 3,719 |
| Harford Community College | Bel Air | Associate | 5,841 |
| Howard Community College | Columbia | Associate | 7,523 |
| Johns Hopkins University | Baltimore | Doctorate & First Professional | 19,682 |
| Montgomery College | Rockville | Associate | 23,866 |
| Prince George's Community College | Largo | Associate | 11,861 |
| Salisbury University | Salisbury | Masters | 7,581 |
| Stevenson University | Stevenson | Masters | 3,304 |
| The Community College of Baltimore County | Baltimore | Associate | 19,426 |
| Towson University | Towson | Doctorate | 19,758 |
| University of Maryland-Baltimore | Baltimore | Doctorate & First Professional | 5,884 |
| Wor-Wic Community College | Salisbury | Associate | 3,298 |
The map below shows job statistics for the career type by metro area, for Maryland. A table below the map shows job popularity and salaries across the state.
Listed below are metro areas ranked by the popularity of jobs for Registered Nurses relative to the population of the city, as of 2008. Salary data was obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
A Relative Popularity of 1.0 means that the city has an average number of the particular job, for its population, compared to the rest of the US. Higher numbers mean proportionally more jobs of that type.| Metro Area | Jobs | Salary (2008) | Relative Popularity |
|---|---|---|---|
MARYLAND | |||
| Cumberland | 1,400 | $54,850 | 2.4 |
| Salisbury | 1,330 | $66,540 | 1.5 |
| Baltimore | 30,810 | $75,230 | 1.2 |
| Hagerstown | 1,990 | $60,180 | 1.1 |
| Bethesda | 9,460 | $79,910 | 0.8 |
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