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A registered nurse (RN), regardless of work setting or specialty, provides health care to patients who are ill or injured. Although most (60%) registered nurses are employed by hospitals, RNs can also be found in physicians' offices, home healthcare services, nursing care facilities and employment services.
Registered Nursing Schools in Nevada
To become a registered nurse, there are three typical educational paths--a bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN), an associate degree in nursing (ADN) or a diploma. Those who already hold a bachelor's degree in another field and are interested in switching to a career in nursing may also enroll in an accelerated BSN program, which usually lasts 12 to 18 months. All registered nursing programs provide classroom instruction and hands-on clinical experience. Coursework for registered nurses usually includes anatomy, physiology, microbiology, chemistry, nutrition, behavioral sciences and nursing. There are many registered nursing schools in Nevada, both online and campus-based, that can help you earn an ADN or BSN, but there are fewer options when it comes to diploma programs. All states and the District of Columbia require that registered nursing students graduate from an approved program as well as pass a licensing examination. Other requirements vary by state. RN schools in Nevada can help you gain the education and training you need to become a successful registered nurse.
Registered Nursing Salaries in Nevada
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), RN employment is expected to increase by 22 percent between 2008 and 2018. Registered nurses held approximately 2.6 million jobs in 2008, making them the largest healthcare occupation. There are over 16,000 RNs in Nevada. Registered nursing schools in Nevada can help you become one of them. In Nevada, the BLS reports that as of May 2009, registered nurses earned a median annual salary of $73,270. The tenth percentile earned an annual median salary of $53,570, while the 90th percentile earned $93,700. Nevada registered nurses earned the highest median salary in Carson City, the Las Vegas area and the Reno area.
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Schools for Registered Nurses in Nevada are listed below.
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University of Phoenix
Henderson, Las Vegas, Nellis AFB, Reno
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.
Offers degree and certificate programs in medical, dental, and information technology disciplines. Main campus in Phoenix, Arizona and eight satellite campuses spread across six western states.
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| College of Southern Nevada | Las Vegas | Bachelor | 37,758 |
| Great Basin College | Elko | Bachelor | 3,216 |
| Nevada State College | Henderson | Bachelor | 2,196 |
| Truckee Meadows Community College | Reno | Associate | 12,166 |
| University of Nevada-Las Vegas | Las Vegas | Doctorate | 27,960 |
| University of Nevada-Reno | Reno | Doctorate & First Professional | 16,681 |
| University of Southern Nevada | Henderson | Doctorate | 671 |
| Western Nevada College | Carson City | Bachelor | 4,820 |
The map below shows job statistics for the career type by metro area, for Nevada. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
NEVADA | |||
| Carson City | 580 | $65,990 | 1.3 |
| Reno | 3,010 | $71,150 | 0.8 |
| Las Vegas | 11,570 | $71,270 | 0.6 |
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