RN Programs in Russellville, Arkansas

Get your RN degree in Russellville, Arkansas - online & campus-based options available.

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Registered Nurse Degree Info

Which schools offer Russellville RN Programs?

RN programs (both campus-based & online RN courses) are medical training programs offered by universities, vocational or technical schools, and community or junior colleges. Some hospitals even offer registered nursing training as an RN diploma.

How do I become an licensed RN?

Each state sets its own RN licensure requirements. In order to earn your RN license, you must pass the NCLEX® examination. The NCLEX® is a comprehensive nursing exam that can only be taken by graduates of nursing programs approved by your state's board of nursing.

Do I need to complete an LPN program before I go to college to get an RN Degree?

No you don't need to complete LPN training before you can get your RN license. An accredited RN Associate Degree program takes 2 years. You can earn your RN Diploma in 3 years. (BSN - 4 years, RN to BSN degrees can be 2-3 years).

Are There Free Nursing Schools in Russellville?

The education necessary to become an RN is valuable, and registered nurses make really good money in Arkansas. However, students can lower the cost of RN school with financial aid. There are numerous grants and nursing school scholarships in Arkansas. They might not make your RN degree free but it can at least be more affordable.

Contact one of the accredited nursing schools listed here to get information about the financial aid you qualify for. Find out more about online nursing schools in Arkansas.

RN Job Description

Registered nurses (RNs), regardless of specialty or work setting, treat patients, educate patients and the public about various medical conditions, and provide advice and emotional support to patients' family members. RNs record patients' medical histories and symptoms, help perform diagnostic tests and analyze results, operate medical machinery, administer treatment and medications, and help with patient follow-up and rehabilitation.

RN Schools Near You & Online Near Russellville, Arkansas

Arkansas Tech University

  • 1605 Coliseum Drive Russellville, AR 72801
    Programs: BSN, Health Information Management-Bachelor's, LPN to BSN, Medical Assistant, Nursing Administration, RN, RN to BSN
    (479) 968-0389

University of Central Arkansas

  • 201 Donaghey Ave. Conway, AR 72035
    Programs: BSN, Clinical Nurse Leader, LPN to BSN, RN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN
    (501) 450-5000

National Park Community College

  • 101 College Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913
    Programs: ADN, EMT Paramedic, Health Information Management-Associate, LPN, Radiography, RN
    (501) 760-4222

Baptist Health Schools

  • 11900 Colonel Glenn Rd Ste 1000 Little Rock, AR 72210
    Programs: LPN, Nuclear Medicine Tech, Radiography, RN
    (501) 202-7942

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

  • 4301 W. Markham St. Little Rock, AR 72205
    Programs: ADN, BSN, EMT Paramedic, Health Information Management-Associate, LPN to BSN, Nuclear Medicine Tech, Nursing PhD, Radiography, RN, RN to BSN
    1(501)686-7000

Ouachita Technical College

  • 1 College Circle Malvern, AR 72104
    Programs: ADN, LPN, RN
    (501) 337-5000

North Arkansas College

  • 1515 Pioneer Drive Harrison, AR 72601
    Programs: ADN, EMT Paramedic, LPN, Radiography, RN
    (870) 391-3000

University of Arkansas – Fort Smith

  • 5210 Grand Ave. Fort Smith, AR 72913
    Programs: ADN, BSN, LPN, Radiography, RN, RN to BSN
    (479) 788-7000

Harding University

  • 915 E. Market Ave. Searcy, AR 72143
    Programs: BSN, LPN to BSN, Physician Assistant, RN, RN to BSN
    (501) 279-4000

Henderson State University

  • 1100 Henderson St Arkadelphia, AR 71999
    Programs: BSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (870) 230-5000

University of Arkansas

  • 471 North Garland Avenue Fayetteville, AR 72701
    Programs: BSN, LPN to BSN, Radiography, RN, RN to BSN
    (479) 575-2000

Har-Ber School Nursing

  • 610 East Emma Avenue Springdale, AR 72764
    Programs: RN
    (479) 750-6200

University of Arkansas Community College

  • 2005 White Drive Batesville, AR 72503
    Programs: ADN, EMT Paramedic, LPN, RN
    (870) 793-7581

Northwest Arkansas Community College

  • One College Drive Bentonville, AR 72712
    Programs: ADN, EMT Paramedic, RN
    (479) 636-9222

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

  • 1200 University Drive Pine Bluff, AR 71601
    Programs: BSN, LPN to BSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (870) 575-8461

Southeast Arkansas College

  • 1900 Hazel Street Pine Bluff, AR 71603
    Programs: ADN, LPN, Radiography, RN
    (870) 543-5900

Jefferson School of Nursing

  • 1600 West 40th Avenue Pine Bluff, AR 71603
    Programs: RN
    (870) 541-7850