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Registered Nurse (RN) Degree Info

Which schools offer Denver RN (BSN / ADN) Programs?

Denver RN (BSN / ADN) Programs (and also online RN (BSN / ADN) Programs) are medical training programs offered by vocational or technical schools or community or junior colleges.

How do I become an licensed RN?

Each state sets its own RN requirements. In order to earn your RN license, you must pass the NCLEX® examination. The NCLEX® is a comprehensive nursing test that can only be taken by graduates of a nursing program 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 can be 2-3 years)

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.


Colorado Board of Nursing
1560 Broadway, Suite 880
Denver, CO 80202
Phone: (303) 894-2430
Fax: (303) 894-2821

Colorado Nurses Association
Registered Nurse Career Information

Current Denver nursing schools offering RN training programs to Colorado students:

Denver Nursing Schools w/ RN Training & Accreditation

  • Denver School Of Nursing - ADN (RN-ADN)
    Offering RN Programs since 5/14/2004
  • Community College Of Denver - ADN (RN-ADN)
    Offering RN Programs since 4/9/1982
  • University Of Colorado - Nd (RN-ND)
    Offering RN Programs since 7/1/1993
  • Regis University - BS (RN-BS)
    Offering RN Programs since 5/1/1989
  • University Of Colorado - BS (RN-BS)
    Offering RN Programs since 4/9/1982
  • Denver School Of Nursing - BS (RN-BS)
    Offering RN Programs since 5/14/2004
  • Metropolitan State College Of Denver - BS (RN-BS)
    Offering RN Programs since 11/9/2004

Additional Denver RN Program Resources

RN Practice Tests, Study Questions, Exam Quizs, & Study Tips

Denver Travel RNs are now in high demand! Get your start by applying to the available nursing schools with Denver RN training programs. Other Colorado RN programs provide education in areas such as Arapahoe County, Arvada, Aurora, Boulder, Central Colorado, Colfax Avenue, Golden, Jefferson County, Lakewood, Littleton, and Mile High City.

Additional Colorado RN (BSN / ADN) Programs in nearby areas:

National RN Program Directory by US State