RN Programs in Palatka, Florida

Get your RN degree in Palatka, Florida - online & campus-based options available.

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Registered Nurse Degree Info

Which schools offer Palatka 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 Palatka?

The education necessary to become an RN is valuable, and registered nurses make really good money in Florida. However, students can lower the cost of RN school with financial aid. There are numerous grants and nursing school scholarships in Florida. 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 Florida.

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 Palatka, Florida

University of Florida

  • 201 Criser Hall Gainesville, FL 32611
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, BSN to DNP, Clinical Nurse Leader, DNP, MSN, Nursing PhD, Physician Assistant, RN, RN to BSN
    (352) 392-1365

University of North Florida

  • 1 UNF Drive Jacksonville, FL 32224
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, DNP, RN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN
    (904) 620-1000

Santa Fe College

  • 3000 NW 83rd Street Gainesville, FL 32606
    Programs: ADN, CNA, EMT Paramedic, Health Information Management-Associate, LPN, Medical Assistant, Nuclear Medicine Tech, Radiography, RN, Sonography
    (352) 395-5000

Webster College

  • 4414 SW College Road Suite #942 Ocala, FL 34474
    Programs: ADN, RN
    (352) 861-9330

Central Florida Community College

  • 3001 SW College Rd Ocala, FL 34474
    Programs: ADN, EMT Paramedic, Health Information Management-Associate, LPN, RN
    (352) 873-5800

Florida State College

  • 501 West State Street Jacksonville, FL 32202
    Programs: ADN, EMT Paramedic, Health Information Management-Associate, LPN, Radiography, RN
    (904) 632-3000

Jacksonville University

  • 2800 University Blvd N Jacksonville, FL 32211
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, RN, RN to BSN
    1(800)225-2027

University of Florida

  • 653 W 8th St # 1 Jacksonville, FL 32209
    Programs: BSN, DNP, MSN, Physician Assistant, RN
    (904) 244-4198

Bethune – Cookman College

  • 640 Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Boulevard Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Programs: BSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (386) 481-2000

Daytona State College

  • 1200 West International Speedway Boulevard Daytona Beach, FL 32114
    Programs: ADN, CNA, EMT Paramedic, Health Information Management-Associate, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (386) 506-3000

Lake Sumter Community College

  • 9501 U.S. Highway 441 Leesburg, FL 34788
    Programs: ADN, CNA, Health Information Management-Associate, RN
    (352) 787-3747

Florida Gateway College

  • 149 South East College Place Lake City, FL 32025
    Programs: ADN, CNA, EMT Paramedic, LPN, RN, RN to BSN
    (386) 754-4292

Seminole State College

  • 100 Weldon Blvd Sanford, FL 32773
    Programs: ADN, EMT Paramedic, LPN, RN
    (407) 328-4722

Central Florida Community College

  • 3800 S. Lecanto Hwy. Lecanto, FL 34461
    Programs: ADN, RN
    (352) 746-6721

Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences

  • 671 Winyah Drive Orlando, FL 32803
    Programs: ADN, Nuclear Medicine Tech, Nurse Anesthetist, Radiography, RN, RN to BSN
    (407) 303-9798

University of Central Florida

  • 4000 Central Florida Blvd. Orlando, FL 32816
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, BSN to DNP, Clinical Nurse Leader, DNP, Health Information Management-Bachelor's, Nursing PhD, Radiography, RN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN
    (407) 823-2000

Valencia College

  • 1800 South Kirkman Road Orlando, FL 32811
    Programs: ADN, EMT Paramedic, Radiography, RN
    (407) 299-5000

Pasco Hernando Community College

  • 11415 Ponce De Leon Boulevard Brooksville, FL 34601
    Programs: ADN, LPN, RN
    (352) 796-6726