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Registered Nurse (RN) Degree Info

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

Atlanta 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.


Georgia State Board of Licensed Practical Nurses
237 Coliseum Drive
Macon, GA 31217-3858
Phone: (478) 207-1640
Fax: (478) 207-1633

Georgia Board of Nursing
237 Coliseum Drive
Macon, GA 31217-3858
Phone: (478) 207-1640
Fax: (478) 207-1660

Georgia Nurses Association
Registered Nurse Career Information

Current Atlanta nursing schools offering RN training programs to Georgia students:

Atlanta Nursing Schools w/ RN Training & Accreditation

  • Georgia Baptist College Of Nursing Of Mercer University - BS (RN-BS)
    Offering RN Programs since 7/1/1993
  • Georgia State University - BS (RN-BS)
    Offering RN Programs since 4/9/1982
  • Nell H Woodruff - Emory University - BS (RN-BS)
    Offering RN Programs since 4/9/1982

Additional Atlanta RN Program Resources

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

Atlanta Travel RNs are now in high demand! Get your start by applying to the available nursing schools with Atlanta RN training programs. Other Georgia RN programs provide education in areas such as Athens, Avondale Estates, Central Georgia, Decatur, Ellenwood, Fulton County, Gainesville, Lithonia, Mableton, Morrow, Smyrna, Stone Mountain, Suwanee, and Tucker.

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

National RN Program Directory by US State