RN Programs in Rock Island, Illinois

Get your RN degree in Rock Island, Illinois - online & campus-based options available.

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Registered Nurse Degree Info

Which schools offer Rock Island 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 Rock Island?

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

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 Rock Island, Illinois

Black Hawk College

  • 6600 34th Ave. Moline, IL 61265
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, RN
    (309) 796-5000

Carl Sandburg College

  • 2400 Tom L. Wilson Blvd. Galesburg, IL 61401
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Radiography, RN
    (309) 344-2518

Sauk Valley Community College

  • 173 IL Rt. 2 Dixon, IL 61021
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Radiography, RN
    (815) 288-5511

Illinois Central College

  • 1 College Drive East Peoria, IL 61635
    Programs: ADN, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (309) 694-5422

Graham Hospital

  • 210 W. Walnut St. Canton, IL 61520
    Programs: RN
    (309) 647-4086

Spoon River College

  • 23235 N. County Highway 22 Canton, IL 61520
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, RN
    (309) 647-4645

Highland Community College

  • 2998 West Pearl City Road Freeport, IL 61032
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (815) 235-6121

Bradley University

  • 830 North Elmwood Avenue Peoria, IL 61606
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, LPN to BSN, Nurse Anesthetist, Nursing Administration, RN, RN to BSN
    (309) 677-2320

Methodist Medical Center College of Nursing

  • 415 St. Mark Ct. Peoria, IL 61603
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (309) 672-5513

OSF Saint Francis Medical Center

  • 511 NE Greenleaf Street Peoria, IL 61603
    Programs: BSN, Clinical Nurse Leader, Radiography, RN, RN to BSN
    (309) 655-2201

Illinois Valley Community College

  • 815 North Orlando Smith Avenue Oglesby, IL 61348
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, RN
    (815) 224-2720

Kishwaukee College

  • 21193 Malta Road Malta, IL 60150
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Radiography, RN
    (815) 825-2086

Rockford College Department of Nursing

  • 5050 E. State St. Rockford, IL 61108
    Programs: BSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (815) 226-4000

Saint Anthony College of Nursing

  • 5658 E. State Street Rockford, IL 61108
    Programs: BSN, Clinical Nurse Leader, RN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN
    (815) 395-5091

Rock Valley College

  • 3301 N Mulford Rd. Rockford, IL 61114
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, RN
    (815) 921-7821

Northern Illinois University

  • 231 North Annie Glidden Road Dekalb, IL 60115
    Programs: BSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (815) 753-1000