RN Programs in Richmond, Indiana

Get your RN degree in Richmond, Indiana - online & campus-based options available.

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Registered Nurse Degree Info

Which schools offer Richmond 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 Richmond?

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

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 Richmond, Indiana

Ivy Technical State College

  • 4301 South Cowan Road Muncie, IN 47302
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    1(800)589-8324

Ball State University

  • 2000 W. University Ave. Muncie, IN 47306
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, DNP, Family Nurse Practitioner - certificate, LPN to BSN, RN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN
    1(765)289-1241

Anderson University

  • 1100 East Fifth Street Anderson, IN 46012
    Programs: BSN, MSN, Nursing Administration, RN, RN to BSN
    (800) 428-6414

Indiana Wesleyan University

  • 4201 South Washington Street Marion, IN 46953
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, Family Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner - certificate, Nursing Administration, Public Health Nursing, RN, RN to BSN
    (866) 468-6498

Ivy Technical State College

  • 4475 Central Avenue Columbus, IN 47203
    Programs: ADN, CNA, EMT Paramedic, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (812) 372-9925

University of Indianapolis

  • 1400 East Hanna Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46227
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, Accelerated MSN, ADN, BSN, Family Nurse Practitioner, Nursing Administration, RN, RN to BSN
    (317) 788-3368

Indiana University-Purdue University

  • 420 University Blvd. Indianapolis, IN 46202
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, ADN, BSN, DNP, EMT Paramedic, Family Nurse Practitioner, Health Information Management-Bachelor's, MSN, Nuclear Medicine Tech, Nursing Administration, Nursing PhD, Pediatric Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing, Public Health Nursing, Radiation Therapy, Radiography, RN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN
    (317) 274-5555

Ivy Technical State College

  • 50 W Fall Creek Pkwy. N. Dr. Indianapolis, IN 46208
    Programs: ADN, CNA, Health Information Management-Associate, LPN, Medical Assistant, Radiography, RN
    (317) 921-4800

Marian College

  • 3200 Cold Spring Road Indianapolis, IN 46222
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, ADN, BSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (317) 955-6000

Ivy Technical State College

  • 590 Ivy Tech Drive Madison, IN 47250
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (812) 265-2580

Indiana University

  • 2300 South Washington Street Kokomo, IN 46902
    Programs: ADN, BSN, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, MSN, Radiography, RN, RN to BSN, Sonography
    (765) 453-2000

Ivy Technical State College

  • 1942 East North Street Kokomo, IN 46901
    Programs: ADN, CNA, EMT Paramedic, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (765) 454-5112

Ivy Technical State College

  • 3800 N. Anthony Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN 46805
    Programs: ADN, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (260) 482-9171

University of St. Francis

  • 2701 Spring Street Fort Wayne, IN 46808
    Programs: ADN, BSN, Family Nurse Practitioner, MSN, Physician Assistant, Radiography, RN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN
    (260) 399-7999

Iupu Ft Wayne – Parkview Hospital

  • 10501 Corporate Drive Fort Wayne, IN 46845
    Programs: ADN, RN
    (260) 373-7092

Ivy Technical State College

  • 200 Daniels Way Bloomington, IN 47404
    Programs: ADN, CNA, EMT Paramedic, Health Information Management-Associate, LPN, Medical Assistant, Radiation Therapy, RN
    (812) 332-1559