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Registered Nurse (RN) Degree Info

Which schools offer San Antonio RN (BSN / ADN) Programs?

San Antonio 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.


Texas Board of Nurse Examiners
333 Guadalupe, Suite 3-460
Austin, TX 78701
Phone: (512) 305-7400
Fax: (512) 305-7401

Texas Nurses Association
Registered Nurse Career Information

Current San Antonio nursing schools offering RN training programs to Texas students:

San Antonio Nursing Schools w/ RN Training & Accreditation

  • Baptist Health System - DPL (RN-DPL)
    Offering RN Programs since 4/9/1982
  • San Antonio College - ADN (RN-ADN)
    Offering RN Programs since 4/9/1982
  • St Philips College - ADN (RN-ADN)
    Offering RN Programs since 12/1/1998
  • Ut Health Science Center - San Antonio - BS (RN-BS)
    Offering RN Programs since 4/9/1982
  • University Of Incarnate Word - BS (RN-BS)
    Offering RN Programs since 4/9/1982

Additional San Antonio RN Program Resources

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

San Antonio Travel RNs are now in high demand! Get your start by applying to the available nursing schools with San Antonio RN training programs. Other Texas RN programs provide education in areas such as Bexar County, Central Texas, China Grove, Kirby, Terrell Hills, and Von Ormy.

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

National RN Program Directory by US State