RN Programs in Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Get your RN degree in Elizabethtown, Kentucky - online & campus-based options available.

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Registered Nurse Degree Info

Which schools offer Elizabethtown 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 Elizabethtown?

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

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 Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Campbellsville University

St Catharine College

  • 2735 Bardstown Rd. St Catharine, KY 40061
    Programs: ADN, Radiography, RN, RN to BSN
    (859) 336-5082

Bellarmine University

  • 2001 Newburg Road Louisville, KY 40205
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, MSN, RN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN
    1(800)274-4723

Spalding University

  • 845 South Third St. Louisville, KY 40203
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, MSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (502) 585-9911

Jefferson Community & Technical College

  • 109 East Broadway Louisville, KY 40202
    Programs: ADN, CNA, Health Information Management-Associate, LPN, Medical Assistant, Nuclear Medicine Tech, Radiography, RN, Sonography
    (502) 213-5333

University of Louisville

  • 511 South Floyd Street Louisville, KY 40202
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, Nursing PhD, Radiation Therapy, RN, RN to BSN
    (502) 852-5140

Galen College of Nursing

  • 1031 Zorn Avenue, Suite 400 Louisville, KY 40207
    Programs: ADN, LPN, RN
    (502) 410-6200

Western Kentucky University

  • 1906 College Heights Blvd. Bowling Green, KY 42101
    Programs: ADN, BSN, Family Nurse Practitioner - certificate, Health Information Management-Associate, RN, RN to BSN
    (270) 745-0111

Kentucky State University

  • 400 East Main Street Frankfort, KY 40601
    Programs: ADN, RN, RN to BSN
    (502) 597-6000

Owensboro Community & Technical College

  • 4800 New Hartford Road Owensboro, KY 42303
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Radiography, RN, Sonography
    (270) 686-4400

Midway College

  • 512 E. Stephens St. Midway, KY 40347
    Programs: ADN, RN, RN to BSN
    (859) 846-4421

University of Kentucky

  • 410 Administration Dr. Lexington, KY 40506
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, BSN to DNP, DNP, Nursing PhD, Physician Assistant, RN, RN to BSN
    (859) 257-9000

Bluegrass Community & Technical College

  • 470 Cooper Drive Lexington, KY 40506
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Medical Assistant, Nuclear Medicine Tech, Radiography, RN
    (859) 246-6200

Somerset Community College

  • 808 Monticello Street Somerset, KY 42501
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Radiography, RN
    (877) 629-9722

Berea College

  • Berea College Berea, KY 40404
    Programs: BSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (859) 985-3000

Eastern Kentucky University

  • 521 Lancaster Ave. Richmond, KY 40475
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, ADN, BSN, DNP, EMT Paramedic, Health Information Management-Bachelor's, MSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (859) 622-1000

Henderson Community College

  • 2660 S. Green Street Henderson, KY 42420
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (270) 827-1867

Madisonville Community College

  • 2000 College Drive Madisonville, KY 42431
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Radiography, RN
    (270) 821-2250