RN Programs in North East, Pennsylvania

Get your RN degree in North East, Pennsylvania - online & campus-based options available.

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Registered Nurse Degree Info

Which schools offer North East 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 North East?

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

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 North East, Pennsylvania

Gannon University

  • 109 University Square Erie, PA 16541
    Programs: BSN, Nurse Anesthetist, Physician Assistant, Radiography, RN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN
    1(800)426-6668

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania

  • 260 Waterford Street Edinboro, PA 16412
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (814) 732-2000

University of Pittsburgh

  • 504 East Main Street Titusville, PA 16354
    Programs: ADN, RN
    (814) 827-4400

Clarion University of Pennsylvania

  • W First St. Oil City, PA 16301
    Programs: ADN, RN, RN to BSN

University of Pittsburgh

  • 300 Campus Drive Bradford, PA 16701
    Programs: ADN, RN, RN to BSN
    (814) 362-7500

Sharon Regional Health System

  • 740 East State Street Sharon, PA 16146
    Programs: Radiography, RN
    (724) 983-3911

Jameson Memorial Hospital

  • 1211 Wilmington Road New Castle, PA 16105
    Programs: CNA, RN
    (724) 658-9001

Butler County Community College

  • 107 College Drive Butler, PA 16002
    Programs: ADN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (724) 287-8711