RN Programs in Albany, Oregon

Get your RN degree in Albany, Oregon - online & campus-based options available.

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Registered Nurse Degree Info

Which schools offer Albany 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 Albany?

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

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 Albany, Oregon

Chemeketa Community College

  • 626 High St. NE Salem, OR 97301
    Programs: ADN, CNA, EMT Paramedic, LPN, RN
    (503) 399-5181

Linfield – Good Samaritan School

  • 900 SE Baker Street Mcminnville, OR 97128
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (503) 883-2200

Lane Community College

  • 4000 East 30th Ave. Eugene, OR 97405
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (541) 463-3000

George Fox University

  • 414 N. Meridian St. Newberg, OR 97132
    Programs: BSN, RN
    (503) 554-2240

Oregon Coast Community College

  • 400 SE College Way Newport, OR 97366
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, RN
    (541) 265-2283

Clackamas Community College

  • 19600 Molalla Avenue Oregon City, OR 97045
    Programs: ADN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (503) 657-6958

Oregon Health And Science University

  • 700 Southwest Campus Drive Portland, OR 97239
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, Accelerated MSN, BSN, BSN to DNP, DNP, Health Information Management-Bachelor's, MSN, Nursing PhD, Radiation Therapy, RN, RN to BSN
    (503) 494-8311

Concordia University

  • 2811 NE Holman Street Portland, OR 97211
    Programs: BSN, Medical Assistant, Pre-Nursing Studies, RN
    1(800)321-9371

Portland Community College

  • 705 N. Killingsworth St. Portland, OR 97217
    Programs: ADN, CNA, Health Information Management-Associate, Medical Assistant, Radiography, RN
    (971) 722-6111

University of Portland

  • 5000 N. Willamette Blvd. Portland, OR 97203
    Programs: Accelerated MSN, BSN, BSN to DNP, Clinical Nurse Leader, DNP, Family Nurse Practitioner, MSN, Nursing Administration, RN
    (503) 943-8000

Mt Hood Community College

  • 26000 Southeast Stark Street Gresham, OR 97030
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (503) 491-6422

Central Oregon Community College

  • 2600 N.W. College Way Bend, OR 97701
    Programs: ADN, CNA, Health Information Management-Bachelor's, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (541) 383-7700

Umpqua Community College

  • 1140 Umpqua College Rd. Roseburg, OR 97470
    Programs: ADN, CNA, RN
    (541) 440-4600