RN Programs in Longview, Washington

Get your RN degree in Longview, Washington - online & campus-based options available.

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Registered Nurse Degree Info

Which schools offer Longview 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 Longview?

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

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 Longview, Washington

Clark College

  • 1933 Fort Vancouver Way Vancouver, WA 98663
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Medical Assistant, Radiography, RN
    (360) 699-6398

Centralia College

  • 600 Centralia College Blvd. Centralia, WA 98531
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, RN
    (360) 736-9391

South Puget Sound Community College

  • 2011 Mottman Road SW Olympia, WA 98512
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (360) 754-7711

Grays Harbor College

  • 1620 Edward P. Smith Drive Aberdeen, WA 98520
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, RN
    (360) 538-4026

Pacific Lutheran University

  • 12180 Park Avenue S. Tacoma, WA 98447
    Programs: Accelerated MSN, BSN, Clinical Nurse Leader, Family Nurse Practitioner, LPN to BSN, MSN, RN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN
    (253) 531-6900

Pierce College

  • 1601 39th Avenue SE Puyallup, WA 98374
    Programs: ADN, CNA, RN
    (253) 840-8400

Tacoma Community College

  • 6501 South 19th Street Tacoma, WA 98466
    Programs: ADN, CNA, EMT Paramedic, Health Information Management-Associate, Radiography, RN
    (253) 566-5000

Highline College

  • 2400 S. 240th St. Des Moines, WA 98198
    Programs: ADN, CNA, Medical Assistant, RN
    (206) 878-3710

Olympic College

  • 1600 Chester Avenue Bremerton, WA 98337
    Programs: ADN, BSN, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN, RN to BSN
    (360) 792-6050