RN Programs in Americus, Georgia

Get your RN degree in Americus, Georgia - online & campus-based options available.

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Registered Nurse Degree Info

Which schools offer Americus 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 Americus?

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

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 Americus, Georgia

Darton College

  • 2400 Gillionville Rd. Albany, GA 31707
    Programs: ADN, Health Information Management-Associate, RN
    (229) 317-6000

Albany State University

  • 504 College Drive Albany, GA 31705
    Programs: BSN, MSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (229) 430-4600

Columbus State University

  • 4225 University Avenue Columbus, GA 31907
    Programs: BSN, MSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (706) 507-8800

Columbus Technical College

  • 928 Manchester Expressway Columbus, GA 31904
    Programs: ADN, CNA, Health Information Management-Associate, LPN, Medical Assistant, Radiography, RN, Sonography
    (706) 649-1800

Middle Georgia College

  • 1100 Second Street SE Cochran, GA 31014
    Programs: ADN, RN
    (478) 934-6221

Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College

  • 2802 Moore Highway Tifton, GA 31793
    Programs: ADN, RN
    1(800)733-3653

Macon State College

  • 100 College Station Drive Macon, GA 31206
    Programs: ADN, BSN, Health Information Management-Associate, Health Information Management-Bachelor's, RN, RN to BSN
    (478) 471-2700

Gordon College

  • 419 College Drive Barnesville, GA 30204
    Programs: ADN, RN
    (678) 359-5000

Lagrange College

  • 601 Broad Street Lagrange, GA 30240
    Programs: BSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (706) 880-8000

Southwest Georgia Technical College

  • 15689 US Highway 19 North Thomasville, GA 31792
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Medical Assistant, Radiography, RN
    (229) 225-4096

South Georgia College

  • 100 West College Park Dr. Douglas, GA 31533
    Programs: ADN, RN
    (912) 260-4358

Georgia College & State University

  • 231 W. Hancock St. Milledgeville, GA 31061
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, Family Nurse Practitioner, Nursing Administration, RN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN
    (478) 445-5004