How to Become a Registered Nurse in Washington
Nursing is one of the most competitive college programs in the country. Getting into a nursing program can be difficult due to limited enrollment, but it is also very rewarding. In Washington State, there are a lot of different options for getting into nursing school, so the most important consideration is which program is the best fit for you. When determining which program is the best fit for you, you will want to understand what course work is required, what the state of Washington’s licensing requirements are, and the availability of the program.[contentblock id=25]
The average RN salary in Washington is $96,980 a year, or $50 an hour. Some general course requirements for RN programs in Washington include around 28 credits of general education including Philosophy, Religious Studies, English, Statistics, Literature, Biology and Social or Behavioral Sciences. Once you have completed some general requirements, you will need to fulfill about 28 more credits of lower division nursing requirements, which include the basics of nursing. Most programs also require you to complete the same amount of upper division nursing requirements such as Professional Communication, Holistic Health, Centered Health Care and other classes related to health care. It’s also required to take some upper division classes that give you opportunities to put nursing into practice by working in a hospital. Of course, requirements can vary by school, but in Washington, these are some requirements that can be generally expected.
Another thing to consider is Washington’s RN licensing requirements. Once you are done with school, it is necessary to obtain proper licensing so you can practice as a registered nurse. In order to get a license in Washington, you have to pass the NCLEX-RN exam, fill out a series of applications and complete a criminal background check. Once your application has gone through the review process and you have completed the background check, you can obtain a license. One thing to consider is not all programs are considered accredited and accepted by the licensing division, so before you choose a program, make sure that the nursing licensing division recognizes your program as an approved nursing program.
Another thing to consider before applying is the availability of the programs. Some programs have a lot of students apply and only a few are accepted. One way to avoid running into this problem is to contact someone in charge of admissions before you start applying to see how many incoming students will be accepted into the program. You can also inquire as to what admissions personnel look for in an applicant, so that you can better prepare and craft your application to increase your chances of being accepted. If you don’t feel like you are a good fit for a specific program, it is better not to waste your time applying, and to put your energy towards applying for a program that is right for you.
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Associates Degree RN Programs in Washington
Main Campus, Rm R140-A
3000 Landerholm Circle SE
Bellevue, WA 98007
Phone: (425) 564-1000
3028 Lindburgh Avenue
Bellingham, WA 98225
Phone: (360) 752-7000
7662 Chanute St.
Moses Lake, WA 98837
Phone: (509) 793-2222
600 W Locust
Centralia, WA 98531
Phone: (360) 736-9391
1800 E. McLoughlin Blvd.
Vancouver, WA 98663
Phone: (360) 992-2000
4500 Steilacoom Blvd. SW
Lakewood, WA 98499
Phone: (253) 589-5800
2600 N 20th Ave.
Pasco, WA 99301
Phone: (509) 372-7680
2000 Tower St.
Everett, WA 98201
Phone: (425) 388-9463
1620 Edward P Smith Drive
Aberdeen, WA 98520
Phone: (360) 538-4148
PO Box 98000
Des Moines, WA 98198
Phone: (206) 878-3710, x3471
11605 132nd Avenue NE
Kirkland, WA 98034
Phone: (425) 739-8100
1600 Maple Street
Longview, WA 98632
Phone: (360) 442-2860
9600 College Way North
Seattle, WA 98103
Phone: (206) 527-3600
1600 Chester Ave.
Bremerton, WA 98377
Phone: (360) 394-2760 |
1502 East Lauridsen Blvd.
Port Angeles, WA 98362
Phone: (360) 417-6455
1601 39th Avenue SE
Puyallup, WA 98374
Phone: (253) 864-3272
3000 NE 4th Street
Renton, WA 98056
Phone: (425) 235-2352
1701 Broadway
Seattle, WA 98122
Phone: (206) 587-4123
16101 Greenwood Ave N
Seattle, WA 98133
Phone: (206) 546-4743
2405 E. College Way
Mt Vernon, WA 98273
Phone: (360) 416-7875
2011 Mottman Rd. SE
Olympia, WA 98512
Phone: (360) 768-6414
6000 16th Avenue SW
Seattle, WA 98106
Phone: (206) 768-6414
N. 1810 Greene St. MS 2090
Spokane, WA 99217
Phone: (509) 533-7000
6501 S 19th St.
Tacoma, WA 98466
Phone: (253) 566-5000
500 Tausick Way
Walla Walla, WA 99362
Phone: (509) 527-4240
1300 5th Street
Wenatchee, WA 98801
Phone: (509) 682-6800
237 West Kellogg Rd
Bellingham, WA 98237
Phone: (360) 676-2170
N. 16th & Nob Hill Blvd
Yakima, WA 98907
Phone: (509) 574-4902 |
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Accredited Washington RN Schools
See our complete list of qualified RN nursing education programs in the state of Washington. The schools listed here offer pre-licensure nursing programs that meet the registered nursing education requirements set forth by the Washington State Board of Nursing. Although the schools listed on this page are accredited by the Washington Board of Nursing and approved by the state of Washington, they might not be accredited by national organizations such as the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). Individuals should check to see if the state-approved nursing school they are considering also enjoys national accreditation status if they are seeking a school with both accreditations.
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