RN Programs in Santa Fe, New Mexico

Get your RN degree in Santa Fe, New Mexico - online & campus-based options available.

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Registered Nurse Degree Info

Which schools offer Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe?

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

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 Santa Fe, New Mexico

Northern New Mexico Community College

  • 921 N. Paseo de Onate Espanola, NM 87532
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Radiography, RN
    (505) 747-2100

Santa Fe Community College

  • 6401 South Richards Avenue Santa Fe, NM 87508
    Programs: ADN, EMT Paramedic, Medical Assistant, RN
    (505) 428-1000

Luna Community College

  • 366 Luna Drive Las Vegas, NM 87701
    Programs: ADN, LPN, RN
    (505) 454-2500

Carrington College

  • 1001 Menaul Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87107
    Programs: ADN, LPN, RN
    1(877)206-2106

Central New Mexico Community College

  • 525 Buena Vista Dr. SE Albuquerque, NM 87106
    Programs: ADN, CNA, EMT Paramedic, Health Information Management-Associate, LPN, Radiography, RN
    (505) 224-3000

University of New Mexico

  • 1 University of New Mexico Albuquerque, NM 87131
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, EMT Paramedic, MSN, Nuclear Medicine Tech, Nursing PhD, Physician Assistant, Radiography, RN, RN to BSN
    (505) 277-0111