Nursing Schools in Idaho - ID
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- CNA Programs in Idaho
- Associate's and Baccalaureate Programs in Idaho
- LPN Programs in Idaho
- RN to BSN Programs in Idaho
- RN to MSN Programs in Idaho
- MSN Programs in Idaho
- Nurse Practitioner Programs in Idaho
- Featured Post-Licensure Programs
Idaho nursing schools are experiencing a difficult time graduating enough nurses to meet the demand for registered nurses in the state of Idaho. Idaho is experiencing the same nursing shortage struggles as the rest of the country and is ranked 48th in the country for lowest nurse to patient ratio. The need for nurses with advanced degrees as well as new registered nurses has never been greater.
Idaho has only one master’s in nursing program through Idaho State University School of Nursing and one other will be available soon through Boise State University. There are only a limited number of students admitted each year to the Idaho State master’s in nursing program and the new program at Boise State school of nursing will have a limited number of openings as well. This scenario is contributing to the declining number of nurse educators in the state of Idaho and in turn adding to the nursing shortage.
To help address the need for qualified nurses and advance degrees for nurses we are offering online and onsite nursing schools in Idaho. The University of Phoenix School of Nursing has a campus in Boise that offers an MSN program as well as a variety of online MSN programs including LVN to BSN, RN to BSN and RN to MSN. Walden University School of Nursing also offers a number of online Master’s in nursing programs. The schools you find here can provide you with Idaho nursing scholarship and loan information as well as their program information.
Idaho Nursing Job Outlook and Salary Information
The Idaho Nursing Workforce Center conducted a survey in 2006 to determine how many new nurses will be needed in 2007. The results found that Idaho needs 923 new nurses in 2007. In 2005 Idaho nursing programs graduated 502 new RNs. The Federal Department of Health and Human Services estimates that by 2020, Idaho will lack about 30 percent of the nurses it needs. Now is the time to become a nurse or advance your career in nursing with a BSN or MSN. Job security for nurses in Idaho is projected to be excellent based on these findings.
The Idaho Division of Human Resources reported in 2004 that the average annual salary for registered nurses in Idaho is $37,604 below the national average of $45,158. However, nursing wages continued to grow at extraordinary rates as the demand for nurses outpaced supply. Indeed.com reported the average annual salary for an RN in Idaho as $42,000. Much depends on your experience and credentials so use these numbers as a ball park.
Featured Online Nursing Schools in Idaho
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University of Phoenix College of Health and Human Services
University of Phoenix is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. Their programs include an RN to BSN online as well as a number of online RN to MSN programs with different areas of focus. Request free information from University of Phoenix today to learn more.
Walden University School of Nursing
Graduates of Walden University will be prepared to contribute to the profession of nursing at a much higher level due to an increased knowledge base and a more developed nursing skill set. Request free information from Walden University to learn more about their Master of Science degree programs in Nursing.
Jacksonville University - School of Nursing
Jacksonville University offers an Online RN to BSN. The courses are taught by the same faculty teaching the on-campus courses and the material is exactly the same. The School of Nursing is accredited by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) - Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The JU School of Nursing is accepting application for their Online RN to BSN program now. Request information today!
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Kaplan University School of Nursing
Kaplan University's degree program offers an accredited, online R.N.-to-B.S.N. degree completion program. In addition, you can select from various MSN programs and post nursing certificates. Request free information from the Kaplan University School of Nursing or Health Care Pathways.
Liberty University - Nursing
Liberty University's RN to BSN Online Program is CCNE accredited and the University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. This program is enrolling now. Request information today!
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South University - School of Health Professions
The South University Online BSN program is CCNE accredited and the University itself is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Applicants must have an ASN or Diploma from an accredited nursing program and proof that they have a current RN license. South University is accepting eligible applicants for this program now. Request information today.
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University of Illinois - Global Campus
University of Illinois offers an online BSN completion program for US Residents (current RN's). Request information about this program today!
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Featured Campus Based Nursing Schools
University of Phoenix College of Health and Human Services
University of Phoenix has a campus in Meridian, Idaho that offers several Masters in Nursing Programs with different concentrations. Request free information below to learn more.
