RN to BSN Programs in Iowa

RN to BSN programs are designed for diploma and associate's degree educated registered nurses. These programs complement the extensive clinical knowledge the registered nurse has developed through prior education and work experience. The BSN education implements courses that strengthen the student's critical and analytical thinking skills, communication skills, leadership skills and other related nursing skills. These skills help the student develop into a more well-rounded nurse that can function not only in the hospital setting but in a community based health care setting delivering preventative health care to individuals, groups and organizations. The RN to BSN programs below are listed with accreditation or BON approval information.

RN to BSN Online Programs in Iowa

Most RN to BSN programs through nursing schools in Iowa have implemented online or partially online options for students. This has made earning a BSN much more accessible for the working nurse and nurses that had not previously had convenient access to a campus based RN to BSN program. Other than the schools in Iowa offering RN to BSN online programs, there are a number of CCNE or NLNAC accredited online RN to BSN programs offered by nursing schools from around the country.

The baccalaureate education offers registered nurses the opportunity to advance their careers into leadership positions or enroll in master's level programs to become APNs, nurse educators and other careers requiring master's level education. According to the Iowa Workforce Information Network - Wages and Income, registered nurses in Iowa make a median annual salary of $47,900. Salary will depend heavily on experience, education, geographic location, facility, specialty and other factors. Learn about the RN to MSN programs in Iowa.

Schools Based in Iowa Offering RN to BSN Programs Online and On-Campus

(Source: Iowa Board of Nursing)

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