Nevada Nursing Schools

There are 10 accredited nursing schools in Nevada that are in our database.

Nevada has some very highly populated urban areas, but there still aren’t many nursing schools available in the desert. As a result, Nevada had ended up in a position where the state is suffering a nursing shortage, just like the rest of the U.S. Fortunately, though Nevada only has nine nursing schools for prospective students to choose from, those students can take their pick from nursing programs, from associate’s to doctorate degrees and everything in between.

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Though large hospitals in urban areas tend to attract the most nursing graduates, areas like Reno and Las Vegas have been some of the most affected by the nursing shortage. This is bad news for hospitals and patients in those areas, but good news for nursing students- urban hospitals are usually the ones prepared to offer incentives like generous sign-on bonuses to new hires.

Careers for Nevada Nurses

Nurses in Nevada will experience some variation in their salaries. Areas like Las Vegas are heavily populated, and have a higher cost of living than small towns like Duckwater, and nursing salaries will vary accordingly. An RN working as a staff nurse in Carson City, for one, ca expect to earn a median annual salary of $65,139, which is a bit less than the national average.

By contrast, the same nurse would earn $66,322 in Reno, which is a bit more than the average. There can also be variations in the same area, as well- Reno nursing salaries typically range from around $50,000 to around $79,000. All figures are from the BLS.

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Nursing Degrees by Program in Nevada

Use the quick links below to view detailed information on the specific nursing degree you are considering. Includes degree info and school options in your state.

Changes to Nevada Nursing Programs

In an effort to draw more students to Nevada’s various nursing programs, various steps have been taken to help students pay for school, and help schools turn out as many qualified graduates as possible:
– Accelerated degree programs
– Financial incentives for nursing students seeking to become nursing educators
– Distance learning and online degree options
– Loan repayment schemes for students willing to commit to working in one of Nevada’s underserved rural areas

Nevada Board of Nursing

Nevada’s Board of Nursing is something that nursing students, educators, and working nurses alike will become well acquainted with. The Board can provide them with information on licensing requirements, examination, continuing education programs, changes to health care laws that affect nurses, industry news, and more. The Nevada Board of Nursing can be reached at 5011 Meadowood Mall #201, Reno, NV, 89502-6547.

Nursing Scholarships & Grants Info for Nevada

Students in Nevada can apply for the following sample nursing scholarships and grants if eligibility requirements are met.

Renown Health Foundation
Nurses and nursing students who are residents of Nevada and have been accepted into an accredited nursing program in the state may be eligible for a nursing scholarship or grant from the Foundation. The Fund for Nursing Excellence supports the continuing education of nurses.  There are no deadlines for applications and award amounts vary annually.  For additional information, including applications and guidelines, contact the Foundation, c/o Tax Treasury Z-5, 1155 Mill Street, Reno, NV 89502 or by calling (775) 982-5545.

University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Nursing students enrolled in the School of Nursing have access to numerous scholarships and grants to help pay for their education.  In addition to general scholarships, students may be eligible for a variety of nursing scholarships.  Interested nursing students can contact the School directly at (702) 895-3360 to inquiry about available nursing scholarships and grants.

Laub Foundation
Students who are children of Southwest Gas Corporation full-time employees may be eligible for nursing scholarships and grants from the Foundation. Students who are older than 23 are not eligible to apply for Foundation support. The Harold G. Laub Scholarship is awarded based on community service, academic scores, and personal essay. Awards are renewable.  For applications and guidelines, nursing students can contact the Foundation at 1000 Rancho Circle, Las Vegas, NV 89107.  Applications are also available from the human resources department at all regional Southwest Gas Corporation offices.

Berner Educational Trust No. 2
Nursing students who graduated from a high school in northern Nevada may be eligible for a scholarship from the Trust.  Additional eligibility criteria include a GPA of at least 3.0 and demonstrated commitment to the community.  Students must be socially responsible and commit to help a non-family with educational costs in the future.  Award amounts vary.  Completed applications are due to the Trust by the end of March annually.  For applications, contact the Trust at P.O. Box 5940, Stateline, NV 89449.  Completed applications must be mailed to the Trust, c/o Raymond H. Berner Memorial Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 5940, Lake Tahoe, NV 89449.  For general questions, call the Trust at (775) 588-6676.

The Frank M. Doyle Foundation, Inc.
Students who graduated from Washoe County School District in Nevada may be eligible for a scholarship from the Foundation.  Nursing students do not have to be recent graduates to be eligible.  There is no income or academic requirements for these scholarships.  Undergraduate and graduate nursing students can apply.  Completed applications are due to the Foundation by March annually.  For applications and guidelines, nursing students should contact the Foundation at 3732 Lakeside Drive, Suite 202A, Reno NV 89509 or by calling (775) 329-1972.

List of Nursing Schools & Accredited Programs in Nevada

★ Featured Nursing Schools Accepting Nevada Applicants

List of Nevada Nursing Schools

Carrington College – Reno

Nursing Programs Offered:
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Registered Nurse (RN)
Accreditation: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC)
5580 Kietzke Lane
Reno, NV 89511
Phone: (775) 335-2941
Website: www.carrington.edu
Carrington College is a 2 year private institution.

College of Southern Nevada

Nursing Programs Offered:
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN)
Registered Nurse (RN)
Accreditation: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC)
6375 W. Charleston Blvd
Las Vegas, Nevada 89146-1164
Phone:(702) 651-5000
Website: www.csn.edu
College of Southern Nevada is a 4-year, primarily associate’s, public institution.

Great Basin College

Nursing Programs Offered:
Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Accreditation: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC)
1500 College Pkwy, Elko, Nevada 89801
Phone:(775) 738-8493
Website: www.gbcnv.edu
Great Basin College is a 4-year, primarily associate’s, public institution.

Kaplan College – Las Vegas

Nursing Programs Offered:
Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN)
3535 West Sahara Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89102
Phone: (702) 579-3553
Website: www.kaplan.edu
Kaplan is a 4 year for profit institution.

Nevada State College

Nursing Programs Offered:
Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Registered Nurse to Bachelors of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN Mobility)
Accreditation: Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
1125 Nevada State Drive
Henderson, Nevada 89002
Phone:(702) 992-2000
Website: nsc.nevada.edu
Nevada State College is a 4-year, public institution.

Roseman University of Health Sciences

Nursing Programs Offered:
Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN)
11 Sunset Way
Henderson, Nevada 89014
Phone:(702) 968-2075
Website: www.roseman.edu
Roseman University of Health Sciences is a 4-year, private not-for-profit institution.

Truckee Meadows Community College

Nursing Programs Offered:
Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Accreditation: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC)
7000 Dandini Blvd
Reno, Nevada 89512-3999
Phone:(775) 673-7000
Website: www.tmcc.edu
Truckee Meadows Community College is a 2-year, public institution.

University of Nevada-Las Vegas

Nursing Programs Offered:
Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN)
PhD in Nursing
Accreditation: Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
4505 S Maryland Pkwy
Las Vegas, Nevada 89154
Phone:(702) 895-3360
Website: www.unlv.edu
University of Nevada-Las Vegas is a 4-year, public institution.

University of Nevada-Reno

Nursing Programs Offered:
Clinical Nurse Leader Certificate
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Nurse Educator
Nurse Practitioner
Master’s of Science in Nursing (MSN) / Master’s of Public Health (MPH)
Registered Nurse to Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN Mobility)
Accreditation: Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
1644 N. Virginia St
Reno, Nevada 89557
Phone:(775) 784-1110
Website: www.unr.edu
University of Nevada-Reno is a 4-year, public institution.

Western Nevada College

Nursing Programs Offered:
Associate of Applied Science In Nursing (AAS)
Accreditation: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC)
2201 West College Parkway
Carson City, Nevada 89703-7399
Phone:(775) 445-3294
Website: www.wnc.edu
Western Nevada College is a 4-year, primarily associate’s, public institution.