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How to Become a Nurse in Oregon, OR

If you want to become a nurse in Oregon, the first step is graduating from high school and identifying a suitable nursing program. Although they vary from one-month CNA certificates to 10-year PhDs, the most popular nursing training by far is college-based education to become a Registered Nurse (RN)—the largest and fastest growing group of health professionals in the United States.

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There are two main programs to choose from when pursuing Oregon nursing education: a four year Bachelor of Science, Nursing (BSN), or on Associate Degree, Nursing (ADN), which takes two years. Both programs require a handful of first-year college courses before applying, in general studies like psychology, biology and so forth—usually around 15 credits. And both programs give students all the skills and knowledge they need to assess and treat patients and manage lesser-qualified nursing teams across a wide variety of occupational settings. However, a BSN provides students with advanced nursing theory, skills and research training, along with the opportunity to pursue focused elective topics, which can lead to a more diverse array of career options.

Once your Oregon nursing education is complete, the last step to becoming a nurse in Oregon is passing the nationally-standardized NCLEX exam. The test is the same for nurses nationwide, and once a passing result is achieved—as is the case for upwards of 85 percent of first time test takers—one is ready to begin working as a Registered Nurse in Oregon.

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To learn more about becoming a nurse in Oregon, including alternative nursing licenses such as CNA, LPN and more, as well as wages, job prospects, and detailed nursing education information, visit our Oregon Nursing pages.