Registered Nurse

Registered nurses (RNs) set up plans for patient care. Registered nurses provide and coordinate patient care, educate patients and the public about various health conditions, and provide advice and emotional support to patients and their families.

Certified Registered Nurse Facts

DC Registration Required? 

Yes

Projected DC Annual Job Openings  

620*

Average DC Yearly Salary

$105,220*

DC Registration Requirements

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Education Prerequisites

Successfully complete a nursing education program leading to licensure as a registered nurse which was approved by the Board

Certifications

To qualify for a license, an applicant must have obtained a passing score on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN)

National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN)

Submit application to the DC Board of Nursing
Receive Authorization to Test (ATT) from the DC Board of Nursing
Pay $200 registration fee
Maintain certification with 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years

Background Check

Undergo a criminal background check

License

Obtain a passing score on the NCSBN NCLEX-RN exam

Current DC Healthcare Academy Training Programs

Registered Nurse

*Projected Annual Openings are based on regional O-NET data for nursing assistants from 2020-2030 and projected openings Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center https://www.onetonline.org/link/localtrends/29-1141.00?st=DC,

*Average yearly salary is based on regional O-NET data for nursing assistants https://www.onetonline.org/link/localwages/29-1141.00?zip=20001