RN Programs in Delaware

Did you know that there are four times as many registered nurses (RNs) in the U.S. as there are doctors? Despite this, there is a growing demand for RNs all over the country, and this need is expected to continue to increase in the next several years. Moreover, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for RNs in Delaware was $85,020 in May 2022.

Requirements to Become an RN in Delaware

Before you can become a licensed RN in Delaware, you must acquire the necessary knowledge and skills. The quickest way to do this is to enroll in an accredited RN training program that will award you with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) upon graduation. ADN programs in Delaware are carefully designed to prepare RN students for the NCLEX-RN licensing exam, which is administered by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

During the NCLEX-RN, you will be required to complete a computerized multiple-choice exam and a clinical skills evaluation before you can obtain your nursing license.

Accredited RN Programs in Delaware

The best RN schools in Delaware are accredited and offer programs that are approved by Delaware's Board of Nursing.

1. Beebe Healthcare

   424 Savannah Rd, Lewes, DE 19958

   (302) 645-3300

2. Delaware State University

   1200 N Dupont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901

   (302) 857-6060

3. Delaware Technical Community College - Dover

   100 Campus Dr, Dover, DE 19904

   (302) 857-1000

4. Delaware Technical Community College - Georgetown

   21179 College Dr, Georgetown, DE 19947

   (302) 259-6000

5. Delaware Technical Community College - Stanton

   400 Stanton Christiana Rd, Newark, DE 19713

   (302) 454-3900

6. University of Delaware

   25 North College Ave, Newark, DE 19716

   (302) 831-2792

7. Wesley College

   120 N State St, Dover, DE 19901

   (302) 736-2300

RN Job Outlook and Salary in Delaware

Delaware RNs are in high demand, with Projections Central forecasting a 14.5% job growth rate from 2020 to 2030. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, RNs in Delaware earn an average annual salary of $85,020 per year, equivalent to $40.88 per hour.

The following table shows the total number of RNs employed in Delaware, and their average wage and salary, by area.

Delaware Board of Nursing

The Delaware Board of Nursing is the primary resource for RNs in Delaware for all nursing-related questions and concerns.