RN Programs in Wyoming

Are you a prospective registered nurse (RN) in Wyoming looking for more information about your chosen career? Do you need help finding a suitable school near you? A career as an RN is one of the fastest-growing and highest-paying occupations in Wyoming today, with an average starting salary of around $81,010 per year.

Requirements to Become an RN in Wyoming

Before you can start your new career as an RN in Wyoming, you must complete the required education and pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Many higher education institutions in Wyoming offer various RN degrees, including Associate of Nursing (ADN) programs. ADN programs combine lecture-based instruction and clinical training to prepare you for the NCLEX-RN exam.

Once you complete your training, pass the NCLEX-RN exam, and submit to a background check, you will be eligible to apply for an RN license from the Wyoming State Board of Nursing.

Accredited RN Programs in Wyoming

Here are some of the top nursing schools in Wyoming:

1. Casper College

   125 College Dr, Casper, WY 82601

   (307) 268-2100

2. Central Wyoming College

   2660 Peck Ave, Riverton, WY 82501

   (307) 855-2119

3. Eastern Wyoming College

   3200 W C St, Torrington, WY 82240

   (307) 532-8200

4. Laramie County Community College

   1400 E College Dr, Cheyenne, WY 82007

   (307) 778-1267

5. Northern Wyoming Community College District - Gillette College

   300 Sinclair St, Gillette, WY 82718

   (307) 681-6301

6. Northern Wyoming Community College District - Sheridan College

   1 Whitney Way, Sheridan, WY 82801

   (307) 675-0301

7. Northwest College

   231 W 6th St, Powell, WY 82435

   (307) 754-6484

8. University of Wyoming

   1000 E University Ave, Laramie, WY 82071

   (307) 766-4312

9. Western Wyoming Community College

   2500 College Dr, Rock Springs, WY 82901

   (307) 382-1713

RN Job Outlook and Salary in Wyoming

Wyoming RNs are in high demand, with Projections Central forecasting a 10.8% job growth rate from 2020 to 2030. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, RNs in Wyoming earn an average annual salary of $81,010 per year, equivalent to $38.95 per hour.

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

Wyoming State Board of Nursing

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