Virginia Nursing and Healthcare Schools

The State of Virginia has not been left out in the looming shortages within the health care workforce, more particularly the nurses. The State has recognized a shortage and has started addressing the issue with the magnitude it deserves. The aim of the State is to ensure the rising demand of nurses is met with an equal supply of a competent nursing workforce.

The State of Virginia recognizes the importance of early recruitment of healthcare workers, before their aptitude to provide quality health care is painstakingly compromised. It is very explicit to the State, to the health care providers and even to the public that the shortage has, and will continue jeopardizing services in hospitals and institutions of health if measures are not taken to recruit more healthcare employees.

Due to the fact that the State has been able to pinpoint the causes, it is obvious that it is on the forefront to curb the shortage, hence you, as the resident of Virginia should rest assured knowing the State is doing everything in its capacity. Virginia has cited several factors as the most salient issues causing the looming shortage:

• An increasing number of elderly and very young patients
• Shortage of nursing faculty
• An aging nursing workforce

The consequences of the shortage are obvious, low quality care and shortage of baccalaureate-prepared, competent nurses. Institutions of learning in Virginia are working hand in hand with medical providers to ensure they try and match up the demand of nurses. For instance, many schools are working towards developing baccalaureate-prepared registered nurses through a RN-BSN program which has proven to be very successful. The programs allow RNs to earn their degree while working full-time. Many programs are strategically located across the State, plus one can also get the programs online. It is a very flexible and convenient program.

Virginia's approach to the nursing faculty shortage has also helped the State to ease the shortage of healthcare workers. It is true that the capacity of a lot of nursing programs in the State of Virginia to expand is very limited. Similarly, the teaching programs for teaching nursing educators are also limited in the number of students they can accept. The State has encouraged public-private partnerships that facilitate schools to increase the capacity of teaching more nursing educators who will be competent to offer quality education, as well as providing more access to programs via online education.

Like all States in the country, salaries vary greatly depending on industry, company, location, experience, benefits and of course your education level. This acts positively by encouraging and challenging most people in the workforce to go back to class and enhance their career.

• Head RN $80,000-90,000
• Staff RN $70,000-80,000
• Lab Tech $30,000-35,000
• Radiology Tech $49,000-54,000
• Intensive Care $72,000-77,000
• LPN $40,000-47,000
• LVN $42,000-51,000
• Emergency Room $63,000-69,000
• Occupational Therapist $68,000-75,000
• Clinical Nurse Specialist $80,000-87,000
• Pharmacist $103,000-111,000

Campus and/or Online	Everest College - Campuses located in Arlington, Chesapeake, Newport News and Tyson Corner, Virginia and offers campus based and/or online programs in the following healthcare areas: Dental Assisting Massage Therapy Medical Administrative Assistant Medical Assisting Medical Insurance Billing/Coding
Campus Based	Miller Motte Technical College - Located in Lynchburg, Virginia offers the following programs: Healthcare Assistant Healthcare Technology Massage Therapy Medical Assistant Medical Office Assistant Pharmacy Assistant Surgical Technology
Campus Based	Medical Careers Institute - Campuses are located in New Port News, Northern Virginia, Richmond, Roanoke, and Virginia Beach, Virginia with the following programs available: Dental Assisting Massage Therapy Medical Assisting Medical Administration Medical Radiography Nursing - Bachelors Practical Nursing Registered Nursing Physical Therapist Assistant Surgical Technology
Online	The College Network - Offers a wide variety of online nursing classes that are available to you from anywhere in the United States. LPN to A.S. in Nursing LPN to BS in Nursing RN to BS in Nursing Diploma/Foreign Trained RN to BSN RN to MS in Nursing MS in Nursing (MSN)
Online	Indiana State University - Earn your NLNAC accredited LPN to BSN or RN to BSN completely online from ISU! LPN/LVN to BSN RN to BSN
Online	Walden University - Students gain the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in their choice of professional study, while maintaining their current workload and family life.. RN to MSN BSN to MSN MS in Mental Health Counseling Master of Public Health Ph.D. in Health Services Ph.D. in Public Health M.S. in Psychology Ph.D. in Psychology
Online	Kaplan University is one of the United States leading universities for online healthcare degrees. Business, Nursing, and Allied Healthcare programs are all offered. RN to B.S. in Nursing MBA Health Care Management Life Care Planning Cert. Certificate in Forensic Nursing Certificate in Legal Nurse Consulting
Online	University of Phoenix - one of the leading universities in the US that offers a wide variety of online accredited degree programs. Associate of Arts in Health Administration B.S. in Health Administration RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing B.S. in Psychology MBA Health Care Management Master of Science in Nursing Doctor of Health Administration Nursing HealthCare Certificate

Top Online Nursing Programs

Below you will find the top rated online nursing schools along with the program the school offers. Request a free information packets from the nation's best online nursing programs using the More Info buttons below:

	The College Network - Associate's, Bachelor's & Master's Degrees. With healthcare degrees offered by 10 major universities, The College Network has become the premiere destination for students seeking a nursing degree online. They offer fully accredited degrees, including LPN to RN degrees, that will satisfy students' career goals and ambitions.
	Indiana State University - Bachelor's Degree. Offering a high-quality, accredited degree in nursing, Indiana State University gives students a chance to quickly accelerate into respected nursing positions in many healthcare institutions. Their popular L.P.N. to B.S.N. program is available entirely online, allowing students to continue working while pursing an advanced degree.
	Kaplan University - Certification, Associate's & Bachelor's Degrees. As one of the most respected online universities in the country, Kaplan University has helped thousands of students reach their dreams of becoming a nurse. With a number of healthcare degree programs available, students can graduate in as little as two years and be on their way to helping others.
	Herzing University - Associate's, Bachelor's & Master's Degrees. Herzing University offers three key nursing programs for students of all ages and education levels. Students will have the opportunity to receive hands-on training in order to better prepare them for a real position in the healthcare industry.
	Walden University - Master's Degree. For individuals seeking higher education in the field of nursing, Walden University has knowledgeable, respected industry leaders educating their students. Their quality education and in-depth training will help students get on the right track to leadership positions in several healthcare institutions and entities.
	Capella University - Master's & Doctoral Degrees. Capella University is an accredited university providing nursing students the skill set and education needed to make an impact in the healthcare industry. Their affordable programs allow those who enjoy helping others to gain additional knowledge to continue pursuing their passion.

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