Wyoming Nursing and Healthcare Schools

Wyoming is reported to be among the worst hit areas in the whole country with the impending nursing shortage. Institutions of learning in the area are experiencing the same shortage evident in long waitlists of qualified applicants every year. It is projected to be even worse as the population ages and demand for health care providers increase. Today, aging adults need more professional care than younger people thus the need for more healthcare workers.

To tackle future shortages, the State of Wyoming, alongside healthcare institutions and individuals of goodwill, has come up with workable strategies. For instance, today, web based nursing programs for registered nurses have become very popular in Wyoming. A nursing student can advance their career from RN to BSN, or RN to MSN via online education. It helps particularly those qualified applicants who have had to be waitlisted at the institutions of learning in Wyoming for years and years due to shortage of classroom space.

The shortage of nursing faculty is also treated with the same magnitude as other causes of the nursing shortage in Wyoming. Basically, the shortage means the waitlists will continue to grow longer and longer. Research shows that most of the existing faculty is on their way to retirement. The main reason for nursing faculty shortage is low salaries. In fact, the average salary of faculty nurses is $10-20,000 less than that of nurses in clinical settings. The State of Wyoming has been raising funds and sourcing out for grants from well wishers to try and boost the salaries of faculty.

Similarly, many colleges offer scholarships to bright and needy students who want to pursue a career in nursing but are incapacitated by finances. This has also contributed in easing the urgent shortage of nurses and even nursing faculty.

Generally, the job outlook for all health care providers in the State of Wyoming is outstanding and very promising and it is projected to continue that way. If you are planning to start a career in Wyoming, or advance the one you already have, the time is now. The Salaries below reflect what you expect to earn after putting your level of education, location and working experience into consideration.

• Head RN $70,00 - 78,000
• Staff RN $70,000 - 78,000
• Lab Tech $40,000 - 48,000
• Radiology Tech $55,000 - 60,000
• Intensive Care $60,000 - 70,000
• LPN $40,000 - 49,000
• Emergency Room $68,000 - 72,000
• Occupational Therapist $69,000 - 74,000
• Clinical Nurse Specialist $60,000 - 67,000
• Pharmacist $100,000 - 108,000

Campus and/or Online	College America - Campus in Cheyenne, Wyoming offers the following programs via campus based and/or online: AOS in Medical Specialties B.S. in Health Care Administration B.S. in Nursing Administration B.S. in Respiratory Administration M.S. Health Care Administration M.S. Nursing Administration
Campus Based	Institute of Business and Medical Careers - Campus based in Cheyenne, Wyoming and offers the following programs: Medical Assistant Medical Billing and Coding Pharmacy Technician -Diploma/Allied Health Degree Therapeutic Massage
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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