RN Programs in West Virginia

If you are looking for a career in West Virginia that offers an excellent salary, new challenges every day, and job security, a career as a Registered Nurse (RN) may be just what you need. There are currently many job opportunities for RN graduates in West Virginia, and entry-level positions pay an average annual salary of about $72,230.

Requirements to Become an RN in West Virginia

To become an RN in West Virginia, you must enroll in an accredited nursing program that leads to an associate or bachelor's degree in nursing. These programs are offered by various colleges, universities, and trade schools in the state, and you can also choose to study online. After graduating from your chosen program, you must register to take the NCLEX-RN licensing exam. Passing this rigorous exam is the primary requirement for obtaining an RN license from the West Virginia Board of Registered Nurses.

Accredited RN Programs in West Virginia

West Virginia has many top-rated RN training programs, including:

1. Bluefield State College - Beckley

   219 Rock St, Beaver, WV 24701

   (304) 255-5812

2. Bluefield State College - Bluefield Campus

   219 Rock St, Bluefield, WV 24701

   (304) 327-4000

3. BridgeValley Community & Technical College

   2001 Union Carbide Drive, South Charleston, WV 25303

   (304) 205-6600

4. Davis & Elkins College

   100 Campus Dr, Elkins, WV 26241

   (304) 637-1900

5. Eastern West Virginia Community & Technical College

   316 Eastern Dr, Moorefield, WV 26836

   (304) 434-8000

6. Fairmont State University

   1201 Locust Ave, Fairmont, WV 26554

   (304) 367-4767

7. Marshall University - Huntington

   1 John Marshall Dr, Huntington, WV 25755

   (800) 642-3463

8. Salem University

   223 W Main St, Salem, WV 26426

   (304) 326-1109

9. Shepherd University

   301 N King St, Shepherdstown, WV 25443

   (304) 876-5212

10. Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College

    2900 Dempsey Branch Rd, Mt Gay, WV 25637

    (304) 792-7098

11. St. Mary's School of Nursing

    2853 5th Ave, Huntington, WV 25702

    (304) 526-1415

12. University of Charleston

    2300 MacCorkle Ave SE, Charleston, WV 25304

    (304) 357-4835

13. University of Charleston - Beckley

    127B Dye Dr, Beckley, WV 25801

    (877) 393-5014

14. West Liberty University

    208 University Dr, West Liberty, WV 26074

    (304) 336-5000

15. West Virginia Junior College

    148 Willey St, Morgantown, WV 26505

    (304) 296-8282

16. West Virginia Junior College Charleston

    5514 Big Tyler Rd Suite 200, Cross Lanes, WV 25313

    (304) 769-0011

17. West Virginia Northern Community College - New Martinsville

    141 Main St, New Martinsville, WV 26155

    (304) 455-4684

18. West Virginia Northern Community College - Weirton

    150 Park Ave, Weirton, WV 26062

    (304) 723-2210

19. West Virginia Northern Community College - Wheeling

    1704 Market St, Wheeling, WV 26003

    (304) 233-5900

20. West Virginia University

    64 Medical Center Dr., Morgantown, WV 26506

    (304) 293-4831

21. West Virginia University - Parkersburg

    300 Campus Dr, Parkersburg, WV 26104

    (304) 424-8000

22. West Virginia University - Potomac State College

    101 Fort Ave, Keyser, WV 26726

    (304) 788-6820

23. West Virginia University Institute of Technology- Beckley

    507 S Kanawha St, Beckley, WV 25801

    (304) 929-8324

24. West Virginia Wesleyan College

    59 College Ave, Buckhannon, WV 26201

    (304) 473-8000

RN Job Outlook and Salary in West Virginia

West Virginia RNs are in high demand, with Projections Central forecasting a 11.9% job growth rate from 2020 to 2030. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, RNs in West Virginia earn an average annual salary of $72,230 per year, equivalent to $34.73 per hour.

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

West Virginia Board of Registered Nurses

The West Virginia Board of Registered Nurses is the primary resource for RNs in West Virginia for all nursing-related questions and concerns.