Registered Nurse (RN) in Virginia

RNs are the backbone of American healthcare — they assess patients, administer medications, coordinate care plans, and advocate for patients across every setting from ICUs to schools. It's one of the most in-demand and recession-proof careers in existence.

$73,098 VA Median Salary
6% Growth Rate
2–4 years Training

💰 Registered Nurse (RN) Salary in Virginia

Estimated salary range for Registered Nurse (RN)s in Virginia, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$61,000
Median
$73,098
Experienced
$116,000

🎓 Registered Nurse (RN) Licensing in Virginia

Credential required: RN License (NCLEX-RN)

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the Virginia state licensing board before enrolling.

🏫 Registered Nurse (RN) Programs in Virginia

Community College
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Northern Virginia Community College

📍 Annandale, VA

Largest community college in Virginia and one of the largest in the US (75,000+ students). Five campuses across Northern...

Nursing (RN/ADN)LPNDental HygieneRadiologic TechnologySurgical Technology
Community College
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Tidewater Community College

📍 Norfolk, VA

Serves the Hampton Roads metro (Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Portsmouth). Multi-campus system with strong milita...

Nursing (RN/ADN)LPNDental HygieneRadiologic TechnologySurgical Technology
Community College
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J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College

📍 Richmond, VA

Serves the Richmond metro. Multiple campuses in Henrico, Goochland, and Parham. Comprehensive allied health and technica...

Nursing (RN/ADN)LPNDental HygieneRadiologic TechnologySurgical Technology

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