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Louisiana Nursing Schools and Allied Health Programs

Louisiana’s nursing shortage has reached an all-time high, with an estimated 4,663 Find
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positions unfilled, and a dire shortage of nurse faculty, just as the demand for healthcare services is growing. The faculty shortage and lack of funds to hire nurse educators forced Louisiana nursing schools to turn away 1,690 qualified students in 2008, according to the association. The average age of a U.S. nurse is 47, and because more nurses retire than graduate each year, that age is only going up. Yet as baby boomers approach retirement, students are finding themselves rejected from nursing schools by the thousands because of a shortage of nursing faculty. The national nursing shortage that’s been going on for years was made worse in southeast Louisiana by Hurricane Katrina. The nursing shortage is acute in the metropolitan New Orleans area and is the limiting factor in the number of hospital beds that can be opened. According to Louisiana Health Works, the Occupation Forecasting Report and the US Bureau of Labor Statistics.

There's Far More To Louisiana Than New Orleans

Renowned for Mardi Gras revelry, French Quarter, and Cafe du Monde's beignets, New Orleans is the most populous city in Louisiana, but did you know that out of 64 parishes in Louisiana, 40 are designated as rural and are Health Professional Shortages Areas? There are 112 Acute Care Hospitals in Louisiana, 50 of which are located in rural areas. Nurse Practitioners, Nurse Midwives, Registered Nurses, and Allied Health Care providers are in great demand to provide care in Louisiana's urban and rural areas.

Nurses With Advanced Degrees In Demand

In order to meet the increasingly complex demands of today's health care environment, many hospitals and other health care employers that don't already require a BSN degree for new hires have established "BSN preferred" policies, so now is the perfect time for LPN's to enroll in an online LPN to RN program, or LPN to BSN degree program, for RN's to take an online RN-BSN degree completion program, or RN to MSN bridge program, and for BSN nurses to earn a MS in Nursing degree.

Average Nursing Base Salaries:

Nursing Assistant: $24,522 - $29,916 Licensed Practical Nurse: $36,652 - $44,166
RN Staff Nurse: $57,299 - $69,543 Nurse Practitioner: $77,826- $91,734

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Browse accredited nursing schools and allied health programs that accept students from Louisiana, then request free information from any or all schools offering programs that match your needs:


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The College Network

Earn your accredited LPN to RN degree, LPN to BSN degree, RN to MSN, or Master's in Nursing completely 100% online with no classroom attendance required. Learn at your own pace from wherever you have internet access and receive personalized academic support. Financing guaranteed and no waiting list. Choose a link below to learn more:

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Baton Rouge
Lafayette
Metarie
Shreveport

University of Phoenix Online/Campus

University of Phoenix offers working adults the choice of pursuing a degree online, on-campus, or doing a flexible combination of both. On-Campus programs last 5 - 6 weeks. Nursing degree programs including LPN to BSN, LVN to BSN, and RN to BSN programs, and 12+ Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) programs are available either on-campus or online. Nursing program availability and delivery format differ by location. Nursing degree programs include:

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Kaplan University

Kaplan University's online nursing programs enable R.N.s to complete the education needed to enhance their skills to better meet the demands of patient care and qualify for new opportunities in specialized nursing and management with no classroom attendance required. Learn more »

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New Orleans

Loyola University

Loyola University New Orleans is a Catholic institution that emphasizes the Jesuit tradition of educating the whole person. It is open to students of all faiths.

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Walden University

Walden University is an accredited online institution that for over 38 years has provided an engaging learning experience for working professionals. In the Walden University School of Nursing you’ll advance your career on your terms through our innovative online learning regardless of where you live. Learn more »

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Baton Rouge

MedVance Institute

MedVance Institute provides a generous selection of healthcare training programs in allied health, nursing, and massage therapy at locations in Florida, Louisiana, Tennessee, and Texas. Graduates of our healthcare training programs are prepared to enter the workforce in as little as one year, unlike students of other healthcare schools. Choose a link below to learn more:

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Baton Rouge

Remington College

Remington College offers career-specific programs that take only months to complete and are designed to help working adults succeed. Day or evening classes to fit your busy schedule - train for your new career without leaving your current job.

Campuses: Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Shreveport

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Alexandria
Houma
Lafayette
Metairie
Shreveport

Blue Cliff College

Blue Cliff College is committed to using its human and physical resources to provide services facilitating personal growth, professional development and a sense of responsibility to our students. We have the career-focused educational programs you need to get started in a career you'll love. Choose a link below to learn more:

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Shreveport

American Commercial College

American Commercial College is proud to offer fast-track computer training programs that are designed to put you to work as quickly as possible in today’s and tomorrow's— high-demand business and technology environment. Choose a link below to learn more:

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Monroe
Shreveport

Career Technical College

Career Technical College offers education programs geared towards innovative careers in the fields of business, Allied Health, or technical training. Both Associate of Occupational Studies Degree Programs and Diploma Programs are offered. Choose a link below to learn more:

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