Registered Nurse (RN) in Colorado

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.

$74,722 CO Median Salary
6% Growth Rate
2–4 years Training

💰 Registered Nurse (RN) Salary in Colorado

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

Entry
$61,000
Median
$74,722
Experienced
$116,000

🎓 Registered Nurse (RN) Licensing in Colorado

Credential required: RN License (NCLEX-RN)

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

🏫 Registered Nurse (RN) Programs in Colorado

Community College
⭐ 90

Front Range Community College

📍 Westminster, CO

Colorado's largest community college system with campuses in Westminster, Fort Collins, and Longmont offering 90+ techni...

Nursing (RN/LPN/CNA)Dental HygieneMedical AssistingRadiologic TechnologyHVAC
Community College
⭐ 88

Pikes Peak State College

📍 Colorado Springs, CO

Colorado Springs area community college with 61 certificate and 45 associate programs serving 13,000+ students across mu...

Nursing (RN/CNA)Medical AssistingSurgical TechHVACElectrical
Community College
⭐ 87

Pueblo Community College

📍 Pueblo, CO

Southern Colorado community college with campuses in Pueblo, Fremont, and Durango; strong health professions and industr...

Nursing (RN/LPN/CNA)Dental HygieneRadiologic TechnologyMedical AssistingSurgical Tech

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