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Nurses are in very high demand, especially registered nurses (RNs). Salaries depend on your level of education, employer, area of nursing, years of experience, and geographic location.
As a registered nurse, you can expect to earn approximately $15,000 more per year than licensed practical nurses (LPNs). Critical care and operating room nurses typically earn more than nurses in medicine/surgery or in emergency rooms.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the states with the highest annual mean wages for registered nurses in May 2007 were: California ($78,550), Massachusetts ($74,940), Hawaii ($74.220), New Jersey ($70,900), and Maryland ($70,480). RNs make more money in larger cities such as New York City, Los Angeles, and Chicago than in smaller or rural areas. Nurses in larger hospitals tend to earn more than their counterparts in smaller settings.
If you become certified in a nursing specialty, your salary will average nearly $10,000 more per year than nurses who are not certified. Among the nursing specialties that require master’s degrees, nurse anesthetists earn close to $20,000 more per year than nurse practitioners.
In addition to rising salaries and job security, nurses can expect good benefit packages, paid vacations and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and pension plans. Plus, because of the ongoing shortage of nurses, many hospitals offer recruitment incentives including signing bonuses, relocation and housing assistance, and day care.
As the population ages, demand for skilled nurses continues to increase, providing you with opportunities for a well paid, rewarding, and secure career.
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