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EDUCATION OPTIONS:
- Associates of Science in Nursing (ASN) degrees typically take 2-3 years to complete
- Associates of Nursing may be a good fit for those that want a hands-on career
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree is a 4-year program
- Most BSN programs require students to acquire experience in clinical settings
- BSN degrees programs offer greater career flexibility
- BSN program graduates are required to pass regular licensing exams to obtain and retain their Registered Nurse (RN) status
- Master of Science in Nursing degree programs are typically a 2-year program
- Master's degree programs in nursing emphasize advanced nursing practices, management skills and areas of specialty
CAREERS & COMPENSATION:
- Salaries for Certified Nurse Assistants (CNA's) can range from $10,000-$30,000/year
- Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN's), Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN's), School Nurses and Nursing Unit Secretaries salaries range from $30,000-$50,000/year
- Case Managers, Clinical Nurses, Registered Nurses (RN's), Nurse Managers salaries range from $50,000-$80,000/year
- Head Nurses in the CCU, ICU, ER, OR, and Obstetrics can earn between $80,000-$100,000/year
- Nurse Anesthetists, Chief Nurse Anesthetists and Nursing Directors can earn well over $100,000/year
BENEFITS OF A CAREER IN NURSING:
- Nationally, degree requirements are similar state-to-state making nurses employable in any state
- Nurses perform a wide variety of duties throughout their day
- Nurses also work in a variety of settings like schools, private medical practices, hospitals, nursing care and research facilities
- Nursing careers pay quite well and your annual income can vary based on the number of shifts or hours you work
- One of the biggest personal benefits of a nursing career is helping people