In today’s day and age, nurses are in high demand. How can you be sure that you are earning the best nursing salary that you can get? Here are three tips to be sure you are making top dollar.
Consider More Education
If you do not have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing you should consider going back to school. Having a BSN designation is one of the best ways to ensure that you are earning the best salary that you can.
If you already have your BSN, acquiring an advanced nursing degree could send your salary soaring. Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) can see salaries that are much higher than BSNs. An advanced degree would also provide the opportunity to move into more lucrative specialties, including nurse-midwife and nurse-anesthetist.
Choose the RIght Employer
Be sure that you are working where nurses are valued, and that nursing salaries are viewed as the best way to hire and retain talent. If your employer does not value you enough to pay a good salary you should consider finding another opportunity.
Take On a Side Job
Explore the possibility of side jobs. Teaching or home care, as well as overtime or per diem work, can boost your take-home pay without going back to school.
Nursing is a career with unlimited opportunities. Be sure you are doing the most you can to take advantage of your earning potential.
