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| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 430 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 396 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 388 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 366 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 341 | 0.00% |
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $80,967 | $38.93 | +3.3% |
| 2024 | $78,405 | $37.69 | +1.3% |
| 2023 | $77,435 | $37.23 | +1.4% |
| 2022 | $76,363 | $36.71 | +1.9% |
| 2021 | $74,958 | $36.04 | +2.2% |
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 770 | 24% |
| 2 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 1,511 | 23% |
| 3 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 809 | 23% |
| 4 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 928 | 22% |
| 5 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 1,886 | 21% |
| 6 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 1,758 | 21% |
| 7 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 440 | 21% |
| 8 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 147 | 21% |
| 9 | Tennessee | 6,715,984 | 1,331 | 20% |
| 10 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 1,141 | 20% |
| 11 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 205 | 20% |
| 12 | Ohio | 11,658,609 | 2,239 | 19% |
| 13 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 1,940 | 19% |
| 14 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 318 | 19% |
| 15 | Alaska | 739,795 | 143 | 19% |
| 16 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 143 | 19% |
| 17 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 1,102 | 18% |
| 18 | South Carolina | 5,024,369 | 924 | 18% |
| 19 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 2,126 | 17% |
| 20 | Michigan | 9,962,311 | 1,715 | 17% |
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Duluth | 1 | 3% | $78,362 |
| 2 | Anderson | 1 | 2% | $62,639 |
| 3 | Albany | 1 | 1% | $75,153 |
| 4 | Apple Valley | 1 | 1% | $102,988 |
| 5 | Columbus | 1 | 1% | $76,369 |
| 6 | Lansing | 1 | 1% | $71,055 |
| 7 | Olathe | 1 | 1% | $60,658 |
| 8 | Victorville | 1 | 1% | $103,103 |
| 9 | Indianapolis | 1 | 0% | $62,223 |
| 10 | Riverside | 1 | 0% | $100,573 |
| 11 | Sacramento | 1 | 0% | $116,753 |
| 12 | San Bernardino | 1 | 0% | $101,174 |
| 13 | San Diego | 1 | 0% | $97,081 |
Texas A&M University - Central Texas
Morgan State University
Molloy College
The University of Alabama
Texas A&M University - Central Texas
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research And Clinical Nursing
Dawn Riess Ph.D., RN, ACUE: Nursing is difficult both physically and emotionally, but it is rewarding. Entry nurses may feel overwhelmed when they first enter the nursing field. I recommend you seek out a mentor and follow up with that person often. Texas Nursing Association (TNA) offers a mentoring program, I recommend you join that organization to help support you as you enter the nursing field. You will have good and bad days when you first begin your career. Having support in the unit you work in is important and usually, the organization has an internship program. You will have a direct impact on people's lives at the worst time in their lives. If someone is stressed, they may take that out on you but do not take it personally.
There are so many different avenues for entry-level nurses. If you don't want to work in the hospital setting, you can go into community health, clinics, outpatient rehab, home health, school nursing, informatics, and more. The flexibility offered in nursing is phenomenal. Your patients may not remember your name, but they will remember how you made them feel. Your impact on patient's lives is limitless. Nurses are present from birth to death and everything in between.
Dawn Riess Ph.D., RN, ACUE: Soft skills are extremely important in healthcare and employers are requiring a nurse force that can meet these expectations. The ability to talk to your patients and show empathy is vitally important. Working on nonverbal communication and making someone feel heard is extremely important. You will never know everything, but if you talk to your patients and convey a caring attitude, then you will be an effective nurse.
The ability to use electronic devices is important in the nursing field and may be a specialty available to experienced nurses (Informatic Nursing). Most areas in healthcare have electronic documentation and use multiple devices for patient care from a handheld device to a computer. The ability to set up devices that link to electronic health records is part of nursing care today.
Dawn Riess Ph.D., RN, ACUE: The nursing shortage is an ongoing issue. As the number of nurses decreases, the pay scale increases. Having a varied background in nursing care makes you more marketable. Know your worth by researching what nurses make in different fields and then voice your pay expectations. Advancement is possible in many areas of nursing care. The hospital setting is usually the highest paying employer, as that is where a large percentage of nurses are needed. Having a minimum of a bachelor's degree is required for ongoing advancement. Choosing a specialty (ICU, OR, ED, Cath lab, etc.) area in nursing will also increase your salary potential. Taking advantage of any certifications will also increase your salary and marketability.
Morgan State University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research And Clinical Nursing
Samantha Hickson: You can maximize your salary as a new nurse through continuing education. Whether
pursuing continuing nursing education credits, attending educational conferences, or
acquiring certifications, there are always ways to grow our knowledge base and
demonstrate to hiring managers just how valuable we are and what we can bring to the
position or organization. Hiring managers are more willing to pay you more when you
come to the table with more than the baseline qualifications. Plus, continuing your
education demonstrates your desire to grow professionally as a nurse and stay up-to-date
with the latest research for evidence-based practice.
Samantha Hickson: Be open to the endless possibilities and always remain look for opportunities to learn.
Learning does not end with nursing school. In fact, nursing school is only the beginning
of a career of lifelong learning. Therefore, as a new graduate nurse it is easy to quickly
feel like you do not know enough. Be willing to ask for help, learn, research, take your
time, and lean on others for support. The world of nursing has no boundaries and there
will always be something new to learn and add to your repertoire.
Samantha Hickson: Critical thinking is probably the most important skill that has become more prevalent in
nursing and will continue to be important in the next 3-5 years. Being a nurse requires
you to think about things in ways that you never would have before. Nothing about
nursing is task oriented, and as we shift more into a health care system that is more about
preventative care, health care professionals are relying heavily on nurses and the skillsets
we bring as we remain at the forefront of patient care. You have to be confident in your
knowledge and able to critically think through situations as nursing is coming with more
and more autonomy. Steadily, clinicians and other health care providers are seeing
exactly how valuable our wealth of knowledge is, and as nurses, we have a responsibility
to bring our voices to the table in a way that places our expertise at the forefront.
Molloy College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research And Clinical Nursing
Rose Schecter PhD, RN: New graduates should be open to the opportunities that present that are sought after AND those that just present themselves. Graduates should welcome offers of interviews in areas of nursing that perhaps were not first choices. New graduates should take part in continuing education courses if available to increase their skill set even before starting their first professional job. For example EKG testing and phlebotomy are skills one can learn prior to first positions. They will enhance the new graduate's resume.
Rose Schecter PhD, RN: New graduate will definitely be expected to have skill and comfort using computers and other technology. New graduates will also be expected to work collaboratively with other professionals. The graduates' interpersonal skills are also critical. The future is evolving and being prepared to work collaboratively, with other professionals, to care for and educate patients is where the future lies. Use of AI for diagnostic as well as treatment is likely to accelerate. Being able to utilize as well as critically evaluate will also be important.
Rose Schecter PhD, RN: Salaries for new graduates is fairly consistent across health care systems in a geographic region. Being willing to travel may result in a salary differential as will as working off shift. Increasing salary potential will most likely be a result of further education. Seeking a master's or DNP degree is likely the most important way to maximize salary potential.
Pawn Johnson-Hunter MS, RN, AGPCNP-BC, GERO- BC, CM/DN: A few ways to maximize earning potential as a new graduate nurse is through skillful negotiations and previous experience in healthcare, such as degree level, nurse externships, phlebotomy skills, or certifications. Many, if not all, employers appreciate that new graduates are equipped with clinical skills that are strongly recommended for the practice area. While many nurse certifications require experience, some are for entry-level, such as advanced life support (ACLS and PALS) and IV insertion. There are also some specialty practice certifications that new grads can obtain without years of experience; although they may recommend the experience at times, this is optional. All of this demonstrates the applicant's commitment to the profession and interest. Other ways are to work overtime hours, learn about clinical career ladders, or continue formal education.
Pawn Johnson-Hunter MS, RN, AGPCNP-BC, GERO- BC, CM/DN: The most beneficial advice for a new graduate nurse is to seek mentorship. Identifying an individual in the profession who has achieved what you are aspiring toward is essential. Network:
Seek individuals who are known as experts in their area of specialty and develop professional relationships.
Ask questions, never assume you're more capable than your current level of clinical experience, and never feel too embarrassed to report an error.
Utilize and seek out your organization's resources: unit-based preceptors, clinical nurse educators, and other experienced co-workers are an asset to professional development.
Practice the art of self-care; nursing is rewarding but can be emotionally taxing. Self-care can help to reduce exhaustion and burnout.
Lastly, when things get tough, always remember your why.
Pawn Johnson-Hunter MS, RN, AGPCNP-BC, GERO- BC, CM/DN: Changes to healthcare and its delivery are unfolding more vastly. Along with a solid clinical background, nurses will need to continue the development of soft skills, including communication, critical thinking, self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and leadership, to name a few. Nurses must also maintain their spirit of inquiry through knowledge acquisition. With the shift toward increasing nurse community health services and an increase in the complexities of patient physical and mental health, nurses must continue to educate themselves beyond an employer-required competency level. Nurses are at the forefront of clinical practice, leading the workforce as integral members engaged in the overall health and wellness of the community.
The University of Alabama
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research And Clinical Nursing
Dr. Michelle Cheshire: Nurses are in high demand and I do not see that changing in the next 10 years. Nursing salaries are at an all time high. To optimize you salary potential, being able to articulate your worth to an agency is critical. Salaries differ depending on what shift you are willing to work. If you are willing to work evenings or nights in high demand areas you will find that the salaries reflect that need.
Dr. Michelle Cheshire: As nursing education transitions to competency based education I believe that students will graduate from programs more "practice ready". I believe that in the next 3-5 years having strong leadership and delegation skills will be critical for nurses to optimize patient care outcomes. The healthcare team is interdisciplinary so delegation and leadership for fellow nurses is not the only skill you will need. You will need to be able to lead a healthcare team with members from other disciplines within the healthcare arena.
Dr. Michelle Cheshire: As nursing education transitions to competency based education I believe that students will graduate from programs more "practice ready". I believe that in the next 3-5 years having strong leadership and delegation skills will be critical for nurses to optimize patient care outcomes. The healthcare team is interdisciplinary so delegation and leadership for fellow nurses is not the only skill you will need. You will need to be able to lead a healthcare team with members from other disciplines within the healthcare arena.