Nursing Salary

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Budget makeover: Saving your nurse’s salary

Terrific “bite-size” money saving tips so nurses can build that nest egg you well deserve!

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The best and worst states to be a psychiatric nurse in 2012

Where will you get paid more? Where are there jobs to be had? And where is the best standard of living? We narrow it down to two states where you should start your search.

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Nursing labor pool needs a shot in the arm

The writing is on the wall: We need more qualified nurses. In fact, by 2020 we’ll probably be short one million nurses. You read that right. Now see why!

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The best and worst states to be a CNA in 2012

So, which states should you set your sights on if you’re a CNA looking for a job and you have nothing holding you to any particular place?

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The best and worst states to be an RN in 2012

As an RN in the United States, here’s where you’ll fare best in terms of salary, job prospects and quality of living during this era of high job growth?

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Why you aren’t getting hired as a nurse

Stuck without a job? These tips can help you figure out why — and what to do about it.

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Geography and nursing salaries: Should you move?

As important as money is to our survival, many of us are reluctant to talk about how much we earn. But don’t be left in the dark! Here’s a rundown of nurse salaries for LVNs/LPNs and Registered Nurses. You might be surprised which cities compensate the best.

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Will nursing be the highest paid job of the future?

Wage trends? We’ve got ‘em here. And you’ll be pleasantly surprised at the results (maybe they’ll influence your choice of specialty, too!)….

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Thinking about retirement

I’m 24 and new on the job, yet they have me in retirement lectures already! But here’s what’s interesting: They tell me that I can retire a millionaire if I follow their instructions…

Top 10 best & worst states to be a LPN/LVN

Top 10 best & worst states to be a LPN/LVN

Who offers the best salaries? Where are the most job openings? Here’s the list of where you want to seek a better job…and maybe a better life.

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Nursing salary preview: What can RNs expect in 2012?

It’s important to remember that RN salaries are dependent on several factors, including location, nursing discipline, certifications and experience.

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Divvying up a nursing salary

As a nurse, you get paid relatively well, and your salary will keep going up as you stay in this profession. Here’s a snapshot of one income and how to both cover costs + save.

Nursing stats you’ve never heard of — until now!

Nursing stats you’ve never heard of — until now!

We were surprised and shocked by some of these interesting statistics and we’re left believing even more strongly than ever before about the importance of honoring and protecting nurses.

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Quiz: History of the nursing salary

How well do you know the history of nursing wages in America? Take our quiz and see how your salary stacks up against nurses and other professionals from decades past.

Nursing salary map: Coastal cities versus the Midwest

Nursing salary map: Coastal cities versus the Midwest

Ever wonder what your fellow nurses are making a few states over? Coastal cities consistently rank higher for mean nursing wages, but cost of living in these cities also takes more out of your pocket.