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5 Best States for Nursing Jobs
NursingLink.com and Careervoyages.gov
It’s no surprise that nurses are one of the most in demand professions. But some states have a much worse nursing shortage than others. If you are having trouble finding a job in your area, or you are just looking for a fresh start, these five states are estimated to offer the most job growth over the next decade. From sunny California to bustling New York, there is a nursing position for you waiting in one of these five great states.
(In alphabetical order)
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2brownies
over 4 years ago
2 comments
I am not at all surprised at the shortage in the Ohio area. First of all I am a Bachelor's prepared RN in Ohio and currently work in management after 10+ years in ER and floated PRN to other short areas such as PACU, Pain Mgt....Anyway employer's are not as loyal to nurse's as they want and expect nurse's to be with them. Incentive's have lessened, staffing is horrible, assignments almost unable to accomplish all while there is a lack of support from those that make the decisions. While increasing wages is wonderful and needed considering; other incentive's must also play a part, such as paid sick, bonus when working short staffed, rewards for those willing to commit--there are more incentive's to bring on new hires than given to those who have been loyal for years, which is why many seasoned nurse's leave not only experienced area's but the field as well. I believe that the profession of nursing has so much value and need and we are a profession that globaly care's for clients--however someone, somewhere in political and administrative heaven can't or won't recognize that although monetary incentives are great, but there are legalities to how nurse's should practice as set forth by the ONA and that when "we" feel our license's are at stake because of unsafe working environments, we should be listened to.
bandujar
over 4 years ago
2 comments
I strongly believe the task force should expand their search towards Puerto Rico nurses. The salary in Puerto Rico is still not up to par and there are alot of English speaking nurses. Nurses in Puerto Rico are taught to work in every department instead of being placed in one specific area. This technique works well due to the shortage of nurses. I will be graduating as an RN soon and I decided to study in Puerto Rico because its much cheaper than in the states, but the material is all the same and in English text. I am originally from Brooklyn,NY and I would return if the price is right because the cost of living in NYC is expensive.
cmckeag
over 4 years ago
18 comments
It takes more than an average hourly wage to entice workers. Think about climate, taxes, price of real estate, cost of living, etc. Once that figures in, it's hard to see how California and New York can be on top. I can make close to the same wage, and a home is a third of the cost. Of course, taxes are horrible.