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2010 Registered Nurse Salary Projections

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As health care continues to be a national focus and demand for health care workers skyrockets, registered nurses can expect to see their salaries, and other benefits, grow in 2010. More and more employers are offering sweet incentives such as sign-on bonuses, tuition reimbursement, and more flexible hours in order to entice nurses to work in their facilities. However, hiring trends will likely be slow in the initial months of 2010 until a health care bill is fully implemented; after that, hiring for nursing jobs is expected to pick up in a big way to meet ever-growing need.

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Overall job opportunities are expected to be excellent for registered nurses. Employers in some parts of the country and in certain employment settings report difficulty in attracting and retaining an adequate number of RNs, primarily because of an aging RN workforce and a lack of younger workers to fill positions.

Median 2009 Salary
$63,504

Projected 2010 Median Salary
With 4% Increase: $66,044
With a 3.8% Increase: $65,917
With a 2.7% Increase: $65,218
Projected Need, 2008 – 2018: 581,500

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lvn2rn2md

7 months ago

2 comments

I am an LVN and want RNs and LVNs to know there are great job opportunities in Texas. I moved here from another state where I could not make a living. The state supported schools are hiring in a big way. It is good work, hard work, but honest work with good nurses with big hearts. True team spirit! Rewarding work. Good money with lots of opportunities for upward progress. Benefits are great. Come on in, the water is fine!
swimmyfish01

8 months ago

2 comments

I am an RN with 12 years experience, prior HHA, CNA for 10 years. I have RN experience in Geriatrics, Case Manager, Dialysis, Pediatrics, and working with Mentally retarded, Handicapped individuals. I need a full time job now!! I live in upstate New York, 518-661-5119.
HeidiHo1912

8 months ago

2 comments

I am an LPN, I have 38 yrs. experince. I am presently dooin part time work in a doctors office of 5 physicians and 2 Nurse Practitioners. I would like a full time position in a Drs. Office. I need full time work, I have worked geriatrics 23 yrs. but no longer wish to do that kind of work. I have also done supervisory work, with 10 CNAs under me. Did that for 13 yrs. 719-252-5147
jodihecker

10 months ago

2 comments

I am an LPN with 30 yrs. experience. For the past 9 yrs. I have been the nurse manager in an ASC. Currently looking for a job in the Lanc., Pa. area.
jeannemh54

10 months ago

2 comments

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kcheartz

11 months ago

2 comments

I am a new grad LVN with only about six months experience. I have a per-diem job and a seasonal job, and am currently looking for a full-time position but nobody hires new grads!! EVERYBODY requires at least a year of experience, it's SO hard to find anything, it's such a catch 22!!!! How and where do I gain the experience if no one will hire new grads? If anyone has any suggestions they will be greatly appreciated!! Thanks everyone for your responses:)
joverton

12 months ago

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I have been an LPN for 19 years and currently am working PRN work for an agency. I need full time as I am a single parent. I have a broad range of experience from Med-Surg to Trachs / Vents. We are willing to relocate as long as relocation expenses are covered. At the end of this week, 6/1/12, I will complete a Medical Billing and Coding course so I understand ICD- 9 CM DX coding as well as CPt - 4 Coding. I am starting to prepare for my CPC exam.
PoohsRN69

about 1 year ago

4 comments

Hi...I am a diploma school of nursing graduate, living in New York state. I have been out of the work field for the past 7-8 years tending to medical issues with a family member. I have experience in OB/GYN, mostly Labor & Delivery/Post-partum, have OR experience (circulating and scrub) for C. sections. My last nursing experience has been in long-term care in management (unit manager/supervisor). I am looking to re-enter the nursing field on a per diem and/or part-time basis....however, if the right full-time position opened up I would consider it. Thank you for your time. Good luck to everyone.
redondomome

about 1 year ago

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I am an LPN in AZ, LOOKING for work!! I have experience working with Substance Abuse, and Children. I'm currently working as a substitute school nurse, but I need a regular schedule. Unfortunately prior to moving to AZ last May, I was off for 3 years - my son had several learning delays and many Dr. appts. Now that he's ready to start kindergarten I need to work! I'm not having any luck and getting really discouraged.
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about 1 year ago

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I am a CNA currently seeking employment. I also have the desire to become an LPN. Only up from here!!!
tanda82208

about 1 year ago

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Currently living and working in New York but moving to Florida very soon. I am an RN with 18 years of experience in Med/Surg and ICU and currently for a twenty site organization as a clinical nurse manager
lobsteroll60

about 1 year ago

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Relocating back "home" to Michigan from Maine. Specialty is OB and Surgical Services. Supervisor now but looking for ops in SE Michigan or Northern Michigan. Family of 5. Also looking in the Harrisburg PA area. Can start soon
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about 1 year ago

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