How much should I be making as a nurse or nurse practitioner?
By: Sarah K. Wells MSN RN CEN CNL
To know whether you are making a fair wage as a nurse or nurse practitioner, it is important to be aware of average pay in your state.
How do I find that out?
Thankfully, there are companies and government agencies out there sharing this information!
RN’s look here >> RN Average Wage for All 50 States, 2023 - Becker’s Hospital Review
LPN’s + LVN’s look here >> Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses: Occupational Employment & Wages, May 2022 - US Bureau of Labor Statistics
NP’s look here >> Nurse Practitioners: Occupational Employment & Wages, May 2022 - US Bureau of Labor Statistics
How does your job stack up?
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About the Author: Sarah K. Wells, MSN, RN, CEN, CNL is an 11+ year nurse dedicated to helping nurses of all experience levels and specialties achieve success in their careers. Sarah founded New Thing Nurse to help provide support and guidance to the nursing community in a simple and direct format. Sarah’s vision is to foster a more supportive and fulfilled nursing world that spreads throughout healthcare and beyond.
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