As we have been mentioning recently on The College Network Blog, nursing is a secure and growing profession that is seeing more men take an interest in a field traditionally dominated by women. I found another article this week that confirms the trend.
Something interesting that I learned in this article is that almost half of male nurses go on to become CRNAs, or Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists. CRNA salaries are generally $160,000-180,00 annually. Stigmas about male nurses are evaporating as both nursing candidates and patients become acclimated to men in the nursing field. Trevor Potts, a nursing student, explains “There are always times when someone says, ‘Oh, another male nurse,’ but it’s usually a positive reaction or more of a surprise than a negative reaction.”
Gentlemen, don’t let opportunity pass you by! If you are thinking about becoming an RN, research The College Network!
According to
U.S. News and World Report, "Students graduating with a bachelor's degree in nursing entered the workforce to the tune of nearly $50,000 in 2011—the average starting salary for new grads was $48,100—making it one of the top-paying professions for new graduates outside of engineering and information technology." It's difficult to ignore a statistic like this, especially when nursing is a career field struggling to reach its recruitment numbers.
If you're an LPN making 18 dollars an hour (that's $37,000 dollars a year if you're working full time), the salary jump between degrees is enormous. Think about what you could do with over $10,000 more a year. If you got your RN license and worked for 30 years with it, you could possibly make over $300,000 more than you would if you were just an LPN.
When you do your research, you'll realize that there is a plethora of distance nursing programs available to choose from. What can The College Network offer that makes it unique? Partnerships with some of the nation's top universities; personal, friendly academic support; effective Comprehensive Learning Modules; etc.
To learn more about what TCN has to offer, visit our
web site.
During my usual morning routine while reading the news online, I came across this article that made me stop. Titled, "10 Hot Careers for 2012 - And Beyond," it takes a look at fields that are in need of more qualified employees. Not surprisingly, #2 on the list is healthcare professionals.
Take a look at this link.
As you can see, with an average salary of over $64,000 per year, the U.S. will be in need of 103,900 RNs PER YEAR. So for all you LPNs, LVNs, and Paramedics out there wanting to boost your career, receive a pay raise and a steady job, look no further than the advanced nursing education provided by
The College Network and leading universities. We can take you from your LPN/LVN/Paramedic to your associate degree in nursing or BS in Nursing degree and have you earn the RN money and stability you're looking for. Give us a call today!
Kevin Burton, Program Advisor, kburton@collegenetwork.com, 1-800-307-1006 Ext. 4734
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) that is. Do you have a nursing degree-perhaps an associates degree, but aren't really sure what your next move should be? If you're like many other nurses you probably love what you do, right? So, how can you stay in the nursing field, but also make a career change? It's simple, earn your bachelors degree in nursing and enjoy the opportunities that will come along with that.
By earning your bachelors degree in nursing you are putting yourself in a category of nursing that will earn a higher salary, have more responsibility and be exposed to more specialized work. Below is a chart indicating the average salary, broken down by years of experience, that nurses who have their BSN make annually.
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Some of the job opportunities available to BSN nurses are Clinical Nurse Manager, Nursing Director, Nurse Case Manager, Emergency Room RN, Operating Room RN and Nurse Educator. Nurses who have their bachelors degree typically have more job security due to their advanced education and knowledge.
At
The College Network we work with several top universities to offer convenient and affordable Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree programs. We have an
LPN to BSN program and an
RN to BSN program. With our self-paced programs, you can begin working towards your advanced degree with little interruption to your daily life. Most of our customers continue to work full-time, raise a family and still do all of the things the enjoy all while earning their degree.
If would like more information on our online Bachelor of Science in Nursing programs, give us a call today at
1-800-395-1014.
By now you have probably heard about the projections for growth in the nursing job market over the next several years. R.N. jobs are expected to grow by 22% by the year 2018 meaning there should be around 582,000 new nursing jobs between now and then. If you are a recent graduate from a nursing program or are preparing to graduate soon, there are many options for RN careers.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects growth for four different industries within the nursing field and they are as follows:
Offices of physicians 48%, Home health care services 33%, Nursing care facilities 25%, Hospitals, both public and private 17%.
Although hospitals are the largest industry in healthcare, the job growth is expected to slow down. The reason being is that more procedures are being done in doctor's offices and outpatient centers these days. The aging baby boomer generation will contribute to the need for more jobs in home health and nursing care facilities.
The average RN salary is around $62,000 annually, with the highest 10% earning more than $90,000 and the lowest 10% earning less than $42,000. A large factor that could affect the salary earned is the nursing school program that was completed by an individual. Those with Bachelor's and Master's degrees are likely to hold positions that have higher salaries.
Whether you've recently completed your nursing program or will be doing so in the near future, you are coming into the nursing job market at an opportune time. And, for those of you thinking of making a career change or about to enter a degree program, nursing is a great choice for a stable career.
According to an
article in the Akron Beacon Journal, Akron General Medical Center has announced that it is cutting 70 Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) positions, and filling the spots with Registered Nurses. All of the jobs that were lost were in inpatient care, which will now be exclusively staffed by RNs. There remain 82 LPNs on the Akron General Medical Center payroll, but all of them are in outpatient care and other areas. There are a total of 1,005 registered nurses working at the hospital, and more will be hired.
If you are a LPN in Ohio,
we can help! Becoming a RN is no longer just about increased salary and responsibility, it is about increased job security. Obtain a convenient RN License through an Associate Degree of Nursing or LPN to BS in Nursing online. In a rapidly changing job market that is leaving many LPNs unemployed, The College Network is stepping up to provide a convenient transition to RN status. Don't wait until it's too late---invest in your education and your career today!
Even in the midst of economic turmoil, nursing wages and job openings are increasing. Health care is extremely stable in the job field, according to a press release from
RegisteredNurseRn.com that was posted to
The Sacramento Bee. The increase in salary is significant: average hourly wage for registered nurses rose from $30.65 to $32.56, while average RN salaries increased from $63,750 to $67,720.
The release also states that according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there will be as many as 3,200,200 RNs by 2018, making nursing one of the fastest growing occupations. "Nursing is always in high demand, and the overall employment outlook is excellent, said Sarah Perry, a registered nurse and the administrator of
RegisteredNurseRn.com. "Even in a bad economy, people get sick and health care demands remain fairly consistent."
If you are considering the nursing field, these statistics should come as welcome news. The College Network offers online degrees from top universities, allowing you to obtain a convenient RN license. Our Distance Nursing Programs are suited to your schedule, so don't wait another day to start on the path to great salary and job security!
Bridge is defined as a connecting, transitional, or intermediate route or phase between two adjacent elements, activities, conditions, or the like. As an Appointment Coordinator, I have a lot of time to think about bridges and talk about them with people who need them. The College Network's bridge programs are a lot like bridges over rocky waters - once people start the voyage, they feel propelled forward and seldom look back.
In this case, the bridge is from LPN or LVN (Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse) to RN (Registered Nurse). A lot of LPNs and LVNs feel like they deserve to be on the other side, and are anxious to get on the bridge. They feel that they can do everything that RNs can, and often they
do perform many of the same tasks as RNs on a daily basis, but they lack the salary and job security that RNs have.
If you are standing on one side of the river and wondering what it would be like to become an RN, give us a call at The College Network today: 1-800-39-LEARN.
There is no time like the present, and why shouldn't you take on the responsibility, gain the job security, and earn the salary that you know you deserve? Whether it is the online LVN or LPN to BS in Nursing, or the Online LVN or LPN to AS in Nursing, we have an NLNAC Accredited program that is right for you. It's always taking the first step that's the hardest, but our friendly staff and Program Advisors are here to help, and we have one thing in mind at the end of the day: to see you cross that bridge and achieve success in your life and career. Get on the bridge, and you won't regret it.
It has taken me 20 years to become a Nurse. I finished high school in 1979 and was a CNA when I graduated. My teacher encouraged me to be a nurse due to my good grades/clincial in her class past two years of school.
Nursing class was full so I entered the ORT program and graduated. I got married had three children and could not go back to school until I was divorce in 1993. I got my CNA II in 1993, and my salary increased a little. My employer was always pushing me to go back to school, but I just had to find a way to make it happen. I worked hard being a single parent, but I knew I had to go on to school.
When my oldest child graduated in 1999, she said mommy you can get into school now. I started to school in 1999-2000 and in 2004, I was being pinned as a LPN graduate. WOW!!!
I said,"I'm finish now". But, I just could not stop. I still had others pushing me to go on to be an RN. In 2008, I graduated with an Associate Degree in Nursing (RN)working full time with a new grand baby joined my family all at home with me and one in college. GOD is GOOD!!!
Now, I'm thinking about or trying to make that BSN bridge to MSN. My granddaughter is now 10-years-old and still at home with mema. I LOVE NURSING!!!!
Name: Gloria Martin
From: North Carolina
2011 is going to be an awesome year. I intend to accomplish great things to move the organization and business intelligence forward. Just thinking about it gets me excited. But lets be honest, intentions will not yield results. All the intentions in the world will not get me to my destination. It takes more than intentions to get things done. Direction - not intention - is the path to accomplishment and results.
What are you seeking in 2011? Do you intend to have
- A salary increase
- Personal growth and satisfaction
- Job security
- Career advancement
- Improved customer/patient care
- An RN license
The College Network has provided hundreds of thousands of adults the direction to these destinations. The College Network is one of the nation's leading eLearning companies and a partner with some of the nation's foremost institutions of higher learning.
Give your New Year's resolution some direction. Request more information at:
www.collegenetwork.com/blog
$18,720. That's a strange way of starting a sentence; isn't it? What does $18,720 have to do with anything? It could be the price of a new car. Down payment on a new home. That deluxe home theater system with 60" LCD TV you've been dreaming of. What could that mean?
$18,720 is the first year increase in your salary if you go from LPN/LVN to RN. On average, RN's make $9.00 more per hour than an LPN/LVN! Over the course of 10 years that's $187,200 in your pocket!
Did you know that being a Registered Nurse is one of the most in demand jobs in the U.S.? Look at any Sunday jobs listing in your local news paper or go online to any job search site and type Registered Nurse; look at the sheer volume of openings available. Some of them even offer sign on bonuses to entice you to work for them!
How do you get there? Easy, invest in you. You decide to buckle down, enroll in an Associate of Science in Nursing degree program online or LVN to BSN program online. The College Network has made it more convenient and faster for you to get your RN while you continue to work. You can do most of your program from from the comfort of your own home. We have some of the most inexpensive nursing degrees available from leading universities that you can find anywhere and you get The College Network support the entire way. We are here to help you realize your dream.
Are you interested? Do you have plans for the extra $$ you will make when you complete an online nursing degree program? We can help get you there. Call me and I will show you how to achieve your dream.
$18,720. What are you prepared to do?
1-800-307-1006 ext 2649 or
lbowlin@collegenetwork.com
As a nurse, treating others is what you do. Why not treat yourself to more education and a higher salary? With our distance learning programs, you can maintain your current lifestyle while making your career all that you want it to be.
The College Network works with leading universities to allow you to earn your
RN license whether you're an LPN or a paramedic, obtain your
bachelor's degree, or earn a
master's degree through self-paced programs. Your degree will come from an accredited university.
The New Year is approaching, so treat yourself to something good this holiday season. Start your program and start seeing results in your career.
I am currently working on a project at The College Network which emphasizes our commitment to our customers' success. We offer an a plethora of courses for adults looking to continue their education.
Whether you are looking to earn a better salary by upgrading your EMT to RN (with the Online Paramedic to RN Program), RN to MSN, or even LVN to BSN programs with inexpensive nursing degrees from our partner universities. We also partner with leading universities to offer certificate programs such as: Project Management, Paralegal, or Lean Six Sigma Online.
With our programs you can earn online degrees and certificates from leading universities such as Regis University, Indiana State University, Purdue University, Boston University, and even eCornell.
But, The College Network support is what I am focusing on in this blog entry. Online classes can be daunting. You might start thinking: "How can I get help?" "How can I contact my peers?" "What if I am confused about a certain area of study?" The College Network has taken into account these aspects of online education, and we strive to make sure you know that online doesn't have to mean alone.
We have many systems in place to help ensure success. Online live chat with one of our specialists is just one way to get help. You may also contact us via telephone or email. We have specialists just waiting to help students having trouble. Being that we offer online courses, it is especially great that we have staff to make sure you are not alone in your studies. Online discussion boards are also in place to contact other students.
Remember, You Are Not Alone.
So don't be afraid to enroll in online education with the help of The College Network. We will be with you along every step of the way.
Margaret McGraw initially tried to go back to school to earn her RN several years ago. But, like so many working nurses, she couldn’t seem to find the balance between work, school, and home.
“I had young children at the time, and it didn’t seem to work trying to schedule classes around my work schedule and worrying about my kids at the same time. Something had to give, so I quit school to focus on work and family.”
Margaret continued her work as an LPN—still having a strong desire to complete her degree both for the salary increase and because it was something that she had always wanted to do.
Two years ago Margaret saw an ad for The College Network online and, having known people who used The College Network and were happy with the experience, she decided to try it as well.
“The children that I worried about taking care of the first time around were grown, so I only had my work to consider. I studied whenever I could find the time, even when I could hardly keep my eyes open. It was hard work, and I’m not sure I would have done it if I’d known how much work it was going to be, but I can say I’m very happy that I did. There was even one point when I thought I might not be able to do it, but I just kept pushing forward—believing in myself the whole time. The whole experience has been very positive for me.”
Part of what kept her going was The College Network staff. “They’ve always been so helpful in answering questions. Every time I call with something I need help with or have a question about, they’re always very patient and either get the answer for me or find someone else who can help. I believe I did a lot better with The College Network than I would have using a traditional school.”
So what does Margaret enjoy most about her new knowledge? “I work in mental health, and I enjoy being able to better understand my patients and what they’re going through. I understood the basics before, but now I’m learning the specifics of mental illnesses and it makes it easier to associate with my patients,” Margaret said. “In turn, this gives me more self-confidence to do a good job and be a better nurse, which to me is priceless.”
Not being fulfilled in your career can lead to problems that show up in other areas of your life. We spend the majority of our lives at work, and a significant amount of that time spent being unhappy can lead to a short temper away from work. Or it can result in a short wave of anxiety on Sunday night when you think of work on Monday morning. It manifests in a variety of ways, even if it’s just an overall feeling of exhaustion.
Certifications and degrees from The College Network's partner universities can counter the emptiness of being unfulfilled. There are a variety of options from Project Management Professional® preparation courses, LPN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing programs, and online paralegal certificate programs. A certification or degree provides achievement, recognition, and community. In effect, an overall feeling of serenity.
The designation change provided from a certification/degree is a reward for success. One example of a designation change that can be obtained through online classes for nursing is an LVN to RN program. The designation is more than just letters. It signifies to others that you can demonstrate the skills needed in that particular field. It is an achievement that you can proudly display in your home or office and on your resume.
According to the TechRepublic 2010 IT skills and Salary Report , the PMP Project Management Professional certification can lead to salary increases of 26 percent in the U.S. when compared to those without the certification. And according to PayScale.com, an LVN’s salary can increase as much as 27 percent to 29 percent when certified as a Registered Nurse. Salary is one type of recognition that an individual earns when they obtain a certification or degree.
One of the most valuable aspects is the community an individual belongs to once a certification and/or degree is obtained. The community can provide a wealth of resources: encouragement, career suggestions, access to jobs, and growth opportunities are just some of the things the community of an individual’s certification and degree can provide.
A certification/degree may be the answer to a feeling of lack of fulfillment. It provides achievement, recognition, and community.
A popular TV show has that title Who Wants to be a Millionaire and attracts a large TV audience weekly to see who will win. It is a game of chance. When you look up the definition of the word millionaire it describes it as somebody with a net worth or income more then 1 million dollars or another unit of currency. It is also described as a person of wealth, and wealth is often thought of as a person with net worth. Why am I talking about money?
The College Network is in the business of influencing a persons net worth by helping them achieve success in careers as a RN or BSN or MSN in nursing through education. The difference is nursing is not a game of chance. One of the primary roles of a nurse is to provide care and wellness to those who are sick, ill or on the way to recovery.
There is no greater net worth. The registered nurse job is the #1 occupation based on average annual salary. About $52,000+ according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
A person starting there nursing career early enough who works 20 years will earn over 1 million dollars. That is net worth without chance. There are not too many worthwhile careers that can boast that. A career as a register nurse is possible by using our online, inexpensive, courses.
Want to be a millionaire then call me today at 1/800-307-1006 ext 2604 to find out how? Ask for Hank...
Or email: hmosley@collegenetwork.com
LVN to BSN programs
RN to MSN bridge programs
LPN to RN programs
Accelerated RN-BSN
Good nursing schools
After you have successfully completed the courses needed to become an LPN or LVN, you may want to look into an RN nursing degree. The benefit to pursuing and completing an RN program is that you will have the ability to pursue additional courses that can earn you a BS or master of science (MS) degree as well as a higher salary.
The College Network can help you achieve those goals online.
Potential students can choose to pursue an RN through
online programs, campus-based programs, or a combination of both. You should know that most traditional campus-based programs have waiting lists around 2 years. Nursing education with no waiting list is in high demand. This has led to a significant increase in the number of students who opt to use online programs to obtain their RN nursing degrees.
Before you choose an online program, you will want to be sure that the online program that you apply for is regionally accredited. While national accreditation may sound better, its credits not widely accepted for transfer. The College Network offers programs that can be completed at NLNAC accredited schools.
In addition to the many different types of accreditation programs, there are also many educational path options. These include the Associate Degrees Nurse program and the Bachelor of Science Nurse program.
If you are looking to obtain a job as an RN in the health care industry, getting an accreditation which is not widely accepted could be detrimental to your career. A degree that is NLNAC accredited will make you more competitive in a job market where high skills and many opportunities for higher pay are readily available for those who are prepared.
Whether a nurse holds an LPN, RN or BSN, advancement is possible in the nursing field. In today's tough economy, many people are losing their jobs. One field has weathered the economic storm and continues to thrive: the nursing field. Hospitals, convalescent homes, doctors' offices and home health agencies continue to need and seek nurses every day.
LPNs may take advantage of the many jobs available by advancing to an RN degree. On average, many LPNs earn about $35,000 per year, but an RN averages a salary of about $55,000 per year. Nurses holding a BSN degree earn around $65,000 per year. Those holding an MS degree in nursing often make more.
Aside from the monetary gain available with career advancement, there are also many more diverse choices of career opportunities with each higher degree earned. With higher education levels come management opportunities. Nurses acquiring an MS degree often seek teaching opportunities at colleges and universities. Many nursing instructors enjoy their position and report that the several years spent in school was worth every minute for the rewards they receive from an enjoyable career.
Affordable nursing classes are becoming more plentiful each semester for those holding an LPN, RN or BSN. Nurses will easily be able to complete a higher degree while continuing their current job, thanks to the growth of online classes. Nurses holding an LPN, RN or BSN will enjoy the convenience of completing classes in the comfort of home through the internet. Life schedules and prior commitments may remain unchanged with online learning.
Affordable nursing courses from trusted schools are available through
The College Network. Nurses interested in bettering their career should check out
The College Network's nursing programs online.
Sit back, take a deep breath and reflect for a moment. Where do you want to be one year from today? In five years? How about ten years?
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