Thank you so much...I did the interview process from distance (Puerto Rico)...Even though I was a new graduate, I sold my resume: Residency HIV Clinic, Research, GPA and RN ICU/ER experience. I was offered $103,000 and I said: $109,000...I speak three languages and I would make a difference. I was finally offered $105,000.
Great video! Appreciate you dispelling the myths that an RN makes more or the same as an NP. If you are an NP and you make the same as you made when you were an RN then you are either a poor negotiator or sold yourself short or both. As an FNP in GEORGIA I make MORE than six figures BASE (that's not including bonuses and such) and that's in a state that traditionally pays less than others. I work 40hrs a week, M-F, 8-5pm and I get EVERY holiday off and 5 weeks PTO. There's not an RN in Georgia at ANY level that makes what I make. It annoys me to no end when I hear RNs say "I don't go to NP school cause I already make almost as much as an FNP does"....Pfft...uhm no you don't. When you hear nurse say they're making all this money they are working 36hrs + picking up extra shifts, PLUS working weekends with diff and nights to boot. Basically they are working their asses off just to come close to what I'm making while chillin for 40 hrs.
Georgia is one of the highest paying states for NPs. NP pay depends on area and market. The Southeast (except Georgia) pays low, as NPs can not practice independently there. PMHNPs are paid higher salaries, because they are in demand. New grad RNs in some of the best hospitals in NYC start at 85-90k a year, while NPs in a lot of states start at the same salary (I've seen some even lower). One of the biggest reasons for low NP pay is that NPs don't know how to or are scared to negotiate. EDIT: Georgia is now a saturated state for NP's, Especially FNP's, so the starting salaries are much lower (especially in Atlanata). Too many NP programs and not enough jobs. Also, too many young NP's who never worked as RN's. The NP profession will go byway of the lawyer and accountant profession, where those who go to top schools will be the only ones finding good jobs.
@@JoseHernandez-oo7ul 106 k is about enty level in my opinion. Why anyone would go to NP school to make under 100k seems like a waste of time/money. ER NP's, and certain specialty areas can make around 200 easily. CRNA's can make much closer to 300k. That's my experience in the 5 years as an NP.
Joe I’m a new grad nurse and will eventually go after my NP. I also live in Georgia but I’m hearing from current co-workers that have their NP that what they are offered is the same as a traveler nurse entry level.
Congrats to you. I like to see fellow black people who enjoy a 100k+ income. I'm assuming you and your husband combined are well over that and it's nice how life in America changes when your not living paycheck to paycheck or even month to month. I'm very happy for you and your family :)
It's nice to see people doing well. Too much judgment and negativity out there. We are all a work in progress. Positive vibes to you and your family. Peace and light.
Even low 100's is low... you're right, big factor is location. Nurse Practitioner here in Boston start at 140k. But again even that is negotiable, you can negotiate past 150k if you know your stuff.
Peace be to you Nurse Lada! You have such a wonderfully positive attitude! I'm a new subscriber! I have been working as a medically licensed Physician Assistant in Washington, DC and enjoy working with DNP s , MD s, and RN s. What you said about money is right on point! God bless you! Peace, Omar " Dr.O the PA Pro " Abdul-Malik DHEd, MPAS, PA-C, CHES
Excellent presentation. You have provided accurate and valuable information. Here in South Florida we recommend to start negotiating salaries at no less than 100K and specially to educate the medical community the real value of a nurse practitioner. Thank you for your clear directions.
A registered nurse that makes more than their NP job was probably killing themselves because floor nursing is tough physically and mentally. I'm a new NP and I wouldn't change it for anything in the world and like you my salary more than doubled not to mention it's a FQHC with a score of 22 & a sign on bonus with other great incentives. I'm no overtime girl either.
I’m lucky to be working at a hospital that provides incredible differential incentives. On top of the base salary they provide $6/hr ICU diff, $3/hr nights shift, $2/hr CCRN, $1.5 /hr weekends, x1.5/hr base salary for OT/Holidays and when they are really desperate they give out additional $15/hr additional on top of everything previously stated. Add this to my agency job where I work once a week, my W2 is always over $100k but the number of days I work per month is between 18-20 out of the 30 days. I almost don’t know what to do on my days off lol I once did 28 nights straight, day off, then another 16 nights when I needed to save money to renovate 2 bathrooms, the pool and the kitchen. Didn’t want to pull out a loan. Lucky for me I was still breathing after that stretch
If you don’t mind me asking, how much on average does a first year NP at your clinic in your area would make? I see a lot of large numbers tossed around but, I’d like to know what an entry level NP makes!
Oh what an awesome video. I have had coworkers tell me I was wasting my time pursuing advanced practice due to the salaries. But you are so right many RNs work a lot of overtime and have a second job because they live above their means or just love money till the point family and hobbies are no longer appreciated. My time is valuable. I enjoy smelling the roses not passing them by. Yes, salaries for NPs are steadily increasing and I am excited about it. Thank you for continuing to share your knowledge and great advice. You are the bomb, Lada :-)
Another point is also what you need to bring home. I think about the fact that I will bring home approximately 75% of salary after taxes. For example if my base pay is 85000, I am actually bringing home approximately 63,750 a year. So I think about what I want to bring home and I raise what I will ask for to get what I want to actually bring home. Example If I want to bring home near 85000, I will negotiate for approximately 113,500 - 120000 and negotiate from there. I have a high amount and a lower amount that I work from. Hope this make sense
NP salary definitely depends on your specialty and where you are willing to go (e.g. underserved rural populations, trauma centers, etc). There's so many variables that affect salary, but ultimately I think the most important thing is pursuing the type of work that you want to do, with the population you want to serve, and not pursuing the salary. I currently work as an OR nurse at a trauma level 1 hospital, and can say there are ample opportunities to take call or work extra shifts (which sometimes come with incentive bonuses)... You can make around what an NP makes, but it usually means working ~60 hours a week. You have to take a step back and ask yourself if it's really worth it in terms of a healthy life-work balance. The only reason I work those extra hours is so I can save up some cash to help pay for my DNP program! Really looking forward to the day when I'm no longer working 60 hour weeks.
As RNs,most of my friends made $55k a year and now as an NPs, they make around 95k-105k so it’s definitely around a 50k raise so it’s crazy how some people make less.
New subbie! I'm currently a staff nurse at a hospital in NJ. I graduated with my BSN in 2012 and I've been doing research on different grad programs and I can say this video has helped a lot. Thanks!
I practiced as an ED/ICU RN in Northeast. I had eight years of experience and worked three, 12 hour shifts per week. I made $81,500 in 2014. As an FNP, with one year of experience, I made 102,000 last year working full-time.
mujjuman. I made $101,500 last year working home health as a RN while working 60-72 hours/week in Dallas, Texas. I was lucky enough to make lots of overtime. This year is going the same way. I’m in my first year as a student FNP.
Being black matters.... why? I don’t comment that I’m from a single mom, never met my dad, been homeless white guy? Everyone lookin for a sympathy card. So much for white privilege right? Come on. Be the best you can be, regardless of color.
Joshua Hilton he didn't say he was a black male for sympathy. In our community, nursing is still largely viewed as a "woman's job", or a "gay man's job". He said it for perspective... as a black man talking to a black woman in a field where black people are still fightingthrough certain boundaries and such. In other words, he wasn't talking to YOU, as YOUR experience or vantage point in this field would not be the same as HIS. Try to think outside of sympathy and woe next time someone mentions their race. They might just be speaking in terms of perspective, as it does matter for black men and women while choosing careers.
Joshua Hilton he also said that because representation matters. He made note that he saw someone who looks like him making it in a society that has historically oppressed blacks. This is not to discredit other struggles as well. I’m not coming at you and honestly with all due respect but you’re the only one who seems to be concerned with playing the sympathy card.
Hi, I'm so happy found this and subscribed, I start my FNP program at South University in Tampa, FL on Oct 5th. I am quit the opposite, I love to work overtime. I currently work Trauma/Neuro ICU and average 60 hours a week, work nights and they offer bonuses when you pick up extra shifts on top of time and a half. What your saying is absolutely correct, right now just as an ICU nurse working overtime , I make around 90-100k a year. But i'm also aware that I currently work hourly and that will change to salary. With that being said , for me increase in pay will heavily depend on LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. If you don't already know Florida is behind on everything including pay, in order for me to see increase in pay, I will have to relocate.
Love, love, love how you didn't just say to do "research" but actually provided a source and physical proof to where you can find the information! Thanks for the video!!
When I’m done with FNP I’m only negotiating $100k and above. Just like you I don’t want to work nights and over time if I can work my normal 40hrs a week with weekends off and still make $100k and above that’s where I want to be
Your freakin home is beautiful. I'm in the DMV area I'm going to practitioner school and I have no loans (thanks to the military) however I make a great deal of money in my field and she's right you work hard don't let allow no person low ball you in your profession trust me they offer more and your in demand
These videos are great! Im currently enrolled in Nursing school and my end goal is to become a NP. I love helping people and this career seems amazing to me. Out here in CA nurses are making 100k-120k+ easy and NPs make 140k-150k+ starting at a busy hospital. Ive worked with nurses, PAs, and NPs (when I was a personal trainer) and these jobs are tough but you are compensated very well👍
This was a good video. The fact is you should work smarter not harder if you have to make the salary you want based on overtime that might be counterproductive. Overtime and bonuses can come and go at any point and time and certainly hospitals are looking at ways to pay less money. Get your money up front and don't accept less than you think you deserve.
Thank you sweetie. I really appreciate this. You don't know how much you have motivated me to continue on in the nurse practitioner program. I am near the end of the program and all this time I have been depressed about starting it in the first place simply because I have heard that NP do not make much money and that I am going deeper into student loan debt. This video really changed my mind and now I can breath a sigh of relief. I am very motivated now to finish my program. Thank you and keep on doing more videos like this, you really make a difference in someone's life. Have a blessed day. God bless!
Awwww! You're welcome! So happy to help. Best decision EVER!!!! You will not regret going to NP school, and don't forget about loan repayment!!!! You can get the loans paid off. Good luck 😘
Ariel! I graduated in May 2016. I'm super discouraged with the loans... I attended a very prestigious, expensive school and graduated with 230K of loans. I looked into the federal loan repayments and it's not as clear cut as everyone makes it seem! I'm at a point where I have little kids at home and just need to do the bare minimum loan wise in order to be home as much as possible the next 3 years, once my girls are in school then i'll start working full time and look more into the loan repayment places since I'll feel better equipped to work a full time position without offsetting my child care cost so drastically. It's all a mess!
Nurse Lada Hi I'm interested in videos on how to get student loans paid back. This would be so helpful. I'm a new subscriber and I'm so motivated by you. Thank you!!
Negotiating skills are definitely my weak point! I have been fortunate to continually get raises since starting as a NP in 2007 but I did make the choice to do night shifts on the 7 on 7 off schedule which isn't as desirable! Thankful for a good career and can't wait to see what I'll be doing 5 years from now.
@@aacc2216 it depends on which school you pick. Some require a year of experience. While others don't have a specific time or any experience. But when you break it down, there's a gap between finishing nursing school, taking your NCLEX, actually starting working, applying to NP schools and starting that (because some schools only admit once a year). It's a few months of a process
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experiences as a FNP with us. I'm in my first semester of my FNP program and I'm constantly second guessing if I made the right decision. Your advice really helps.
You're welcome! A baby NP student! ❤️ Second guessing is normal. I did it throughout the entire program AND the first year of practice. Lol. Totally normal😉
Thank you for sharing so much. I just found your channel today and I'm not sure what I want to do as a single mom, but I know I want to work in healthcare/science. I'm trying to finish school and live in N.Va and I've been dealing with a lack of motivation. Thank you for sharing your life's ups and downs, it's inspiring when someone of us want to give up.
+MsClark2009 Hello there! I'm working on more motivational videos. So happy to hear this one helped. We all have days when we are just "over it" but the most important thing is that we carry on. Successful people do what they have to do, even on days they don't really want to. Get excited about your future. Visualize it. Good luck💖
Do what you are passionate about and find a way to make money from it. Yes, it cannot be all about the money but you have to live. Work to live but don't live to work.
I really appreciate your clarity and honesty on this matter. It is refreshing to hear you speak on a matter that we as a profession should have more confidence discussing. The NP job requires great responsibility and education. We should not be ashamed of the fact that the NP should be compensated for the expertise the position requires.Thank you.
Hey nurse Lada I've been watching your videos and I'm so inspired by you. I'm 17 years old and my goal is to become a nurse practitioner. You've really helped me in trying to figure out what steps I should take to reach my goal. Also I'm a new subscriber :)
Hi Nurse Lada. I just found your channel and you are an inspiration. I am a nurse in the DC, MD and VA area. I am currently in my NP program (AGAC) with only 5 quarters to go...YAY!! I wanted to know if you had any issues obtaining preceptors in the area. I start clinical in Feb and just was interested in what your experience was. Love that you are keeping it real. Blessings!
Completely agree with the things you have said in this video. This video has amazing content and is encouraging to anyone who desires to make a good salary within a nursing career.
thank you for the information. my lifestyle is very similar to yours..I do not work overtime as an RN and I find many nurses that say they make more than NPs typically work more than 40 hours a week and/or two jobs.
JuanJoT$ hi! Why did u choose to go the psych route instead of FNP route? Also money wise, is it the same? More or less? Please feel free to inbox me if u feel more comfortable doing so. I'll really appreciate hearing from you
Good choice! I get emails from recruiters looking for psych NPs all the time...and let me just say Psych NPs make bank. Almost makes me want to go get a post graduate certificate for Psych NP lol, problem is I would enjoy it lol. Based on my experience in seeing all the different NP salaries I'd say that Psych NPs probably are second in salaries right after CRNAs.
DithsHauteSpot Right now, Psych NPs (or PMHNP) are the second highest paid NPs, because the market is not saturated. But it is not for everyone! It also depends on what state you live in.
I love your video and your deal breaker in salary. I am a new graduate in engineering field; and I was offered a job as a contractor with a salary of $15/hour. I said to them no.
+Lovely Green Sky Hello there! Congrats on your recent graduation! Know your stuff before the interview. I wish you luck on your search for a job - you have to find something you will be happy with. Do your research 😉
Thank you for this video! It was very helpful. My bachelor is not in nursing, but I am considering getting a master in nursing. I am considering becoming a pediatric nurse practitioner.
How old were you when you became an np if you don’t mind telling me? Do you have to have experience before or can you just work part time during np school? Lastly, what’s your specialty?
omg.. loved your video. im currently finishing school as an lpn in florida. My goal is to become an NP and moved back to Maryland. I have a few years but you have inspired me.. thank you so much
I'm only 13, but when I grow up I'd really like to be a Physiatric nurse practitioner . Your videos are honestly the most helpful things and they help me so much when it comes to what to expect :)
I remember being an RN working 2 jobs where I live and still not making what I made my first year as a nurse practitioner. It is very possible for an RN make as much as most NP's if that person is willing to work an insane amount of overtime and float. Even that is becoming difficult to do these days because most facilities are having a hard time keeping the doors open, and the last thing employers are wanting to do is pay overtime. I say this bearing in mind that my state as a whole is mostly rural and underserved.
I'm glad she uploaded this. When I ask people about salary in regards to NP don't tell me "it's not about money. It's about caring for people" or something like that. I'm not going to pay more money and go into further debt so I can make the same money. That's stupid. I also find it ridiculous if people are going to shame anyone for wanting to advance their careers and skills as well as their salaries.
Can you discuss what a day in the life as an FNP is? Or do you have that video already? Do you work 5 days a week? How long are the shifts? And you're right! money is ALWAYS a factor! Your bills/loan do not care to hear about your passion. I'll never accept anything less than 100k as a starting rate when I do become an NP.
Nurses are scholars as well as practitioners Going to graduate school is an important choice. An additional factor is where you went to school to obtain the credential as an NP (and now DNP).This is very important. All schools are NOT equal. Rankings matter as they reflect quality in education. Certification alone isn't enough to factor in. Employment opportunities and offers are substantially more to those that go to ranked universities from reputable programs. Those who attend proprietary online programs don't fair as well. In addition, my students who are CRNA's make way upward of 180-250K and up. Where you attend really does make a significant difference. - CEK PhD, RN, FAAN, FACSM
This is truly an amazing and educational video. I’m so excited to continue my education in the nursing field. And you are absolutely right about researching and being prepared before an interview. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
The situation for many NPs in some states (Arizona) is that they are salaries at 90,000 a year but expected to work 8a-5p M-F (44 hours a week) plus CALL plus CHARTING. The other issue here is that NPs very often aren’t given PTO, CME or even health insurance. Based on that, in Arizona, a LOT of RNs will make more as an RN per HOUR than they will as an NP.
Love this! Love the idea of researching salaries in your area and going in armed with this information when it's time to negotiate. Also, NPs should remember that when you start accepting low ball offers in your area then you're only driving down the average salary in your area. Thanks for the video. Gorgeous house btw :D
You’re right not everyone is that nurse that works works works and works and then works lol and it shouldn’t be like that because everyone is replaceable. Also when transitioning from RN to FNP the years of RN experience makes a difference whether 100k is a low or high offer. A new nurse who gets her BSN and goes straight for her MSN FNP And is done in 2 or 3 years will see 95k or even 80k as a lot of money and it is when they take those offers that salaries drop in certain areas. Even as an Rn one should never take the initial offer there is always room for more unless you’re a new grad with absolutely no medical field experience of course. When I transitioned from RN to FNP I was making 92k yearly working 3 12hour daytime shifts with 16 years experience and multiple specialty certifications. My FNP salary goal was 100k based on my areas salary provided by the Labor and statistics website and I seriously considered a job offer for 95k because of all the benefits they offered including a loan repayment option but ultimately accepted a separate offer for 115k+ mon through Friday holidays off plus benefits. For me 92k as an RN after 16 years experience was reaching the end of my bracket considering my area (every region every state every specialty is different) and one thing to remember is that even starting at 95k as a new FNP with NO experience is exactly THAT a STARTING pay. You can only grow from there. It took me 16 years as an RN to reach 92k and in contrast it took me getting my MSN FNP to be offered 115k therefore I agree no RN makes the same as an FNP without working themselves to death.
I always had an idea to write a book called "My First Year as A Nurse." I am inspired by your blog, that I can across by accident, and I think it would be interesting to put together a complication of stories from nurses about their experiences in their first year. It would also be interesting to see guests on your blog who talk about specific topics in nursing and healthcare. (Meanwhile this is the first vlog I am watching so there may be more topics that incorporate guests). You have a fan though in Phx, AZ.
The only instances I have heard where someone actually took a pay cut when becoming a NP is when the nurse has been working as an RN for so long that they are at the top of the pay scale. RNs who stay in their role for many years will eventually make quite a bit, but the salary for a senior nurse will surpass that of a new NP.
Research, research, research! Be sure to focus on the career that will make you happy to go to work. At first, I was going to go to school for the CRNA but when I really thought about it working in family practice was more my cup of tea. I need interaction. I am obviously a social butterfly so putting people under every day would probably bore me. The next person may love it! It just depends on you. Good luck on making your decision. Let me know what you choose!
Brizeida Ramos pa isn't really worth it when you can do np and write ur own scripts and practice on your own in a lot of states. Pa can write scripts but can't work alone
Very informative video. Thank you. This is exactly what I came up against with salary. As a RN, I worked a normal "schedule"...I also like to have a life and did not believe sacrificing life for extra money was worth it. In my area, the NP salary range is 85-95,000 for new grads. Some nurses have said, "well that is stupid, I make that as an RN". Yes, but you work 6 days a week or 5 12 hour shifts or off shifts or whatever. I just graduated April 28th and will be taking my boards in june. I have decided that I am ok with that range for my first year or two as I get my footing as an NP, it is also a decent salary increase so we certainly will not suffer financially.
Hi there! Great video! I am at the beginning of my nursing school journey with NP as my ultimate goal. My question is have you heard about a timeline for when they will require a doctorate degree for NP? I was hoping to stop at my masters level but think that at this point I may have to complete the doctorate. Thank you!
Hey. Just asking on behalf of someone. Can someone who scored a D total grade (weak) in High School in a foreign country and has a diploma in accounts and finance be allowed to do CNA? Can the person be allowed to advance to higher levels of nursing?
Nurse Lada! I will be graduating from NP school in 5 weeks. Do the salary averages include bonuses? Most practices in my area give their providers quarterly bonuses. Some are based on your productivity, some practices are private and base their bonuses on profit. So if a practice offers in the 70s or 80s, and you will be getting about 15-20,000 in bonuses in a year, is this a decent offer? I just don't know how to interpret the averages
Hello there! Of course all practices are different. I totally forgot to mention the bonuses! That is ADDITIONAL money. Around $25,000+ per year if you hit the marks. That is in addition to the BEGINNING salary of $95 - 100,000. So I would still consider the $70 - $80 offer on the lower side, BUT it depends on where you live. Is that the going rate in your area?
Pedro Hernandez Hello! Of course. Go for what interests you. There are nurses who choose the PA route and do great. I wish well in all of your future endeavors❤️
Thank you so much for doing these videos! I'm a pre nursing student and I plan on getting my doctorate in nursing to become a geriatric nurse practitioner! These are extremely helpful!
Hello Nurse Lada! I'm a single parent of 5 and have been juggling whether to go to nursing school or complete a masters in something I'm really not interested in...you have helped shed light on the importance of living your passion. Do you consult?
I really want to become an fnp with hopes to go into aesthetics & open my own practice with another np (sister in law). Not sure if it’s a possibility but def doesn’t hurt to dream. Hopefully it’s a possibility. Not sure how much I’ll really bring home owning my own practice but hopefully after a while it will be worthwhile.
Thank you so much as well on your clear approach to educate those who are on their way to NP school or who already are practicing. I find that Glassdoor and LinkedIn also have some great information on salary by company and area. Here I'm San Francisco average pay is $155,849 and even that is negotiable.
Thank you so much...I did the interview process from distance (Puerto Rico)...Even though I was a new graduate, I sold my resume: Residency HIV Clinic, Research, GPA and RN ICU/ER experience. I was offered $103,000 and I said: $109,000...I speak three languages and I would make a difference. I was finally offered $105,000.
That's awesome! It's great that you know your worth and negotiated.
Hi, im from Puerto Rico also, I moved to FL in 2013, I will be done with my FNP this november. where are you located that they offered you 105? thanks
Leslie Rosado now that's how you negotiate! Well done!
jayvone severin RIGHT! lol ! I'm trying to be like them when I grow up LOL
Congrats, that’s awesome!!!!!
Great video! Appreciate you dispelling the myths that an RN makes more or the same as an NP. If you are an NP and you make the same as you made when you were an RN then you are either a poor negotiator or sold yourself short or both. As an FNP in GEORGIA I make MORE than six figures BASE (that's not including bonuses and such) and that's in a state that traditionally pays less than others. I work 40hrs a week, M-F, 8-5pm and I get EVERY holiday off and 5 weeks PTO. There's not an RN in Georgia at ANY level that makes what I make. It annoys me to no end when I hear RNs say "I don't go to NP school cause I already make almost as much as an FNP does"....Pfft...uhm no you don't. When you hear nurse say they're making all this money they are working 36hrs + picking up extra shifts, PLUS working weekends with diff and nights to boot. Basically they are working their asses off just to come close to what I'm making while chillin for 40 hrs.
Georgia is one of the highest paying states for NPs. NP pay depends on area and market. The Southeast (except Georgia) pays low, as NPs can not practice independently there. PMHNPs are paid higher salaries, because they are in demand. New grad RNs in some of the best hospitals in NYC start at 85-90k a year, while NPs in a lot of states start at the same salary (I've seen some even lower). One of the biggest reasons for low NP pay is that NPs don't know how to or are scared to negotiate.
EDIT: Georgia is now a saturated state for NP's, Especially FNP's, so the starting salaries are much lower (especially in Atlanata). Too many NP programs and not enough jobs. Also, too many young NP's who never worked as RN's. The NP profession will go byway of the lawyer and accountant profession, where those who go to top schools will be the only ones finding good jobs.
Drop a number though just curious as to what a salary can look like. Most I’ve heard is $200k as a Crna but fnp $106k
I concur!!
@@JoseHernandez-oo7ul 106 k is about enty level in my opinion. Why anyone would go to NP school to make under 100k seems like a waste of time/money. ER NP's, and certain specialty areas can make around 200 easily. CRNA's can make much closer to 300k. That's my experience in the 5 years as an NP.
Joe I’m a new grad nurse and will eventually go after my NP. I also live in Georgia but I’m hearing from current co-workers that have their NP that what they are offered is the same as a traveler nurse entry level.
Congrats to you. I like to see fellow black people who enjoy a 100k+ income. I'm assuming you and your husband combined are well over that and it's nice how life in America changes when your not living paycheck to paycheck or even month to month. I'm very happy for you and your family :)
Paul Bryant This!!!!
love ur comment!!
Thank you Paul😉
It's nice to see people doing well. Too much judgment and negativity out there. We are all a work in progress. Positive vibes to you and your family. Peace and light.
i would like to see white people enjoy 100k+
Even low 100's is low... you're right, big factor is location. Nurse Practitioner here in Boston start at 140k. But again even that is negotiable, you can negotiate past 150k if you know your stuff.
Phellip Fonseca I guarantee that cost of living is much higher where you are apparently
Peace be to you Nurse Lada! You have such a wonderfully positive attitude! I'm a new subscriber! I have been working as a medically licensed Physician Assistant in Washington, DC and enjoy working with DNP s , MD s, and RN s. What you said about money is right on point! God bless you! Peace, Omar " Dr.O the PA Pro " Abdul-Malik DHEd, MPAS, PA-C, CHES
HI! Thank you so much Dr, O!!!!
i see your comments on alot of videos
Currently in Nursing School for my BSN, watching people like you motivate me🤗 And you live in the DMV area (Let’s Network)
Excellent presentation. You have provided accurate and valuable information. Here in South Florida we recommend to start negotiating salaries at no less than 100K and specially to educate the medical community the real value of a nurse practitioner. Thank you for your clear directions.
Awwww! I appreciate your kind words! Made my day ✨
Thank you😊
A registered nurse that makes more than their NP job was probably killing themselves because floor nursing is tough physically and mentally. I'm a new NP and I wouldn't change it for anything in the world and like you my salary more than doubled not to mention it's a FQHC with a score of 22 & a sign on bonus with other great incentives. I'm no overtime girl either.
Yep! I didn't even mention the bonuses we get connected to meaningful use. Increases salary even more! Lol.
G-N-V family of 3 is it common to work overtime as a nurse ?
I’m lucky to be working at a hospital that provides incredible differential incentives. On top of the base salary they provide $6/hr ICU diff, $3/hr nights shift, $2/hr CCRN, $1.5 /hr weekends, x1.5/hr base salary for OT/Holidays and when they are really desperate they give out additional $15/hr additional on top of everything previously stated.
Add this to my agency job where I work once a week, my W2 is always over $100k but the number of days I work per month is between 18-20 out of the 30 days. I almost don’t know what to do on my days off lol
I once did 28 nights straight, day off, then another 16 nights when I needed to save money to renovate 2 bathrooms, the pool and the kitchen. Didn’t want to pull out a loan. Lucky for me I was still breathing after that stretch
If you don’t mind me asking, how much on average does a first year NP at your clinic in your area would make? I see a lot of large numbers tossed around but, I’d like to know what an entry level NP makes!
Oh what an awesome video. I have had coworkers tell me I was wasting my time pursuing advanced practice due to the salaries. But you are so right many RNs work a lot of overtime and have a second job because they live above their means or just love money till the point family and hobbies are no longer appreciated. My time is valuable. I enjoy smelling the roses not passing them by. Yes, salaries for NPs are steadily increasing and I am excited about it. Thank you for continuing to share your knowledge and great advice. You are the bomb, Lada :-)
+LA TESHIA HENDERSON Thank yooooooooou! 😘
Another point is also what you need to bring home. I think about the fact that I will bring home approximately 75% of salary after taxes. For example if my base pay is 85000, I am actually bringing home approximately 63,750 a year. So I think about what I want to bring home and I raise what I will ask for to get what I want to actually bring home. Example If I want to bring home near 85000, I will negotiate for approximately 113,500 - 120000 and negotiate from there. I have a high amount and a lower amount that I work from. Hope this make sense
Great point! Thanks Yolanda! ☺️
Are you NP Yolanda? That’s a very good salary. Prospect here
Maybe you need a good accountant
NP salary definitely depends on your specialty and where you are willing to go (e.g. underserved rural populations, trauma centers, etc). There's so many variables that affect salary, but ultimately I think the most important thing is pursuing the type of work that you want to do, with the population you want to serve, and not pursuing the salary. I currently work as an OR nurse at a trauma level 1 hospital, and can say there are ample opportunities to take call or work extra shifts (which sometimes come with incentive bonuses)... You can make around what an NP makes, but it usually means working ~60 hours a week. You have to take a step back and ask yourself if it's really worth it in terms of a healthy life-work balance. The only reason I work those extra hours is so I can save up some cash to help pay for my DNP program! Really looking forward to the day when I'm no longer working 60 hour weeks.
As RNs,most of my friends made $55k a year and now as an NPs, they make around 95k-105k so it’s definitely around a 50k raise so it’s crazy how some people make less.
New subbie! I'm currently a staff nurse at a hospital in NJ. I graduated with my BSN in 2012 and I've been doing research on different grad programs and I can say this video has helped a lot. Thanks!
Thanks Britt!
I practiced as an ED/ICU RN in Northeast. I had eight years of experience and worked three, 12 hour shifts per week. I made $81,500 in 2014. As an FNP, with one year of experience, I made 102,000 last year working full-time.
Joe Campbell I make about 94000 as a BSN RN with three years experience
MsLisalisa24 where do you work and what's your specialty? I'm starting nursing school and I'm interested
MsLisalisa24. What’s your hourly rate and how many hours/week?
mujjuman. I made $101,500 last year working home health as a RN while working 60-72 hours/week in Dallas, Texas. I was lucky enough to make lots of overtime. This year is going the same way. I’m in my first year as a student FNP.
Thanks for making the video.i am a black male considering becoming a Nurse 👨⚕️ practitioner.
Leroy Pettaway you got this!
For the purpose of commenting on this video, what dafuq does it matter that you’re a balck male? 🙄
Being black matters.... why? I don’t comment that I’m from a single mom, never met my dad, been homeless white guy? Everyone lookin for a sympathy card. So much for white privilege right? Come on. Be the best you can be, regardless of color.
Joshua Hilton he didn't say he was a black male for sympathy. In our community, nursing is still largely viewed as a "woman's job", or a "gay man's job". He said it for perspective... as a black man talking to a black woman in a field where black people are still fightingthrough certain boundaries and such. In other words, he wasn't talking to YOU, as YOUR experience or vantage point in this field would not be the same as HIS. Try to think outside of sympathy and woe next time someone mentions their race. They might just be speaking in terms of perspective, as it does matter for black men and women while choosing careers.
Joshua Hilton he also said that because representation matters. He made note that he saw someone who looks like him making it in a society that has historically oppressed blacks. This is not to discredit other struggles as well. I’m not coming at you and honestly with all due respect but you’re the only one who seems to be concerned with playing the sympathy card.
Hi, I'm so happy found this and subscribed, I start my FNP program at South University in Tampa, FL on Oct 5th. I am quit the opposite, I love to work overtime. I currently work Trauma/Neuro ICU and average 60 hours a week, work nights and they offer bonuses when you pick up extra shifts on top of time and a half. What your saying is absolutely correct, right now just as an ICU nurse working overtime , I make around 90-100k a year. But i'm also aware that I currently work hourly and that will change to salary. With that being said , for me increase in pay will heavily depend on LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. If you don't already know Florida is behind on everything including pay, in order for me to see increase in pay, I will have to relocate.
sophBSN15 I'm just curious if it's worth it
Love, love, love how you didn't just say to do "research" but actually provided a source and physical proof to where you can find the information! Thanks for the video!!
When I’m done with FNP I’m only negotiating $100k and above. Just like you I don’t want to work nights and over time if I can work my normal 40hrs a week with weekends off and still make $100k and above that’s where I want to be
You are the bomb.com for this video. I am soaking up everything before i start my nursing journey. Thank you :)!!!
Your freakin home is beautiful. I'm in the DMV area I'm going to practitioner school and I have no loans (thanks to the military) however I make a great deal of money in my field and she's right you work hard don't let allow no person low ball you in your profession trust me they offer more and your in demand
So blessed to have no loans! You are in a great position.
Thank you Micheal! : )
Oh my my my. You should do a house tour! Your house looks beautifulllll! ❤
IN PENNSYLVANIA MY SISTER MAKES 85-90 THOUSAND A YEAR AND SHE IS ONLY A REGISTER NURSE AND THATS WITH NO OVERTIME!
how long has she been working
About to begin my journey into becoming a NP. Your videos help to assure me that NP is what I want to work towards! Thank you for sharing!! :)
Loved this. I've considered a change to nursing for a while- from a PhD to an acc bac -> NP program. The inspiration is great! Thank you.
These videos are great! Im currently enrolled in Nursing school and my end goal is to become a NP. I love helping people and this career seems amazing to me. Out here in CA nurses are making 100k-120k+ easy and NPs make 140k-150k+ starting at a busy hospital. Ive worked with nurses, PAs, and NPs (when I was a personal trainer) and these jobs are tough but you are compensated very well👍
This was a good video. The fact is you should work smarter not harder if you have to make the salary you want based on overtime that might be counterproductive. Overtime and bonuses can come and go at any point and time and certainly hospitals are looking at ways to pay less money. Get your money up front and don't accept less than you think you deserve.
Know your worth - really in all aspects of your life! 😊
Thank you sweetie. I really appreciate this. You don't know how much you have motivated me to continue on in the nurse practitioner program. I am near the end of the program and all this time I have been depressed about starting it in the first place simply because I have heard that NP do not make much money and that I am going deeper into student loan debt. This video really changed my mind and now I can breath a sigh of relief. I am very motivated now to finish my program. Thank you and keep on doing more videos like this, you really make a difference in someone's life. Have a blessed day. God bless!
Awwww! You're welcome! So happy to help. Best decision EVER!!!! You will not regret going to NP school, and don't forget about loan repayment!!!! You can get the loans paid off. Good luck 😘
Ariel! I graduated in May 2016. I'm super discouraged with the loans... I attended a very prestigious, expensive school and graduated with 230K of loans. I looked into the federal loan repayments and it's not as clear cut as everyone makes it seem! I'm at a point where I have little kids at home and just need to do the bare minimum loan wise in order to be home as much as possible the next 3 years, once my girls are in school then i'll start working full time and look more into the loan repayment places since I'll feel better equipped to work a full time position without offsetting my child care cost so drastically. It's all a mess!
Nurse Lada Hi I'm interested in videos on how to get student loans paid back. This would be so helpful. I'm a new subscriber and I'm so motivated by you. Thank you!!
Negotiating skills are definitely my weak point! I have been fortunate to continually get raises since starting as a NP in 2007 but I did make the choice to do night shifts on the 7 on 7 off schedule which isn't as desirable! Thankful for a good career and can't wait to see what I'll be doing 5 years from now.
You're welcome!
I have one semester of nursing school left and thinking about going back to school for NP. Thanks for this!
Girl, go for it. So worth it.
Bayoubelle83 have you gone back yet?
Do you need work experience as an rn first or could you go to np school right after graduating from rn school
@@aacc2216 it depends on which school you pick. Some require a year of experience. While others don't have a specific time or any experience. But when you break it down, there's a gap between finishing nursing school, taking your NCLEX, actually starting working, applying to NP schools and starting that (because some schools only admit once a year). It's a few months of a process
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experiences as a FNP with us. I'm in my first semester of my FNP program and I'm constantly second guessing if I made the right decision. Your advice really helps.
You're welcome! A baby NP student! ❤️
Second guessing is normal. I did it throughout the entire program AND the first year of practice. Lol.
Totally normal😉
This is good to know! Especially since I'm starting NP school in the Fall!
Congrats!!!
Thank you you are guiding me in the right direction thank you nurse Lada.
Anytime☺️
+Nurse Lada It will be great if it is at least $100,000 per month.
+oseme thompson lol
good
Thank you for sharing so much. I just found your channel today and I'm not sure what I want to do as a single mom, but I know I want to work in healthcare/science. I'm trying to finish school and live in N.Va and I've been dealing with a lack of motivation. Thank you for sharing your life's ups and downs, it's inspiring when someone of us want to give up.
+MsClark2009 Hello there! I'm working on more motivational videos. So happy to hear this one helped. We all have days when we are just "over it" but the most important thing is that we carry on. Successful people do what they have to do, even on days they don't really want to.
Get excited about your future. Visualize it.
Good luck💖
Do what you are passionate about and find a way to make money from it. Yes, it cannot be all about the money but you have to live. Work to live but don't live to work.
Exactly😉
I really appreciate your clarity and honesty on this matter. It is refreshing to hear you speak on a matter that we as a profession should have more confidence discussing. The NP job requires great responsibility and education. We should not be ashamed of the fact that the NP should be compensated for the expertise the position requires.Thank you.
I absolutely love how transparent you are about a subject that many people are reluctant to discuss. I really appreciate that!
Thanks Kris!
Hey nurse Lada I've been watching your videos and I'm so inspired by you. I'm 17 years old and my goal is to become a nurse practitioner. You've really helped me in trying to figure out what steps I should take to reach my goal. Also I'm a new subscriber :)
I love your hair! It is so classy and cute!
Hi there, I'm a new Sub. I found this video so helpful! I'm going into nursing and have been planning to do an NP program since freshman year :)
Teachers lie. I have found that out. It's to discourage you because then you are their equal.
Great video! I'm in FNP school. Do you have any videos about school/work/family balance ? Any advice for thriving through the program?
Thank you!
Jamil did you finish your program?
Hi Nurse Lada. I just found your channel and you are an inspiration. I am a nurse in the DC, MD and VA area. I am currently in my NP program (AGAC) with only 5 quarters to go...YAY!! I wanted to know if you had any issues obtaining preceptors in the area. I start clinical in Feb and just was interested in what your experience was. Love that you are keeping it real. Blessings!
Completely agree with the things you have said in this video. This video has amazing content and is encouraging to anyone who desires to make a good salary within a nursing career.
Thank you for your kind words Jazzi! By the way, I love your name - so cute! 😊
Wanting to be a NP after my Psych degree. This is probably the best video about this topic I've seen.
Awww! Means so much!!! Thank you, and good luck!!! : )
thank you for the information. my lifestyle is very similar to yours..I do not work overtime as an RN and I find many nurses that say they make more than NPs typically work more than 40 hours a week and/or two jobs.
Angela Gathings aL me
Great information!. I'm a new subscribers and about to start the Psychiatric NP program.
JuanJoT$ CONGRATS!!!!!! 🎉🎈🎊
Oh, and thank you for subscribing❤️
JuanJoT$ hi! Why did u choose to go the psych route instead of FNP route? Also money wise, is it the same? More or less? Please feel free to inbox me if u feel more comfortable doing so. I'll really appreciate hearing from you
Good choice! I get emails from recruiters looking for psych NPs all the time...and let me just say Psych NPs make bank. Almost makes me want to go get a post graduate certificate for Psych NP lol, problem is I would enjoy it lol. Based on my experience in seeing all the different NP salaries I'd say that Psych NPs probably are second in salaries right after CRNAs.
DithsHauteSpot Right now, Psych NPs (or PMHNP) are the second highest paid NPs, because the market is not saturated. But it is not for everyone! It also depends on what state you live in.
I love your video and your deal breaker in salary. I am a new graduate in engineering field; and I was offered a job as a contractor with a salary of $15/hour. I said to them no.
+Lovely Green Sky Hello there! Congrats on your recent graduation! Know your stuff before the interview. I wish you luck on your search for a job - you have to find something you will be happy with. Do your research 😉
Never say just no. ALWAYS COUNTER!
Thank you for this video! It was very helpful. My bachelor is not in nursing, but I am considering getting a master in nursing. I am considering becoming a pediatric nurse practitioner.
How old were you when you became an np if you don’t mind telling me?
Do you have to have experience before or can you just work part time during np school?
Lastly, what’s your specialty?
omg.. loved your video. im currently finishing school as an lpn in florida. My goal is to become an NP and moved back to Maryland. I have a few years but you have inspired me.. thank you so much
Exceptional Shenna Hi! I'm in Florida too and starting the journey to apply to LPN school and this is my end goal too.
Thank you Lada. I am just finishing my RN by 2018 and seriously considering going for NP. Thank you for being so transparent about this area :)
Such a great video! Thank you for being so open and sharing your perspective and tips on research and negotiating salary for nurses.
Hey Lada, could you talk about your experience as an RN prior to becoming an NP?
Sure thing! Working on that video😋
I'm only 13, but when I grow up I'd really like to be a Physiatric nurse practitioner . Your videos are honestly the most helpful things and they help me so much when it comes to what to expect :)
Thank you so much for the information, you're awesome! Love the hair btw.
Thanks Summer!!!! ❤️
I remember being an RN working 2 jobs where I live and still not making what I made my first year as a nurse practitioner. It is very possible for an RN make as much as most NP's if that person is willing to work an insane amount of overtime and float. Even that is becoming difficult to do these days because most facilities are having a hard time keeping the doors open, and the last thing employers are wanting to do is pay overtime. I say this bearing in mind that my state as a whole is mostly rural and underserved.
+Jonathan Lee : Exactly 😊
Ran across you the other day. Two Thumbs up Sis. You should tour, your story is what I've always said can happen. God Bless you!
Hi Lada! Thank you for your sharing! All the best for your nursing career!!
Hey Lada! Have wonderful days!!!
I'm not even in nursing school (yet), but this video is very informative...
can you do a house tour?
Hello utuben001! I will definitely put this on my video list. I love video suggestions. Thank you😘
+Nurse Lada Hello. and thank u for the nurse vids
I was wondering about this too! Nurse Lada your decor is so beautiful!
NP salary in Boston is about 65 to 70% of M.D. 's salary. That is the standard.
MD salary has wide range. it can be from 175k to 500k
Very helpful video! Will you also do a video on your favorite magazines, journals or other similar resources as an NP?
Of course 😉
I love your videos! Thank you for making them!
You're welcome! Thank you for watching!!!
I am a RN, I work on average 30 hours week and make around 110K. Not a NP, but do work with them. I do not do floor nursing, I work in advice,
Work in what? Speciality?
I'm glad she uploaded this. When I ask people about salary in regards to NP don't tell me "it's not about money. It's about caring for people" or something like that. I'm not going to pay more money and go into further debt so I can make the same money. That's stupid. I also find it ridiculous if people are going to shame anyone for wanting to advance their careers and skills as well as their salaries.
Can you discuss what a day in the life as an FNP is? Or do you have that video already? Do you work 5 days a week? How long are the shifts? And you're right! money is ALWAYS a factor! Your bills/loan do not care to hear about your passion. I'll never accept anything less than 100k as a starting rate when I do become an NP.
Thank you very much for the links. You are so helpful. You just gained a subscriber 💕
Happy Wellness, Thanks for information. I was thinking about going into the NP program.
Nurses are scholars as well as practitioners Going to graduate school is an important choice. An additional factor is where you went to school to obtain the credential as an NP (and now DNP).This is very important. All schools are NOT equal. Rankings matter as they reflect quality in education. Certification alone isn't enough to factor in. Employment opportunities and offers are substantially more to those that go to ranked universities from reputable programs. Those who attend proprietary online programs don't fair as well. In addition, my students who are CRNA's make way upward of 180-250K and up. Where you attend really does make a significant difference. - CEK PhD, RN, FAAN, FACSM
Hi Chris thanks for this advice
Thanks for the advice! You're so helpful:) I'm just curious. Do you have your masters or doctorate in nursing?
+Christy May I have a masters in nursing : )
That's awesome! How long did you work as an RN until you went back to school for your MSN?
+Christy May I started out as a nursing assistant - LPN (4 years) - RN (4 years) - BSN (3 years) ---> NP
Long story (dropped out of high school, teenage pregnancy etc.) -I am busy making a video about that situation! LOL.
With Masters FNP dishonored by 2022, Do you recommend me to go for MSN or DNP now in 2018?
This is truly an amazing and educational video. I’m so excited to continue my education in the nursing field. And you are absolutely right about researching and being prepared before an interview. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
The situation for many NPs in some states (Arizona) is that they are salaries at 90,000 a year but expected to work 8a-5p M-F (44 hours a week) plus CALL plus CHARTING. The other issue here is that NPs very often aren’t given PTO, CME or even health insurance. Based on that, in Arizona, a LOT of RNs will make more as an RN per HOUR than they will as an NP.
I like your videos. What kind of camera do you use? How did you get the graphics on your videos?
Hi Nurse Lada.! So infomative, I'm planning on going back to get my ARNP in the next year or so. What kind of NP are you..??
Love this! Love the idea of researching salaries in your area and going in armed with this information when it's time to negotiate. Also, NPs should remember that when you start accepting low ball offers in your area then you're only driving down the average salary in your area. Thanks for the video. Gorgeous house btw :D
You’re right not everyone is that nurse that works works works and works and then works lol and it shouldn’t be like that because everyone is replaceable. Also when transitioning from RN to FNP the years of RN experience makes a difference whether 100k is a low or high offer. A new nurse who gets her BSN and goes straight for her MSN FNP And is done in 2 or 3 years will see 95k or even 80k as a lot of money and it is when they take those offers that salaries drop in certain areas. Even as an Rn one should never take the initial offer there is always room for more unless you’re a new grad with absolutely no medical field experience of course. When I transitioned from RN to FNP I was making 92k yearly working 3 12hour daytime shifts with 16 years experience and multiple specialty certifications. My FNP salary goal was 100k based on my areas salary provided by the Labor and statistics website and I seriously considered a job offer for 95k because of all the benefits they offered including a loan repayment option but ultimately accepted a separate offer for 115k+ mon through Friday holidays off plus benefits. For me 92k as an RN after 16 years experience was reaching the end of my bracket considering my area (every region every state every specialty is different) and one thing to remember is that even starting at 95k as a new FNP with NO experience is exactly THAT a STARTING pay. You can only grow from there. It took me 16 years as an RN to reach 92k and in contrast it took me getting my MSN FNP to be offered 115k therefore I agree no RN makes the same as an FNP without working themselves to death.
This is a great video, thank you for being vocal and open with this topic.
You are so inspiring. I love your videos and your home décor LOL. So cute!
I needed this. Thank you. I agree. I want to be at home with my family. They r everything. I do this for them.
So glad I found you I just became a registered nurse with my associate degree. I am almost done with my BSN. I will be going for my NP also.
I always had an idea to write a book called "My First Year as A Nurse." I am inspired by your blog, that I can across by accident, and I think it would be interesting to put together a complication of stories from nurses about their experiences in their first year. It would also be interesting to see guests on your blog who talk about specific topics in nursing and healthcare. (Meanwhile this is the first vlog I am watching so there may be more topics that incorporate guests). You have a fan though in Phx, AZ.
The only instances I have heard where someone actually took a pay cut when becoming a NP is when the nurse has been working as an RN for so long that they are at the top of the pay scale. RNs who stay in their role for many years will eventually make quite a bit, but the salary for a senior nurse will surpass that of a new NP.
Really great points! Thank you for explaining things and for giving figures! I'm on the fence between Nurse Practitioner vs CrNa
Research, research, research! Be sure to focus on the career that will make you happy to go to work. At first, I was going to go to school for the CRNA but when I really thought about it working in family practice was more my cup of tea. I need interaction. I am obviously a social butterfly so putting people under every day would probably bore me. The next person may love it! It just depends on you. Good luck on making your decision. Let me know what you choose!
Did you ever think about being a physician assistant ? If you did, what made you be a nurse practitioner instead?
Brizeida Ramos pa isn't really worth it when you can do np and write ur own scripts and practice on your own in a lot of states. Pa can write scripts but can't work alone
Are you able to teach with your DNP? That would be pretty cool to teach future generations. Can you do an online DNP while working?
Very informative video. Thank you.
This is exactly what I came up against with salary. As a RN, I worked a normal "schedule"...I also like to have a life and did not believe sacrificing life for extra money was worth it. In my area, the NP salary range is 85-95,000 for new grads. Some nurses have said, "well that is stupid, I make that as an RN". Yes, but you work 6 days a week or 5 12 hour shifts or off shifts or whatever. I just graduated April 28th and will be taking my boards in june. I have decided that I am ok with that range for my first year or two as I get my footing as an NP, it is also a decent salary increase so we certainly will not suffer financially.
What's your work schedule like for a nurse practioner??
I work 3.5 days per week ☺️
(I prefer 12 hour shifts).
Melanie C
Hi there! Great video! I am at the beginning of my nursing school journey with NP as my ultimate goal. My question is have you heard about a timeline for when they will require a doctorate degree for NP? I was hoping to stop at my masters level but think that at this point I may have to complete the doctorate. Thank you!
I'm thinking of doing an NP program one day..but I'm just a CNA right now and only on the LPN program 😪
Kayla Gee that's a start!!! a cna is very important role. Wishing you he best!
The best nurses started as CNAs (just my view/opinion). So you're doing great and on the right track! keep going :)
You can do it. I started as a cna. I'm now in fnp school.
Hey. Just asking on behalf of someone. Can someone who scored a D total grade (weak) in High School in a foreign country and has a diploma in accounts and finance be allowed to do CNA? Can the person be allowed to advance to higher levels of nursing?
@@1bdb288 how long is the process from LPN to NP?
Nurse Lada! I will be graduating from NP school in 5 weeks. Do the salary averages include bonuses? Most practices in my area give their providers quarterly bonuses. Some are based on your productivity, some practices are private and base their bonuses on profit. So if a practice offers in the 70s or 80s, and you will be getting about 15-20,000 in bonuses in a year, is this a decent offer? I just don't know how to interpret the averages
Hello there! Of course all practices are different.
I totally forgot to mention the bonuses! That is ADDITIONAL money. Around $25,000+ per year if you hit the marks.
That is in addition to the BEGINNING salary of $95 - 100,000. So I would still consider the $70 - $80 offer on the lower side, BUT it depends on where you live.
Is that the going rate in your area?
Keep making videos! I love your channel, so much information as a new nurse ❤️
Thanks for the candid, informative segments, well done.
Thanks Walter!😊
You're so adorable and inspiring I heart this video. Very informative and enlighting
Can an Rn go the Pa route instead of Np. I respect NP's but the Pa curriculum interests me more.
Pedro Hernandez Hello! Of course. Go for what interests you. There are nurses who choose the PA route and do great.
I wish well in all of your future endeavors❤️
Thank you so much for doing these videos! I'm a pre nursing student and I plan on getting my doctorate in nursing to become a geriatric nurse practitioner! These are extremely helpful!
Thanks Ku'ulei! You have chosen a WONDERFUL profession!!! 😉
Hello Nurse Lada! I'm a single parent of 5 and have been juggling whether to go to nursing school or complete a masters in something I'm really not interested in...you have helped shed light on the importance of living your passion. Do you consult?
REGAN BROWN-SIMS you're a badass
I really want to become an fnp with hopes to go into aesthetics & open my own practice with another np (sister in law). Not sure if it’s a possibility but def doesn’t hurt to dream. Hopefully it’s a possibility. Not sure how much I’ll really bring home owning my own practice but hopefully after a while it will be worthwhile.
Thank you so much as well on your clear approach to educate those who are on their way to NP school or who already are practicing. I find that Glassdoor and LinkedIn also have some great information on salary by company and area. Here I'm San Francisco average pay is $155,849 and even that is negotiable.
i'm from the NoVA area too! watching this while getting ready for my volunteering shift @ inova :)
Is there any difference between DNP, FNP, ARNP, NP?? Too many acronyms!