Picking the right career field can keep you from experiencing disappointment when job hunting. There is so much competition for jobs right now and little job growth in many industries. That is why it is important to find a career track that is growing and not contracting.
When contemplating a career in nursing, one of the factors that should be considered is that of a nurseâs salary and benefits. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for a registered nurse in 2013 was approximately $65,470.
For many occupations, pay, both in terms of total earnings and wage differentials, varies widely across the. country. For example, in May 2013, registered nurses (RNs) in San Jose-SunnyvaleâSanta Clara, CA earned. an average of $123,190 per year, while RNs in BrownsvilleâHarlingen, TX earned $66,480 per year.