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Earnings for nurses are often higher than those paid to workers in other fields. For example, registered nurses earn a median annual wage of $82,750, according to the US Department of Labor (DOL). This is higher than the median annual wage for all occupations of $58,260. Top nurse anesthetists earn more than $200,000 a year. On the other hand, most nursing assistants earn between $28,900 and $37,170 a year. This salary is pretty low, but keep in mind that many nursing assistants view this position as a starting point in healthcare until they train to become a nurse or enter other medical occupations. Employment in the healthcare industry is projected to grow 13 percent from 2021 to 2031, according to the DOL. This is much faster than the average for all careers. Demand for general and specialized

Many opportunities will be available in nursing because of the growing elderly population, which typically needs more care than younger generations.

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Getting Started: Careers in Nursing