Wanting to change careers - but I also want a house

Hi, I need some advise from all those Coloradian's out there. I have been working in the legal industry for the last 7 years, but I really want a change and I also want to move to Loveland. I have been intrigued with the idea of nursing for quite a while, but haven't made any serious moves. Most of all, I really want out of Denver. My question is, is there a job I can start while I am in a nursing pragram that can pay my bills? CNA's, especially new ones, don't seem to make any money!! Is it worth becoming a sonogram tech, or radiology, to cover short term expenses while I am in school? I already have a B.S in Criminal Justice, so I am hoping to get through a 20 month program. Any suggestions or ideas would be really helpful!!

Sherri