$23/hr ?

Depends on where you are at in Texas. Some places start as low as $18/$19 an hour, some as high as $25 an hour. Research the starting rates for the area you are in and then compare. Where are you located?

I've been a surgical tech for 11 years, and I make $26 and hour now in DFW. I'm applying to nursing schools now I hope this not the starting rate.

I've been a surgical tech for 11 years and I make $26 and hour now in DFW. I'm applying to nursing schools now I hope this not the starting rate.[/quote']

We have the same amount of OR experience, so I can show you how you'll fare. I was a CST for 4 years, before becoming a RN. My CST salary was a little less than $18/hr back in 2004. My new grad salary as a RN was a little over $22/hr, not much, huh? The good thing is that nurses get higher and more frequent market adjustments. With 8 years RN experience and CNOR, it's now a little over $40/hr. I wish someone had told me what to expect in the transition, because I was very disappointed, but not for long. ?Good Luck to you!

Thanks Kguill975! That is real helpful information. I really appreciate it.

Thanks Kguill975! That is real helpful information. I really appreciate it.

No problem. Pass the same info to any and all aspiring CSTs who are embarking on a nursing career.

I think we need more information on your background to better assess if that is fair. 23 dollars would good for a GN in a large city, or lower level RN in a more rural area.