Nursing from paramedic....

[dalman97]

Ok... I wasn't sure were to put this ... but always had good results from posting here. I have decided, that even though my first choice was sonography (no jobs in my area) I want to go into nursing.

After checking into nursing programs in my area I have realized that it would be pretty much full time in school/clinicals. That would work if I didn't have a full time day job that I can't quit or replace. Both the bsn or associates lvn to rn programs pretty much have classes/clinicals til 3 mon thru fri. and that has brought me to emt to paramedic to rn.

The emt/paramedic program in my area is an 18 to 20 month deal. Allowing me to work my current job until I become emt certified. At that point, I will work for acadian as emt and they will completely work around my paramedic program. After I become a paramedic I plan to bridge to rn online through excelsior most likely. I realize this is the long route to my goal of becoming a nurse but I do not have a choice.

I am a single mother of one, with a house, car and all the bills and responsibilities of an adult. So here are my concerns...

How much will I make as an emt until I become a medic?

How much will I make as a medic?

Would I make more working in a hospital?

What are the requirements to begin excelsior bridge - regarding paramedic license / certificate?

How long is the excelsior program?

I'm sure I have many more but that's a good start lol. Thanks!

[dalman97]

Wow... I apologize for no breaks in my post. Using my phone and actually did write it in paragraphs =/

[Compassion_x]

Maybe I don't pay attention, but I haven't heard of anyone going that route in order to become an RN. Although I'm sure paramedic experience would look pretty good for you if you want to be an emergency nurse.

As for your questions, once you get access to a computer, every one of your questions can be answered with a google search.

Good luck!

[dalman97]

With excelsior, its the same bridge program an lvn would take. I have found national averages but is that with over time? I'm just worried I may not be able to survive on emt income. If the average is right on with the beaumont texas area, then ill be taking a pay cut from my current job. Which is ok if its only a few months. But not long term. Thanks for ur response =)

[Ansumana]

Yea well I'm assuming you mean ur going to work as an EMT-B I think they get paid around $10hr but it always depend where you work. I was talking to my friend today and she said her friend was a paramedic and only made $13hr. Again, it's all in where you're working at

[Compassion_x]

Also, many of the paramedics in my area stay on shift for a full 24 hours at a time, a few days a week, so it adds up quick.

[dalman97]

Thanks ... I'm looking into all the small details too. Like a said medic is just a stepping stone. Nursing is what I'm after.

[RN2BKS]

Thanks ... I'm looking into all the small details too. Like a said medic is just a stepping stone. Nursing is what I'm after.

What about being a nursing assistant or phlebotomy tech? I'm trying to get into a nursing program as well. I have been working as a CNA for about 4 years and make more than EMT's do. It's up to you. Good luck with your path! :-)