StudentRNboston

im still a student, graduating in may-so in not the best to answer. But, when it comes to enjoying the job I think that comes down to a very personal-individual specific factor. Shadow a nurse maybe to see if you'd like it? Pay wise, you'll hear different things. But the bottom line is location. There are cities/states with drastic differences, some high, medium, low. I live in Massachusetts, and nurses are paid well here. Well above the national average. That is, the Boston area is a very medical area with a good reputation. But nurses are paid very well here and are respected.

I'm finishing my RN (ADN) this may and will be applying to RN-BSN online programs. I live in the Boston area (not sure if that matters). I am considering UMass Boston and Chamberlin. I was wondering if anyone knows if one would look better to employers than the other. I would go to UMass from my own perception of their good reputation (nothing against Chamberlin, I just don't know) However, UMass would take me 1 & 1/2 to possibly 2 years to complete, and I would be able to complete Chamberlin in 12 months due to the transfer credits of mine they're accepting and the schedule they offer. If anyone knows if it would be a significant (or even a slight) difference to employers of where I receive my RN-BSN online degree, I would greatly appreciate the feedback. Thanks.