RN vs. Diagnostic Sonographer

I am going into the RN program in the fall it was my second choice. I wanted sonography so much but in Canada we hardly have any colleges that teach it. Where I live there are only 18 spots in sonography and over 800 apply. This was my 3rd year applying and with a 90 average I'm always wait listed they don't take into consideration how many years you've waited to get into rhw program either. You're so lucky to have that option ! See if you can't go into the hospital and shadow a sonograper to see what it's like and find out more about it :) that will give you a better idea.

I liked sonography too but decided to enter nursing because ultimately i want to obtain an mph and work in global health. I think you should go for what you think will fulfill you the most. Plus the pay and job outlook is a little misleading. I know someone who did this program and couldn't find a job for 2 years….after she finally landed one her starting pay was $40000/year. Nurses in my state make over $50000/ year starting.

You caught me on a day when I think I want something different. My doppleganger in the Other Universe wishes they had been a nurse.

I have also thought being a Nuclear Med Tech looks fun.

On most days though , I am really very happy with my career choice. I've been a nurse over 30 years and have arrived at a pretty cush gig. Not sure if I would do it again in this medical economy. The stress of making the almighty dollar for "the man" and not give a **** about taking care of your 6-8 patients.