I'm an LMSW and looking to make the switch to a psyc RN through a post-bacc program at either ASU/UofA, and perhaps (if I can find a hospital with tuition assistance/reimbursement) a psyc NP. A LOT of my motivation is the tremendous difference in pay. I make $24/hr now. I obviously have a master's degree and about 2 years of experience. It's a flat rate at the hospital I'm at. Once I hit LCSW status, I make a whopping $1 more an hour. It's pathetic and ruining my interest in continuing in this field.I have many friends (and my mom) who are RNs but I feel uncomfortable asking about their salaries directly. I know my mom makes really, really good money but she's been doing it forever. Can I get some honest feedback about salary? Not just specifically for psyc; I'm toying with the idea of leaving psyc and moving to the ER. I worked as a social worker in the ER and loved the setting. In general, I liked fast-paced, but I'm getting burned out on the population and the pay.thanks!
Hobberdog 154 Posts Jul 21, 2014 I just graduated from ASU in May. I was lucky enough to be hired into the ICU at Banner. My starting pay is $26.24 per hour. I will be night shift and that comes with an 18% differential.There are several threads on the "First Year After Nursing Licensure" board that talk about salaries. You might poke around there if you want more info.
kickstunt 70 Posts Jul 24, 2014 This is a good thread in that specific forumhttps://allnurses.com/first-year-after/poll-new-1st-909434.html
