Sadly, a true statement. And I simply don't get it.
What's wrong with going to school, studying hard, working hard, and caring for those in desperate need? Nurses are paid well and they receive great benefits. An experienced nurse can get a job in any state or city on almost a moment's notice. My wife gets frequent phone calls from hospitals needing temporary help, usually 6 month contracts. And every single one of these jobs pays $7K to $8K - PER WEEK!
I am mystified why more people don't pursue nursing careers, men included. Without question it's hard work, but nursing has a genuine sense of purpose. Nursing is one of the very few occupations that earns instant respect and gratitude from total strangers.
Scott
Why more don't pursue nursing is a good question. Excellent income and hard work aside, I don't think that you have addressed the emotional strain of nursing. It literally can suck the life out of you. They spend as much time entering records and addressing bureaucracy as they do performing care. Many patients don't appreciate them. Maybe because they are stressed themselves or maybe are just jerks. It takes a special mentality and passion to succeed in today's nursing world. I couldn't do it.
Add to that challenging career a marriage and family and whew, it exhausts me just thinking about. I'm sure that you contributed to your wife's success by being a good supportive spouse.
Finally, to add to my previous post, I cannot commend my younger daughter enough also. She does home nursing that has it's own unique challenges and does not offer the unifying comfort and camaraderie of coworkers. She has been hit by patients, threatened....... you name it.
Finally, kudos to my grand daughter that starts nursing school this fall!
Again, thanks for bringing up this timely subject. Many of our caregivers and responders need our respect and support to help them recover from the past two years. And, highest respect to both you and your wife.