Should you go into forensic nursing? If you do, one question you have to ask yourself is how much you will make if you decide to make a career out of it. Fortunately, the job outlook is very promising because the Bureau of Labor and Statistics believe it will go up in the next 10 years.
But how much does a forensic nurse make now? Most professionals right now earn about $26 to $100 per hour which is roughly $54k to $208k a year. You have to remember that this depends on your skill; speciality, tenure, location and experience so dont expect to earn a lot when you are just starting out.
Most forensic nurses do not work inside the hospital because they are called to a scene. If the victim is brought to the hospital for an examination, that person will get $1 to $4 dollars an hour. If you get lucky, you could get $150 to $400 depending on what was agreed upon.
But money should not be the prime factor in deciding whether or not to pursue a career in this field. Just like nurses who work in the hospital, you have to enjoy helping people. Instead of helping patients, most of the time, you are helping victims.
Many who work in forensic nursing are...
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