I’m an RN in CA. I’ve been a nurse for 3 years. I work 40 hours a week. My current hourly wage is 67 per hour and my benefits are free, however, my rent is 3600 a month. The average 2 bdrm rental in my area is 3200 per month. The cost of living is outrageous hence the pay. Sounds like you’re getting a better deal.
Mzgail32 thanks so much for watching, and sharing. We took our daughters to CA for Spring Break this year. We found that things we would buy back was triple, and in some cases quadruple the cost😩 Again, thanks for sharing! Happy Monday ☀️
I worked as a nurse in California for 10 years. I worked in the Bay Area for Kaiser Permanente. Kaiser Permanente nurses probably make the most money of any nurses out there. When I left in 2017, my base pay was $76.05. Overtime paid well. We worked eight hour shifts. Work double shift, it was time and a half for the first four hours and double time for the last four hours. If you worked for 16 hours, you were paid for 22. Then you had third weekend pay, if you were called in on your weekend off, the next scheduled weekend was double time for both Saturday and Sunday. Double tine and a half for all holidays - New Years Day, MLK Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. I was great, most money I every made. But here's the downside, you still can't afford a decent home. State taxes are 10% and you're in a higher tax bracket. I left in 2017 just because it was too expensive. I moved back to St. Louis make a little bit less money, but at least I have a home. And to reference your last video, yes the nurses out there do like to spend their money and still complain they don't make enough...lol
Do you mind saying how much you made for the year and what you paid in rent/mortage? I am considering moving to CA and I would like to gain a better perspective of what to expect.
@@Baby1Bone when I first moved there in 2008 I was paying $1225 for a small one bedroom apartment in Santa Clara CA. That same apt, in 2023 that same is I’m sure well close to $3000, probably more. In the 10 years I was there, I averaged about $190K. Again, it’s different now. And everything is based on seniority, only the more the more senior nurses are offered overtime and third weekend, if you’re new, plan on being at the bottom for at least 3 or 4 years. As far as travel nursing, know your shit! They will not help you and you will always get the worst assignments. As far as they established nurses are concerned, travelers are the enemy. No travelers means they can negotiate their union contract easier. The average house is well over $1M, that’s if you can afford to outbid everyone by at least 25% over asking. I certainly wouldn’t move out there now is a Nnurse unless I was a traveler and they were paying for everything and just work and save up a bunch of money. That’s my best advice. Yes, travelers are treated like dog shit, but if you don’t plan on staying out there, who cares
I joined the Navy knowing I wanted to become a nurse. They pay for my school now I am at a community college in California 1/4 of the way through a nursing program with 0 debt thanks to the military benefits for students. Definetly a different route than most people take but definetly an option for some people.
I’m a truck driver in CA Los Angeles County making 36/hr. My rent is 1250/ month and I split it with 3 others. It’s a 2 bedroom house. My last 2 bedroom apartment was 1500 which I split with my parents. CA rent can be expensive but there’s plenty of great deals out here too. I can’t wait to start rn school! Thank you for the content Tawanda!
Hey have you started nursing school ? I got my CDL about 3 years ago and I’m currently in a nursing program. Hopefully you made that transition, keep going 🩷🩷
Just applied to a home health position with a $15k sign on bonus. I am ready to get out of the hospital. One of my friend works for the same company and does 9-2pm and goes home to chart the rest of the time. Please sign me up!
Hi Iya! WOW!! It is so important that we all know when it’s time to step away. Home Health has it challenges. However, I’m sure it’ll be a cake walk once you get the hang of things. Keep me updated on your HH journey. Iya thanks for watching, and commenting ☺️
Keep preaching the debt free message. Carrying debt is a major burden and it's self imposed. It's not what you make, it's what you spend. Loved your other video about all the broke nurses, doctors and other high earning professionals. And you are funny, too. Lol
I’m an insurance nurse and I make $34 an hour. Roughly $84,000 a year. I work from home. Much less than the nurses who are on the floor or home health. My take home $4200 a month but I contribute almost 20% into my 401(k). So my pay would be much more. I live in Arizona
@@AccordingToTawanda I forgot. I also teach a CNA class as my side hustle. I make $30 an hour teaching 2 days a week. Last year between my regular job and side hustle I made $102,000. 😉
@@salmahsjourney3801 OMG! I went into my payroll because I haven’t checked it in a while. I actually make $87,000.😱 So that would be $41 an hour not $34. 🤦🏾♀️🤷🏽♀️. Where did I get $34? I have no idea. You’re right. The first numbers had the math not mathing. 😂. I make more than I thought at my main job. Thanks for pointing that out or I would have never caught it.
Some questions: Do you ever feel unsafe going into patients’ homes? Are you exposed to bedbugs, second hand smoke, etc? Can you write off a portion of your vehicle? Does your job require heavy lifting?
Hi M!! Honestly I have never felt unsafe in any patients home. I usually communicate with my husband throughout the day. He is always aware of my schedule. My husband also knows that it is very rare not to have some form of communication from me in between parties. I have never been exposed of bed bugs that I am aware. I have been in homes that are not the tidiest, and a couple hoarder homes. I’ve never had a patient or family to smoke while I was in the home. However, I can smell and tell if someone in a home smokes. My job requires minimal lifting. The most I’ve lifted in the position is a lower extremity. However, I’m sure other people have different experiences. Write-offs have change a lot from when I did HH years ago. My solid answer is no. If you work under a 1099 it will allow write offs. A lot people work under 1099 in HH. I hope these answers help. Thanks for watching, and commenting 😊
Hello Twanda, I just said at the end of the video “ I love this woman “ now this is some wise woman! You are an example for me. Thanks for sharing this.
I left clinic nursing as LPN in NYC to go into home care visits. The pay was 30k higher with option of overtime putting me into 3 figures easy still without the stress and not working full 8 hrs. I do plan on transitioning into a RN role after passing NCLEX next spring. Thank you for sharing.
Keyana the flexibility, and decreased stress in home care is unmatched!! Yes Girllllll get that RN👏🏾👏🏾 Thanks for watching, and sharing your experiences 😊
Awesome 😎 information. Nursing is stressful and 12 hours shifts are exhausting and nerve racking despite the pay. Thanks for offering alternative forms of nursing and savings.
Tawanda has a beautiful attitude about life. When we are doing work that we enjoy it feels like we could do it for free. It is all about positive attitude.
East Bay Sutter Nurse, base hourly $89 hr, with 6 years experience, BSN. Basic health insurance no cost to me and dependents. I work 3-4 days 8 hours a week. Anything over 8 hrs is time and a half. Evening diff $8.18, night diff $13, weekend diff $3, float diff $3. I also do concierge nursing Bay Area between $80-$130 hr, shifts drop in visit 30-60min, 8hr, 12hr.
The only reason why I stay in Cali is due to patient ratios for now. The state is so expensive and is becoming caotic. It can be unsafe here in certain cities with all these laws that protect crime, homeless everywhere (mental health issues out of control), drug problems, etc. The money appears good but the taxes are so high plus the cost of living... ridiculous!
I used to be a nurse in California. I made $40 /hour in 1999. Moved t Washington State.Currently with 20+ years in nursing, I currenlty make about $75/hr, at base. We are about as expensive as California. If I was in California, however, my base would be about $110/hr
Excellent money for 1999. It is so funny to hear these 20 somethings complaining about salary when they lack experience. I just saw a video of one saying she was not making enough.
nursing student in california here and yes the minimum is like 40 an hour we start off with i think? but like another person said the rent is CRAZY. its at least 2700 a month for a decent studio apt if you don't want to live in a dangerous area with roaches everywhere :/ and good luck buying a house lol
WOW!!!! The price of housing in America is insane. Congratulations on nursing school 🎉When do you finish? Thanks for watching, and adding to the conversation 😊
Started working in UC San Francisco. They pay great. They also considered my non-US experience. Offered me $93/hr base pay plus 16% night diff since I was hired as a night shift nurse. 3 shifts/12 hours. 3 patients per nurse (transitional care unit. Annual salary estimate around $201k
Just found your channel. Just accepted a job as a HH nurse. Little nervous been a RN for 3 years. Going to binge watch your videos. Question are you on call at all? New subscriber.
@@honeybee0503 Hi😊Congratulations on your journey! No I am not on call. I work PRN as an admissions nurse. Once I accept my patients and admit them I am done for the day. On call works differently for each company that I work for. However, as a PRN employee I’m never on call. I will discuss this topic in an upcoming video. Let me if you have any other questions I can answer. Welcome to the channel 🎉
California nurses have a strong union and have political support. Hence the reason for legislation and support on nurse to pt ratios. Use your license to secure a great salary. Do your due diligence in negotiations of your pay.
I don’t know if NCLEX is Worth spending all my life time for because i have tried youtube l associates and some others and still failed 4 attempt. I feel so frustrated don't know what to do anymore don’t even have time for my own kids any more 💔💔💔😔😔.
Hi Sis, just discovered your channel today and am enjoying. I’m a HH nurse in the Raleigh, NC area. Are you able to share what documentation system you are using? I understand if you can’t. It seems a lot more efficient than the one that we use.
Hi Divi, thanks for watching and commenting. For privacy reasons I don’t share my workplace. However, you can email me and I will share a few companies with excellent rates for experienced HH Nurses. Tawandashepard@ymail.com FYI: That’s a y in email. It’s commonly mistaken for a g.
The offset is the cost of living. I lived in CA (Roseville, CA) it's much cheaper than Sacramento and much much cheaper than San Fran and LA, But still, very expensive!!!
Hi, honestly admissions are what I enjoy do the most. When I was approached about this position it was the only thing I was willing to agree to. You do need a good understanding of the OASIS charting for this position. That comes over time. Thanks for the great question, and thanks for watching 😊
Thanks for watching! 😊Check out this video. I share my thoughts on New Grad Nurses and Home Health th-cam.com/video/hUNnhm9mbhA/w-d-xo.html&feature=sharec
Good morning Tawanda! Do you mind referring your income tax person or how do you go about finding an income tax strategist?? 😅😅 I need one asap..a person who actually knows what they are talking about. My goal has always been trying to keep as most money as I can in my pockets...legally😅
I will see if she is taking new clients. Please email me at Accordingtotawanda@gmail.com to remind me. Yes we want to do it the right way. Thanks for watching.
Actually the higher paying jobs are not bedside. We all know that bedside pays scantly. Theres a ton of money in case management, hospice, home health, desk nursing make your own hours jobs, tele health advice nurse is golden.
Hi Kelly, my position is a salary position. I get paid regardless. Some companies pay fee per visit (SOC) for this position. Thanks for watching, and commenting😊
I think a lot of nurses live above their means bc a lot of nurses complain about pay no matter the state. It’s all about financial literacy and your lifestyle.
I need to come there. They don’t pay that much for SOC here and now they trying to pay less. That’s good pay. I could kill it there. I’m done with visit and charting in about 1 hr 15-30 minutes. I chart during each visit in the home
Is your job hiring ???😂..no..but seriously??..I had 2 foot surgeries this year and looking to leave floor nursing..it’s too hard on the body ..wanted to do home health but heard conflicting stories ..I’m ready to do something different..thank you soo much for this information.. I definitely need to budget and wrk smarter more harder
Wow I’m a nurse in the DMV I make 75/hr … I need to look into home care… but I chose not to because I didn’t want to be in peoples home . What is the title of the job should I just look up home care nurse on indeed ?
Girl yes, but the cost of living here is super high so really it doesn't add up when I lived in Texas and Michigan I made must less but could live better because of the cost of living was much less!!!
Hi Robin, no I don’t have any on call. I will give an update regarding my position in an upcoming video. I have been getting tons of similar questions. I’ll try to get the video out this week. Thanks for watching 😊
I started as an RN 52.99/hr I make 60 now. Different job, but I feel like I should make 100 to 150/hr they make millions off our small fraction. ❤ I work in northern CA I work 3 12hr shifts.
We all want more money. It probably depends on your union and if it's difficult to replace or supplement the position. There is a change going on where people are being replaced with robotic services and applications that can do redundant procedures. They use more robots in Europe than they do over here in America
@@Mark-pz3lqyou watched a video of robots doing nursing duties? Are you serious? Explain to us what duties you’ve seen a robot do in the place of a human…
Rosaline, I’m reaching out to her to see if she’s accepting clients. Will definitely respond to your email when I hear from her. Thanks so much for watching 😊
According to zip recruiter, the average RN salary in IL is 85K You're making 20k more than that. The RNs in CA are making more than what's listen on zip recruiter as well lol. You did an apples to oranges comparison here.
The reason Cali's salary is so high because cost of living is INSANE in California. Don't listen to that California salary thinking it's rainbows and butterflies after taxes, housing, utilities and basic necessities that mess is more equivalent to that 80K average.
Nicole you are absolutely correct!!!!! I used it as a comparison. We went to California for my daughters Spring Break this year. Common things was almost triple the price there🤦🏽♀️ Thanks for watching, and commenting 😊
@@nicolewin4180wait, you complain about the cost of living in California but then move to a state that has a higher cost of living? Something isn’t adding up
Im literally trying to do exactly what you do here in California. My checks are supplemental to my household but I’m trying to smash theses bills quickly. What’s your email again? I need direct access to your brain 😅
I would love to chat with you about investments. Before taxes vs after taxes. As well as another side over funding your 401k. There are some dynamic other things that can be done that the wealthy use. I'm in the west burbs of Chicago 🙂 Ohhh, and the debt free journey, I really can show you some things. Great video
I really want a great paying career in healthcare but I don't think I have the strength to be a nurse, I was working my way to a nursing program but I'm reconsidering, do you have any suggestions of other paths I could take? Things that are maybe a bit more behind the scenes, I have social anxiety and have a passion for healthcare but don't really think I'd make a strong nurse, I don't want to be stuck in a career that is low paying either.
I stay in California because of the nurse to patient ratio and the fact that I make 95.00/hr. The hospital gives us cna's 24/7 as well as resource nurses each shift to give us breaks because California is strict on breaks and we get penalty pay if even one 15 min break is missed. The resource nurse breaks us, does our admissuons, our blood sugars etc and basically picks up the slack. I work 2 jobs and I am not stressed at either job I have. This is why California is awesone for nurses
After using uworld twice and failing, I never knew I could ever pass the nclex but today I am very happy. I just passed my Nclex on my third attempt with a great help from Dr Luther🎉🎉
I’m an RN in CA. I’ve been a nurse for 3 years. I work 40 hours a week. My current hourly wage is 67 per hour and my benefits are free, however, my rent is 3600 a month. The average 2 bdrm rental in my area is 3200 per month. The cost of living is outrageous hence the pay. Sounds like you’re getting a better deal.
Mzgail32 thanks so much for watching, and sharing. We took our daughters to CA for Spring Break this year. We found that things we would buy back was triple, and in some cases quadruple the cost😩 Again, thanks for sharing! Happy Monday ☀️
Getting paid around the same in OR and my rent is 1200 a month for 2 bed room and no state tax..
I'm a RN in California and agree the rent is ridiculous I'm a nurse earn $110,000 a year and can't afford to buy a home
Dang! That "however" is something else! I can't imagine paying that much rent!
Thanks for sharing! Q
I worked as a nurse in California for 10 years. I worked in the Bay Area for Kaiser Permanente. Kaiser Permanente nurses probably make the most money of any nurses out there. When I left in 2017, my base pay was $76.05. Overtime paid well. We worked eight hour shifts. Work double shift, it was time and a half for the first four hours and double time for the last four hours. If you worked for 16 hours, you were paid for 22. Then you had third weekend pay, if you were called in on your weekend off, the next scheduled weekend was double time for both Saturday and Sunday. Double tine and a half for all holidays - New Years Day, MLK Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. I was great, most money I every made. But here's the downside, you still can't afford a decent home. State taxes are 10% and you're in a higher tax bracket. I left in 2017 just because it was too expensive. I moved back to St. Louis make a little bit less money, but at least I have a home. And to reference your last video, yes the nurses out there do like to spend their money and still complain they don't make enough...lol
WOW!! Yes the house in CA is unreal. Thanks for watching and sharing your story ❤️
Do you mind saying how much you made for the year and what you paid in rent/mortage? I am considering moving to CA and I would like to gain a better perspective of what to expect.
@@Baby1Bone when I first moved there in 2008 I was paying $1225 for a small one bedroom apartment in Santa Clara CA. That same apt, in 2023 that same is I’m sure well close to $3000, probably more. In the 10 years I was there, I averaged about $190K. Again, it’s different now. And everything is based on seniority, only the more the more senior nurses are offered overtime and third weekend, if you’re new, plan on being at the bottom for at least 3 or 4 years. As far as travel nursing, know your shit! They will not help you and you will always get the worst assignments. As far as they established nurses are concerned, travelers are the enemy. No travelers means they can negotiate their union contract easier. The average house is well over $1M, that’s if you can afford to outbid everyone by at least 25% over asking. I certainly wouldn’t move out there now is a Nnurse unless I was a traveler and they were paying for everything and just work and save up a bunch of money. That’s my best advice. Yes, travelers are treated like dog shit, but if you don’t plan on staying out there, who cares
I joined the Navy knowing I wanted to become a nurse. They pay for my school now I am at a community college in California 1/4 of the way through a nursing program with 0 debt thanks to the military benefits for students. Definetly a different route than most people take but definetly an option for some people.
Congratulations 🎉❤️
That's awesome! How long were you in the Navy for before you could receive the benefits?
Right! I’m thinking about finishing My degree doing 20. Nurses don’t have good retirement that’s what’s stopping me from getting out.
New to your channel. I’m an LVN for 14 years. Trying to finish my prerequisites for RN program. I take home $2,100 every 2 weeks. Live in California
That’s great pay!! Yessssss get that RN❤️ Thanks for watching, and sharing 😊
I’m a truck driver in CA Los Angeles County making 36/hr. My rent is 1250/ month and I split it with 3 others. It’s a 2 bedroom house. My last 2 bedroom apartment was 1500 which I split with my parents. CA rent can be expensive but there’s plenty of great deals out here too. I can’t wait to start rn school! Thank you for the content Tawanda!
Thanks for watching, and sharing your story ❤️
What cities were you finding this cheap housing in?
Hey have you started nursing school ? I got my CDL about 3 years ago and I’m currently in a nursing program. Hopefully you made that transition, keep going 🩷🩷
Just applied to a home health position with a $15k sign on bonus. I am ready to get out of the hospital. One of my friend works for the same company and does 9-2pm and goes home to chart the rest of the time. Please sign me up!
Hi Iya! WOW!! It is so important that we all know when it’s time to step away. Home Health has it challenges. However, I’m sure it’ll be a cake walk once you get the hang of things. Keep me updated on your HH journey. Iya thanks for watching, and commenting ☺️
Keep preaching the debt free message. Carrying debt is a major burden and it's self imposed. It's not what you make, it's what you spend. Loved your other video about all the broke nurses, doctors and other high earning professionals. And you are funny, too. Lol
Thanks for watching 😊
Im only 4min in and already reconsidering my job. You had me at never working 8hrs😅❤
We gotta get you out of there!!!!
@@AccordingToTawanda sure do😩
I’m loving all of your advice❤️
dregeminin1 I’m glad you are enjoying the content!! Thanks for watching, and commenting 😊
I’m an insurance nurse and I make $34 an hour. Roughly $84,000 a year. I work from home. Much less than the nurses who are on the floor or home health. My take home $4200 a month but I contribute almost 20% into my 401(k). So my pay would be much more. I live in Arizona
That’s the way to do it! All while working from the comfort of your home 🏡❤️
@@AccordingToTawanda I forgot. I also teach a CNA class as my side hustle. I make $30 an hour teaching 2 days a week. Last year between my regular job and side hustle I made $102,000. 😉
@@loveandjoy810 Yessssss! You killing IT❤️👏🏾
$34/hr is $70k tho based on 40 hours of work. Unless you’ve been working OT or getting bonus
@@salmahsjourney3801 OMG! I went into my payroll because I haven’t checked it in a while. I actually make $87,000.😱 So that would be $41 an hour not $34. 🤦🏾♀️🤷🏽♀️. Where did I get $34? I have no idea. You’re right. The first numbers had the math not mathing. 😂. I make more than I thought at my main job. Thanks for pointing that out or I would have never caught it.
Some questions:
Do you ever feel unsafe going into patients’ homes? Are you exposed to bedbugs, second hand smoke, etc? Can you write off a portion of your vehicle? Does your job require heavy lifting?
Hi M!! Honestly I have never felt unsafe in any patients home. I usually communicate with my husband throughout the day. He is always aware of my schedule. My husband also knows that it is very rare not to have some form of communication from me in between parties. I have never been exposed of bed bugs that I am aware. I have been in homes that are not the tidiest, and a couple hoarder homes. I’ve never had a patient or family to smoke while I was in the home. However, I can smell and tell if someone in a home smokes. My job requires minimal lifting. The most I’ve lifted in the position is a lower extremity. However, I’m sure other people have different experiences. Write-offs have change a lot from when I did HH years ago. My solid answer is no. If you work under a 1099 it will allow write offs. A lot people work under 1099 in HH.
I hope these answers help. Thanks for watching, and commenting 😊
Hello Twanda, I just said at the end of the video “ I love this woman “ now this is some wise woman! You are an example for me. Thanks for sharing this.
Awwww Mak Ella thanks so much for the love! Thanks for watching, and commenting 😊
I left clinic nursing as LPN in NYC to go into home care visits. The pay was 30k higher with option of overtime putting me into 3 figures easy still without the stress and not working full 8 hrs. I do plan on transitioning into a RN role after passing NCLEX next spring. Thank you for sharing.
Keyana the flexibility, and decreased stress in home care is unmatched!! Yes Girllllll get that RN👏🏾👏🏾 Thanks for watching, and sharing your experiences 😊
Awesome 😎 information. Nursing is stressful and 12 hours shifts are exhausting and nerve racking despite the pay. Thanks for offering alternative forms of nursing and savings.
Absolutely!! Thanks for watching 😊
Tawanda has a beautiful attitude about life. When we are doing work that we enjoy it feels like we could do it for free. It is all about positive attitude.
You are to kind❤️
Right, and nursing isn't for everyone.
Your killing it!!! Look at you go !! Your hard work is paying off!! Be so proud!
Salaries in the North and South of California is totally different. Nurses in the North can easily make 200,000. Cost of living is higher.
Thanks for watching 😊
East Bay Sutter Nurse, base hourly $89 hr, with 6 years experience, BSN. Basic health insurance no cost to me and dependents. I work 3-4 days 8 hours a week. Anything over 8 hrs is time and a half. Evening diff $8.18, night diff $13, weekend diff $3, float diff $3. I also do concierge nursing Bay Area between $80-$130 hr, shifts drop in visit 30-60min, 8hr, 12hr.
The only reason why I stay in Cali is due to patient ratios for now. The state is so expensive and is becoming caotic. It can be unsafe here in certain cities with all these laws that protect crime, homeless everywhere (mental health issues out of control), drug problems, etc. The money appears good but the taxes are so high plus the cost of living... ridiculous!
Mary yes I’ve heard about the cost of housing and taxes. Was in Cali this year and I was surprised at the homelessness 😔
Great video! I'm going to share this video. Thanks for the information.
Thanks for watching, and sharing 😊
I used to be a nurse in California. I made $40 /hour in 1999. Moved t Washington State.Currently with 20+ years in nursing, I currenlty make about $75/hr, at base. We are about as expensive as California. If I was in California, however, my base would be about $110/hr
Both are great rates! Most states are still paying in the 30s😩 Thanks for watching, and sharing 😊
Excellent money for 1999. It is so funny to hear these 20 somethings complaining about salary when they lack experience. I just saw a video of one saying she was not making enough.
Yes, girl. You are a boss.
Thanks Brittany!! Thanks for watching 😊
nursing student in california here and yes the minimum is like 40 an hour we start off with i think? but like another person said the rent is CRAZY. its at least 2700 a month for a decent studio apt if you don't want to live in a dangerous area with roaches everywhere :/ and good luck buying a house lol
WOW!!!! The price of housing in America is insane. Congratulations on nursing school 🎉When do you finish? Thanks for watching, and adding to the conversation 😊
@@AccordingToTawanda just finished my first year so 1 one more 😭😢its hardddddd and stressful, i still have ptsd thinking i have a test to take lolll
@@amaliasafaryan4256 I pray things get better soon 🙏🏾
I’m California, they offer 8 hour shifts. And anytime over 8 hours, is time and a half and anything over 12 hours is double time and a half….
WOW! Amazing!! Thanks for watching 😊
As an RN, the only reason it feels like you're volunteering is 100% related to your skill level.❤
So TRUE! Thanks for watching 😊
Started working in UC San Francisco. They pay great. They also considered my non-US experience. Offered me $93/hr base pay plus 16% night diff since I was hired as a night shift nurse. 3 shifts/12 hours. 3 patients per nurse (transitional care unit. Annual salary estimate around $201k
That’s AMAZING 😊
Wow did you get the job from overseas?
Just found your channel. Just accepted a job as a HH nurse. Little nervous been a RN for 3 years. Going to binge watch your videos. Question are you on call at all?
New subscriber.
@@honeybee0503 Hi😊Congratulations on your journey! No I am not on call. I work PRN as an admissions nurse. Once I accept my patients and admit them I am done for the day. On call works differently for each company that I work for. However, as a PRN employee I’m never on call. I will discuss this topic in an upcoming video. Let me if you have any other questions I can answer.
Welcome to the channel 🎉
This was SO HELPFUL! Sorry for all the comments but I gotta talk to you throughout the video 😅 so I don’t forget
Girllllll you got me hollering🤣🤣🤣🤣 No we gotta talk, talk!! I can give you my email address so I can give you my Google phone number.
@@AccordingToTawanda yess sounds good. It’s wild out in these nursing streets 😓😅
@@insideanurse Girlllll The Wild, Wild, WEST!!!!!!
@@insideanurse Tawandashepard@ymail.com
That MIGHT equal your pay out there in California.
California nurses have a strong union and have political support. Hence the reason for legislation and support on nurse to pt ratios. Use your license to secure a great salary. Do your due diligence in negotiations of your pay.
Amen👏🏾👏🏾 Thanks for watching and adding to the conversation 😊❤️
I don’t know if NCLEX is Worth spending all my life time for because i have tried youtube l associates and some others and still failed 4 attempt. I feel so frustrated don't know what to do anymore don’t even have time for my own kids any more 💔💔💔😔😔.
Nclex might seem so tough to pass but studying very hard is a very vital skill to win trust me
Chi Chi DO NOT GIVE UP!!!!!! With God all things are possible!! You will be in my prayers 🙏🏾Thanks for watching 😊Soon you will CELEBRATE 🎉🙏🏾
Ernest so TRUE! Thanks for watching😊
Agustin thanks for watching 😊
@ Correct, everyone has a different fate
I cant wait for the investment video. I do get some taken out of check but I know I am not doing as much as I should /can to get the full benefit
I got you!
Thank you for this VIDEO !!no one talks about nursing in CHICAGO!!which kinda sucks
@@djbabygggudani7911 My pleasure!! I’m from Chicago. I live in the suburbs outside of the city now? Are you a Nurse?
Thank you for teaching 💛🙏🏾
You are so welcome! Thanks for watching 😊
Hi Sis, just discovered your channel today and am enjoying. I’m a HH nurse in the Raleigh, NC area. Are you able to share what documentation system you are using? I understand if you can’t. It seems a lot more efficient than the one that we use.
We use HCHB. I’ll check to make sure they don’t give you a channel strike. If it’s okay I’ll create a video on it. Thanks for watching 😊
Thank you so much for sharing and being open about how much you get paid! Can you share which HH company you work for?
Hi Divi, thanks for watching and commenting. For privacy reasons I don’t share my workplace. However, you can email me and I will share a few companies with excellent rates for experienced HH Nurses. Tawandashepard@ymail.com
FYI: That’s a y in email. It’s commonly mistaken for a g.
The cost of living comparison is in order with the pay.
True! Thanks for watching 😊
New suburban here 😊. But I’m so close to IL Ima have to switch over lol! Great information! I’m already in home health….
Come on over Sheana 😁Thanks for watching!
The offset is the cost of living. I lived in CA (Roseville, CA) it's much cheaper than Sacramento and much much cheaper than San Fran and LA, But still, very expensive!!!
Thanks for watching 😊
I knew you were from Illinois lol i can hear it in your voice 😂 I’m from Joliet! I absolutely love your page thanks for sharing your knowledge ❤
WOW!! I’m in Joliet OFTEN!!! Thanks so much for watching ❤️😊
What up? Glendale Heights in the house 😊❤
@@PD-fe7dz Hey Glendale Heights❤️🤗
@@AccordingToTawanda I tell you chillllle, I left nursing to work at the PO 😁😁
@@PD-fe7dz 😂😂😂I feel you!!
I’m thinking about becoming one but honestly I don’t know but I do know I need to get a career in something fast that pay decent money!!😩😩
Definitely give it some thought. Nurse has many advantages. Thanks for watching 😊❤️
@@AccordingToTawanda what else you think pay good that don’t require a lot of schooling?🤔
@@redpooh5I need this answer too
God is awesome! Favor of God is upon you because you are a n awesome individual! I dont know you, but I can tell you are a great caring person!
Awww! Thank so much ❤️
You have to keep in mind love that the cost of living in each state is different also the cost of living in different cities will also be different
Definitely true! Thanks for watching 😊
great content!!!
Love your channel
Awwwww Thanks❤️
How did you start your career as an admission home health nurse? Love your video! I am thinking about changing my nursing specialty.
Hi, honestly admissions are what I enjoy do the most. When I was approached about this position it was the only thing I was willing to agree to. You do need a good understanding of the OASIS charting for this position. That comes over time. Thanks for the great question, and thanks for watching 😊
Thank you for sharing ❤ Do you live near Chicago?
I’m not far from Chicago. I live in a suburb outside of Chicago. Thanks for watching 😊
All the hard work, working 2 full time jobs are going to the State and the federal Taxes. I
Annou taxes are the WORST!! Thanks for watching, and commenting 😊
Very informative, .Can a new nurse work the type of job you have or do you need more experience?
Thanks for watching! 😊Check out this video. I share my thoughts on New Grad Nurses and Home Health th-cam.com/video/hUNnhm9mbhA/w-d-xo.html&feature=sharec
Good morning Tawanda! Do you mind referring your income tax person or how do you go about finding an income tax strategist?? 😅😅 I need one asap..a person who actually knows what they are talking about. My goal has always been trying to keep as most money as I can in my pockets...legally😅
I will see if she is taking new clients. Please email me at Accordingtotawanda@gmail.com to remind me. Yes we want to do it the right way. Thanks for watching.
@AccordingToTawanda I am a travel nurse and also interested to know about your income tax strategist. Do you mind if I email you?
Awesome video, what's the company that you work for.? Thanks
Hi Joyce, I’m sorry I don’t share my company for privacy reasons. Thanks for watching ❤️
Thanks for sharing
Sakina thanks for watching, and commenting 😊
Actually the higher paying jobs are not bedside. We all know that bedside pays scantly. Theres a ton of money in case management, hospice, home health, desk nursing make your own hours jobs, tele health advice nurse is golden.
Definitely so many opportunities for nurses to increase our income. Thanks for watching and commenting ❤️
I am thinking about transitioning to home health nurse. In Indiana, waiting for my Illinois license now. Can you tell me your rates for home health?
Hi Dana, email me at: Accordingtotawanda@gmail.com
Thanks for watching!!
That is if you do 5 SOC 3x/week.
Hi Kelly, my position is a salary position. I get paid regardless. Some companies pay fee per visit (SOC) for this position. Thanks for watching, and commenting😊
I think a lot of nurses live above their means bc a lot of nurses complain about pay no matter the state. It’s all about financial literacy and your lifestyle.
I need to come there. They don’t pay that much for SOC here and now they trying to pay less. That’s good pay. I could kill it there. I’m done with visit and charting in about 1 hr 15-30 minutes. I chart during each visit in the home
Not trying to pay less👎🏾Thanks for watching 😊
I’m a new nurse LVN in CA and I don’t make jack 😭 but we’ll see… it’s my first month 😅
Let’s see what those first few paychecks look like 🤗
Thank you!!!
My pleasure! Thanks for watching 😊
Is your job hiring ???😂..no..but seriously??..I had 2 foot surgeries this year and looking to leave floor nursing..it’s too hard on the body ..wanted to do home health but heard conflicting stories ..I’m ready to do something different..thank you soo much for this information.. I definitely need to budget and wrk smarter more harder
Hi, email me at Accordingtotawanda@gmail.com
Thanks for watching 😊
Hey, what is the name of your company?? It’s pays well ❤
Now I don’t feel guilty about not wanting to work 8 hours a day. 😂
You definitely shouldn’t feel guilty 😂
I’m here in michigan and I been doing Homecare 11 year, over 100k every year😊
Yessssss! Love IT!!!!!!😁 Thanks for watching and sharing your story ❤️
Wow I’m a nurse in the DMV I make 75/hr … I need to look into home care… but I chose not to because I didn’t want to be in peoples home . What is the title of the job should I just look up home care nurse on indeed ?
@@Amor09876 RN case manager for home health. look for that position
@@Amor09876 I’m a Home Health Admissions Nurse
Girl yes, but the cost of living here is super high so really it doesn't add up when I lived in Texas and Michigan I made must less but could live better because of the cost of living was much less!!!
So no on call is required? How were you able to only work 3 days a week? This is like what I'm looking for.
Hi Robin, no I don’t have any on call. I will give an update regarding my position in an upcoming video. I have been getting tons of similar questions. I’ll try to get the video out this week. Thanks for watching 😊
I started as an RN 52.99/hr I make 60 now. Different job, but I feel like I should make 100 to 150/hr they make millions off our small fraction. ❤ I work in northern CA I work 3 12hr shifts.
Thanks for watching 😊
We all want more money. It probably depends on your union and if it's difficult to replace or supplement the position. There is a change going on where people are being replaced with robotic services and applications that can do redundant procedures. They use more robots in Europe than they do over here in America
@@Mark-pz3lqyou can’t replace an RN with a robot…
@@Surgzown they have robots doing nursing duties already in other countries.
@@Mark-pz3lqyou watched a video of robots doing nursing duties? Are you serious? Explain to us what duties you’ve seen a robot do in the place of a human…
Nice video but remember you are comparing your salary to a new grad as an experienced nurse we make way more the 124. Great video
Yes we do. It’s just a fun comparison to let nurses know the kinda money they can eventually make. Thanks for watching 😊
I did payroll for California they get paid ot after 8 hrs a day.
That’s amazing!!
Wow. They pay alot for home care.
One of the many perks! Thanks for watching 😁
You said you could count on one hand how many times you did 5 start care so I would say $160*4 is a more realistic daily salary
No I’m a salary employee. I get paid for my 5 regardless of how many start of cares I do. Thanks for watching 😊❤️
@@AccordingToTawandawould you ever share the company you’re working with?
You've got a Zimbabwean name, are you Zimbabwean?
Hi, no I’m was born in America. Thanks for watching, and the great question. I get asked about my name often 😊
Question how did you find a income tax strategist? And do you pay out of pocket for health insurance?
Hi Nicole usually private income tax preparers off this service. I hope this helps. Thanks for watching 😊
I’ll be moving back to IL, what company is the best for home health?
Great! Email me at: Accordingtotawanda@gmail.com and I will help you with companies in your local area. Have you ever done HH?
@@AccordingToTawanda I’ve worked for a home health company but not as an RN but I’ve seen how it goes for the most part lol
@@mrsmetoo92 Great!! The big difference will be that now you can do SOCs. Definitely keep in touch!
I think the cost of living is higher in Cali than us Illinois nurses
Definitely higher.
What is name of the company you use for the income strategist?
Rosaline, I’m reaching out to her to see if she’s accepting clients. Will definitely respond to your email when I hear from her. Thanks so much for watching 😊
How did you obtain a six figure part time job ? Can you do a video on that
Sure! However, if you want to email me at Accordingtotawanda@gmail.com we can chat. Thanks for watching 😊
According to zip recruiter, the average RN salary in IL is 85K You're making 20k more than that. The RNs in CA are making more than what's listen on zip recruiter as well lol. You did an apples to oranges comparison here.
I actually make 40K more than the average salary for RNs in Illinois. Definitely 🍎 to 🍊
Factor in the California cost of living!
Totally understandable! Thanks for watching 😊
In nyc nurses get paid 48 an hour. Every year 3% raise.
Thanks for sharing ❤️
Can you tell us how to find jobs like yours
Such great info. I worked in hh in the Chicago suburbs doing similar work as you. It was very easy and i too never worked more than 5 hours a day lol
Very cool! Lauren it the BEST!! Thanks for watching 🤗
Hey !! I’m in Illinois is your job hiring ? 😩
I wanna be like you 😄
Sara you got THIS!! Thanks for watching 😊
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Tru K thanks for watching 😊
Tell me more about your job sound interesting, I’m a surgical assistant and circulating nurse in surgery.
I am a Home Health Admissions Nurse. Basically intake, general assessment , and education for patients and family members
New subscriber 🎉🎉🎉🎉
Nicole thanks for subbing! Thanks for watching 😊
Are you a bsn and a case manager ?
Ginger and Spice I only do SOCs. Case Management is not my thing. Thanks for watching, and commenting😊
The reason Cali's salary is so high because cost of living is INSANE in California. Don't listen to that California salary thinking it's rainbows and butterflies after taxes, housing, utilities and basic necessities that mess is more equivalent to that 80K average.
Nicole you are absolutely correct!!!!! I used it as a comparison. We went to California for my daughters Spring Break this year. Common things was almost triple the price there🤦🏽♀️ Thanks for watching, and commenting 😊
Not true.
@damariscampos4006 I just moved from California to Hawaii. Yes, very true 👍
@@nicolewin4180 Hawaii that’s exciting! Thanks for watching 😊
@@nicolewin4180wait, you complain about the cost of living in California but then move to a state that has a higher cost of living? Something isn’t adding up
Im literally trying to do exactly what you do here in California. My checks are supplemental to my household but I’m trying to smash theses bills quickly.
What’s your email again? I need direct access to your brain 😅
Hey Sheryl, email me: Accordingtotawanda@gmail.com
Income strategist is wild ... provide resources
That’s kinda a title she’s given herself. Pretty much means she’s experienced in her field. Thanks for watching 😊
I would love to chat with you about investments. Before taxes vs after taxes. As well as another side over funding your 401k. There are some dynamic other things that can be done that the wealthy use. I'm in the west burbs of Chicago 🙂 Ohhh, and the debt free journey, I really can show you some things.
Great video
Thanks for watching! We will discuss these topic on the upcoming TH-cam Live. I will be announcing the date and time soon. Thanks for watching ❤️
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Thanks for watching 😊
I am in the wrong state W.V. they pay the least..
Oh no! Thanks for watching 😊
Do you owe the government at the end of the year?
This year my return was literally $7.00. In the past I have paid slightly over $100.00. Thanks for watching 😊
I really want a great paying career in healthcare but I don't think I have the strength to be a nurse, I was working my way to a nursing program but I'm reconsidering, do you have any suggestions of other paths I could take? Things that are maybe a bit more behind the scenes, I have social anxiety and have a passion for healthcare but don't really think I'd make a strong nurse, I don't want to be stuck in a career that is low paying either.
The main suggestion is to decide what career path you want and create a plan. Thanks for watching 😊
Sis I love your video I live in Florida I need to look in to moving
Salome thanks! I’m glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for watching, and commenting😊
I would rent a room in California save my money for at least 2 to years. Then id leave and take my money.
I stay in California because of the nurse to patient ratio and the fact that I make 95.00/hr. The hospital gives us cna's 24/7 as well as resource nurses each shift to give us breaks because California is strict on breaks and we get penalty pay if even one 15 min break is missed. The resource nurse breaks us, does our admissuons, our blood sugars etc and basically picks up the slack. I work 2 jobs and I am not stressed at either job I have. This is why California is awesone for nurses
Jade this is AMAZING!!!! Thank you so much for sharing, and thanks for watching ❤️
what hospital?😊
@@Aflutter86 dignity health
Don't forget the cost of living in Cali..... ridiculous
True!! Thanks for watching 😊
No disrespect but I'm a sucker for black women with a beautiful smile 😊
Thanks for watching 😊
@@AccordingToTawanda I wish i met you years ago 🤎
After using uworld twice and failing, I never knew I could ever pass the nclex but today I am very happy. I just passed my Nclex on my third attempt with a great help from Dr Luther🎉🎉
i keep seeing nursing videos 😂 i literally have to sit down for 30 minutes after seeing a needle. what ai trojan thinks i can be a nurse? 😂
Hilarious 😂😂😂