When Nurses Receive Their Due

Most nurses will readily admit that they didn't choose nursing because of the astronomically high paychecks. Sure, nursing can be a relatively remunerative career, but there are plenty of other professions that are significantly more financially rewarding (and free of some of the challenges that nurses face on a daily basis). So, what if nurses were paid a whole lot more in exchange for saving ---and otherwise improving---the lives of a grateful public? Multimillion Dollar PlayersWe all know that entertainers and athletes make a lot of money, whether it's deserved or not. NFL players sign multimillion dollar contracts in return for throwing and catching a ball (and, admittedly, running a lot), and singers and entertainers rake in millions in exchange for strumming their guitars, singing, dancing, and cavorting on stage and in music videos. Meanwhile, we all know that actors also make multimillions. And let's not forget those lucrative product endorsements. Don't get me wrong. Sports and the arts contribute greatly to the fabric of societies the world over, and there are many individuals who could honestly say that a song or movie saved their life (whether literally or figuratively, that's up to you to decide). While I'm not a sports fan, many fans would likely share that the joy of watching a very exciting game allows them to forget their troubles for a few hours, transporting them into a blissful realm of communal celebration. So, if those who entertain us and thrill us earn...
Source: Digital Doorway - Category: Nurses Tags: nurse nurses nursing Source Type: blogs