Nursing, B.S.
What Can You Do With This Major?
We gathered data from our past graduates and found that most URI alumni who majored in Nursing, B.S. go on to work in these industries among others.
Hospital
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Pediatric Nurse | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| ICU Nurse | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Emergency Room Nurse | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Neurology Nurse | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| NICU Nurse | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Oncology Nurse | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Emergency Nurse | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
| OR Nurse | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
| Critical Care Nurse | $ 90,000 - $ 99,000 |
| Senior Registered Nurse | $ 100,000 + |
Nursing Home/Home Health/Hospice
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Charge Nurse | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000 |
| Registered Nurse | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000 |
| Infection Control Coordinator | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Critical Care Nurse | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Step Down Nurse | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Hospice Nurse Case Manager | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
| Home Care Nurse | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
| Director of Care | $ 100,000 - $ 109,000 |
| Hospice Clinical Manager | $ 100,000 - $ 109,000 |
| Travel Nurse | $ 130,000 + |
Private/Primary Care/School
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| High Risk Obstetrics Nurse | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Risk Managment Specialist | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Primary Care Nurse | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| School Nurse | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Quality Improvement Nurse | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| School Nurse Educator | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
| Senior Primary Care Nurse | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
| Reginal Nurse Manager | $ 110,000 - $ 119,000 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $ 100,000 + |
| Advanced Practice Registered Nurse | $ 120,000 + |
Where Can You Find URI Graduates?
Many alumni who majored in Nursing, B.S. go on to pursue advanced degrees or careers across the globe.
Top Graduate Schools Enrolling Our Students
University of Rhode Island | Liberty University | Simmons University | Walden University | Wilkes University | Duke University | Rhode Island College | Aspen University | Chamberlain University | Johnson and Wales University
Top Employers Hiring Our Grads
Rhode Island Hospital | Lifespan | The Miriam Hospital | Massachusetts General Hospital | Beth Israel Deaconess Memorial Hospital | Women and Infants Hospital | Kent County Hospital | South County Hospital | Boston Children's Hospital | Brigham and Women's Hospital | Hasbro Children's Hospital | Newport Hospital | Yale-New Haven Hospital | Hartford Hospital | Butler Hospital | Lawrence and Memorial Hospital | Roger William Medical Center | Boston Medical Center | New York-Presbyterian Hospital | Tufts Medical Center
What Do Employers Look for in a Candidate?
Across all majors, employers want to hire recent graduates who have the core skills that lead to a successful career. Ask your academic advisor which courses introduce or build upon these 8 Career Readiness competencies. After that, your Career Education Specialist (CES) can help you demonstrate these acquired skills and experiences in your resume.
Career Readiness for All Majors:
- Critical thinking
- Oral and written communication
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Digital technology
- Professionalism
- Career and self development
- Equity and inclusion
Nursing, B.S. Skills:
These skills are recommended and ranked by URI alumni with this major.
- Basic Life Support
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Patient Safety
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Medical Surgical Nursing
Contact
Roosevelt Hall
90 Lower College Rd
Kingston, RI 02881
401.874.2993 (ph) / 401.874.5085 (f)
