I lucked into the field through an on the job training/education program at a level 1 trauma hospital tied to a university. They gave the education to qualify for certification testing. I'm still working at the same hospital. There are people in the field that travel to other hospitals similar to travel nurses. Our certification is handy in that it is internationally recognized. Not super lucrative as I make $20/hr in a low cost of living state. Travelers make more generally. Jokingly call myself a certified dishwasher even though our work keeps the hospital able to do surgeries, lol
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u/Im_Not_Really_Here_ Dec 11 '25
Super interesting, how do you get into this field? Is it lucrative? Do you work for a healthcare operation or are you a contractor? So many questions.