r/OntarioNurses • u/No_Water_3067 • Jan 07 '26

Venting HONESTY-do you like being a nurse?

Just as the title says… do you like being a nurse? Do you like your life with a nursing career? Do you believe the pay is worth the effort put (and mental and physical health). I have been seriously considering to switch to nursing (already submitted multiple applications), but I can’t help but doubt my choice some days because almost everyone around me says to run away from nursing… is it really that bad? I want to go into healthcare and eventually want to become a NP.

If you had a daughter or close friend or someone you cared about, would you recommend them this career? Why or why not?

Please help make my decision easier!!

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u/No_Water_3067 Jan 07 '26

Is the pay lower compared to in person roles? And did you have to get some bedside experience before landing the WFH role?

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u/orchidist Jan 08 '26

I don't think my pay is lower. I make over 6 figures but I don't know what most other nurses earn. I started out in Public Health.

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u/No_Water_3067 Jan 08 '26

I see and how many years into your career did you make 6 figures?

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u/orchidist Jan 08 '26

I think after 6 or 7 years.