Why do nurses enter informatics programs and what kinds of careers do they pursue?
The nurses who typically enter the program [at UCSF] are interested in harnessing technology to make a difference in nursing practice. A number of our graduates work in industry. They may work with companies that build electronic health records. Within the company, theyre involved in areas like system development, project management, and user training. We also have people who end up in a clinical setting as a systems analyst or as a liaison between the department of nursing and the information systems department. Others work in consumer health informatics. Theyre involved in designing content for consumer education. There are lots of jobs and wonderful opportunities. Q: What is the salary range for a nurse with an advanced degree in informatics? A: Salaries begin at around $60,000 and can range up to $200,000 or more for some consultants.
