Summary
Many nurses in the U.S. are taking on extra jobs to earn more money because of high education costs and living expenses. A study found that most nurses have side jobs, and a recent change by the Department of Education means they might get smaller student loans. Nurses are concerned about financial stability and have been involved in efforts to change this policy.
Key Facts
- A study by St. Thomas University reveals four out of five nurses have side jobs.
- Nearly half of these side jobs started in the last one to three years.
- Side jobs make up about 17% of a nurse's total earnings.
- Popular side jobs include selling products, travel nursing, rideshare, and content creation.
- Inflation and high living costs led 71% of nurses to find side jobs.
- 28% of nurses feel their main job income is enough.
- A petition to change a policy on student loans for nursing attracted over 200,000 signatures.
- The study surveyed 182 nurses across the U.S. in August 2025.
