Based on salary data, radiology techs earn between $58,000 and $71,900, with a midsalary of $64,400, while RNs typically earn more. RNs generally make around $86,070 annually, so they tend to have higher salaries than radiology techs.
No, a Nurse Practitioner (NP) cannot become a cardiologist because cardiology is a medical specialty that requires a physician's medical degree (MD or DO) and completion of a specialized residency training in cardiology. Nurse Practitioners, including Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs), are advanced practice registered nurses who provide primary and some specialty care, but they do not undergo the extensive medical school and residency training required to become a cardiologist. However, NPs interested in cardiology can pursue certifications in cardiology-related areas or work collaboratively with cardiologists to provide specialized cardiac care. These certifications can enhance their expertise and improve job prospects within the field, but they do not qualify them to practice as cardiologists.