Someone with insight into bonuses

Nurses General Nursing

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I have a question regarding a sign on bonus. And yes, I know they are few and far between. I took a job six months ago that came with a sign on bonus. Our census has plummeted and we have be getting called off every other shift for the past couple of months. I have decided to leave and take a job much closer to home. I know that contractually I owe the bonus back. However, since the contract was also based on my getting full-time hours, shouldn't there be some recourse as to maybe only owing a portion of it back? Going from 72 hours a pay period to 48 has taken quite a bite.

Thanks for any info.

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Specializes in Pedi.

What does your contract say specifically?

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It does not address in any way not being able to work full-time due to call-offs. Only if I choose not to work full time. Which was not the case. This has been an on-going situation for the past two months and doesn't show any indication of resolving any time soon. I have talked to HR and they are sending it up the ladder. HR lady seemed sympathetic and understanding but it's not her call to make. I am just trying to get all information possible in case I have to speak with someone above her position directly.

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Specializes in FNP, ONP.

I'd ask your own lawyer to read the contract and interpret it for you. I would not depend upon the hospital system to give you an unbiased interpretation of your legal obligation. Unless it is a very small sum of money at stake, it is surely worth the investment to pay an attorney for their expert opinion.

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I'd ask your own lawyer to read the contract and interpret it for you. I would not depend upon the hospital system to give you an unbiased interpretation of your legal obligation. Unless it is a very small sum of money at stake, it is surely worth the investment to pay an attorney for their expert opinion.

I agree. The hospital will interpret the contract in their favor, not yours. I'd rather pay a bit to a lawyer vs paying a big bonus back.

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That was my next step. Thanks : )

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