Big Bonus offered

Here in WV several nurses have gotten letters from a hospital in Johnson City, Tn, offering BIG bonus for coming to work there. What is the inside scoop? I have passed through this area and cannot figure out why this is being offered. I was told that employment there is hard to come by and that the major employers are downsizing. Is this a scam or what? Any info would be appreciated, I have a friend who is ready to pack her bags. Have a great day.

I can tell you some info. It is the parent hospital to the one I work for, they are opening a big state of the art critical care unit. It is a big hospital that offers a lot of services and actually has a fairly decent reputation.They are also applying for magnet status. Yes the offer is legit. I don't know how much it is, unfortunately I am not eligible since I already work for this system.If you want any specifics I can try to answer them or find out for you

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I, too, rec'd a letter from a recruitment company for an "East-Tennessee Teaching hospital." The info sounded attractive...I'm simply not interested in moving my family.

Hi. can anyone tell me the bonus they are offering? Just curious to find out. thanks

Which hospital is it?

johnson city medical center.the hospital system is mountain states health alliance. jcmc is the mothership :)