Job interview and offers

tryingtohaveitall · Apr 20, 2013

You are fine. You've said you're interested, which you are, but haven't committed. Likewise, they have said they are interested but haven't committed. Don't believe anything til it's official and get it in writing. Good luck!

Aussierules1985 · Apr 20, 2013

Agree with the above, never feel bad; they are doing the same thing. Realize that as we look for multiple job opportunities they look at multiple candidates. And believe me until its on paper, interest is interest, don't decline anything until you know what they're offering, or you've found a better offer elsewhere.

PS contracts are a big deal, until its signed its not valid, from someone who worked at a private owned clinic, its rather annoying working without any official guidelines.

PPS make sure you know what your getting into contractually.

lynn5707 · Apr 20, 2013

Thanks for the replies. I think one reason I am feeling guilty is I had told the nurse recruiter in one position that I had mixed emotions, and then a couple of days later the manager emailed me saying she wanted to extend an offer if I was interested. But, like you all said, there is nothing in writing, shoot, nothing even verbally on pay, etc. one company does have a non-compete, which I told them was too vague and I feel would make me unemployable for two years and I would not sign unless it is dropped or changed.

This is all exciting and scary. Another question, as happy as I am to be almost done, I am feeling a little sad too. Did anyone else have that feeling? Idk if it is because of the exam, trying to figure out jobs, etc???

Thanks!

Annaiya, NP · Apr 21, 2013

Your situation sounds great to me. Get everyone to give you a written offer and then use the other offers to negotiate what you want at the place you're most interested in. No one expects you to only consider 1 job opening as a new grad. You need to find the job that is the best fit for you. If you are signing contracts consider having an attorney look them over before you sign, especially non-competes. It seems really strange to have that as a health care provider. It isn't like you have inside company knowledge that you could take to a competitor...

And I am definitely not sad to be finishing school and my RN career. I can't wait to move on to the next phase:)

lynn5707 · Apr 21, 2013

Thanks for the response. I am very, very happy to be finishing school, but noticed this past week just feeling a little blue. I walked/ran today for 14 miles and that helped!

I think I just want to know what I am going to be doing job wise, this process takes so long. I also want the exam finished. I may be putting too much pressure on myself, idk.

Thanks again!

joanna73, BSN, RN · Apr 21, 2013

Until you've received a letter of offer and signed it, nothing is official. Do what you feel is best because the employer certainly will.

JeanettePNP, MSN, RN, NP · Apr 21, 2013

Non compete clauses make sense in healthcare because what's stopping you from leaving and taking your patients with you

Aussierules1985 · Apr 22, 2013

The non-compete clauses are huge, they have them for their own safety. Most clinics don't want to promote you, then as said before take their patients all away, it shouldn't be a concern, it normally means you can't go make a clinic within a time frame in that area, just verify the contract if you're still interested, make sure it leaves out WORKING in another clinic, always read the offer.

lynn5707 · Apr 22, 2013

As far as the non compete, it includes about 6 counties, and states they can addas their business expands. This is for nursing homes. It says also, cannot work for any direct or indirect competitor. So I had told them they are too vague, and too large an area. Idk what the other ones say.

Annaiya, NP · Apr 23, 2013

As far as the non compete it includes about 6 counties, and states they can addas their business expands. This is for nursing homes. It says also, cannot work for any direct or indirect competitor. So I had told them they are too vague, and too large an area. Idk what the other ones say.[/quote']
I haven't heard of non-competes for NPs. Do the physicians sign the same contracts? I think you're smart not signing that it seems like it wouldn't allow you to get another job in the area. I can see preventing you taking clients with you but not a blanket statement that you can't work. At least not without you getting something other than just a job in return!

harmonizer · Apr 23, 2013

I think you're smart not signing that it seems like it wouldn't allow you to get another job in the area. I can see preventing you taking clients with you but not a blanket statement that you can't work. At least not without you getting something other than just a job in return!

I agree. I am glad that I did not work for the company that require me to sign one. Even 90 advanced notice is horrible. Who know six months or one year from now.. you night get better offer from other company around the area. Our salary does not even come close to physician or even have the independent practice in most states so I really think non-compete clause is really too much for them to demand for.

For me, flexibility/fluidity is the key in this field. I want to be able to move on readily when I see better opportunities. Personally, I would rather work as a contractor or locum tenen rather than signing the contract. Unless you really work for a very stable organization (eg. VA or very good hospital), it is not worth sign on esp. the one that does not allow you to employ anywhere else while you are with them (it limits your extra income) or does not allow you to work in the area after leaving them.

if you're still interested, make sure it leaves out WORKING in another clinic, always read the offer.

agree. They need to give a time frame. I still really think that the most employer should really ask for is that you do not solicit the patient for the clinic while working there..