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But yes, call tonight or go online to get professional Liability Insurance ( even if you were not a contract employee) you should be able to get quotes online for the major carriers like NSO & Marsh/ProLiability.
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Be prepared for your premium to be higher than expected as you are a 1099-contract nurse so you don't have any facility insurance to back you up. Don't forget that you are legally obligated to pay employment taxes to the IRS quarterly (and likely your state). Consider consulting with an accountant to ensure you meet your income tax obligation to avoid fines & fees later.
Thanks so much. I will definitely set money aside to cover taxes and call about insurance as well.
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Not all contractors are 1099. Discuss this with whoever does the payroll.
You are responsible for your practice no matter if you are a contractor or not.Find out what kind of coverage the employer has on you.
Yes, it does sound a little strange. If you are the only RN.. why are they bringing in a new grad? I am wishing the best for you.
But.... something is not quite right. ( Is this a privately owned for profit facility?)
Good luck, let us know how it goes.
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Not all contractors are 1099. Discuss this with whoever does the payroll.You are responsible for your practice no matter if you are a contractor or not.Find out what kind of coverage the employer has on you.
Yes, it does sound a little strange. If you are the only RN.. why are they bringing in a new grad? I am wishing the best for you.
But.... something is not quite right. ( Is this a privately owned for profit facility?)
Good luck, let us know how it goes.
Thank you! I decided not to take the position. I felt really worried about it last night, and did a good bit of research on independent contractors, which lead me to realize that I would have been putting myself (and clients) in a possible unsafe situation...
Appreciate your feedback! :-)
JustBeachyNurse, LPN
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Be prepared for your premium to be higher than expected as you are a 1099-contract nurse so you don't have any facility insurance to back you up. Don't forget that you are legally obligated to pay employment taxes to the IRS quarterly (and likely your state). Consider consulting with an accountant to ensure you meet your income tax obligation to avoid fines & fees later.