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Recently, a work friend of mine accepted a full-time staff ER position in a Union based hospital in the Bay area. He told me his rate will be $54/hr. He is a very experienced RN with 20+ years experience. I am wondering is this acurate the way things are going in Ntn Cal. I have been an RN working in SoCal with 13 years experience, I also work in a Union based hospital and make $20 less per hr. Is this accurate between the North and South? I look forward to some input. Thanks.

i admire your loyalty, but seriously loyalty does not pay the bills! trust me your position will be filled so get out of that dredded comfort zone and do what your heart desires. good luck;)

I hope you aware, some hospitals that have new grad programs do expect a long term commitment which usually includes a contract ie: 2 years. Really look at the fine print prior to any commitment. It also depends on your personal goals, ie specialty area? Look at where you see yourself in 3-5 years from now. As previous ED /CCU Director, I also recommend you do CEU'S or some updated certification Ie. IV cert, bridge class. Like any job, you are competing with fresh new grads, who who may have multiple certications, EKG, ACLS, PALS, etc. Just do what you can to better your resume'. Just don't rush into a decision, look at all options. Good Luck.:)