I have a second interview tomorrow for a DON position at a small nursing home (60 beds). I was wondering if someone could help me out about what salary to ask for when the subject comes up. The highest payed staff nurse gets $19/hour. I just graduated with my BSN. The previous interview went very well, and they seem extremely interested in me. I live 1 hour 15 minutes from the facility, which is located in a rural area. The facility seems like a nice place to work, however, because it is located in such a rural area, keeping staff nurses has been an issue. They always seem to be 1 or 2 nurses short at some time or another. The nurses presently there are dedicated and have been willing to work over-time frequently. Also, the facility has been offering nurses at another facility double time pay to work there when needed. Also, the facility has been without a DON for almost a year. What do you think? Is the job worth taking, and, if so, how much money should I request?