Ripped off?

Hi, I am a RN with a case manager job offer that came in at $26-27000. It is for an independent LTC program to keep the elderly in their homes as long as possible and provide a building where there are activities schedule (not by me) PT, OT, Speech Therapy, etc. in the same building. I would do case management for the participants. They have to be Medicare and LT facility eligible. Anyway, don't have any experience as a case manager so I thought I would ask. I have 6 months experience on the floor and then about a years worth PRN Private Duty nursing.

Doesn't that equal to about 12.50 an hour??

You are worth more than that! The salary is not enough for a RN. What state are you in?

I don't know where you are but I think it's low... but depends on how bad you want out of bedside this maybe an opportunity to learn something and be able to put it on your resume.... good luck

Are you working full time or part time? If you're working full time, that's not enough. If you're only expected to be there about 20 hours per week (about 1,040 hours per year), then it's okay. If you have to work less than 20 hours per week, it's good. It all depends on the amount of hours you need to work on a weekly basis.

I work for a program that does exactly the same thing. We case manage people who, without our services, would be at risk for nursing home placement. They must meet a level of care where they are nursing home eligible. When I was hired, I was told salary range is $38,000 to $46,000 to start. My company hires both RNs and LSWs. We work 37.5 hours a week and have 13 holidays off, 4 personal days, 3 weeks vacation and 2 weeks sick time every year. We can also flex so I only work 4 days a week.....its actually hard to find time to take vacation because I am only working 16 days per month! I came from a position that was paying me $10,000 more each year, but I worked over and never got paid for it. So, when I calculated the actual PER HOUR rate I was making, it is a lot better where I am now.

Actually, we are hiring case managers right now. Company is located in Cleveland, Ohio. Email me if you want more information.

I was offered a case managment postion working with the elderly in a large city area for 65,000 year. However, the benefits are limited. I basically have health insurance,but no 401K or pension etc... As far as salaries go, you have to consider several things befor deciding if you are being "ripped off": Consider the typical RN rates for your state. Are you getting any benefits? How many years nursing experience you have will effect the rate you will be offered. Does your employer have to train you or do you already have experience in the area your employer is hiring for? Is this experience valuable to you and do you see this opening up future opportunities for you? Are the scheduled working hours a better fit for you and your family?

Are you comfortable with the environment and the working conditions offered by this employer? What are typical case loads for the RN and does this sound good to you. I can tell you, I presently make more per hour than what I was offered, with profit sharing and 401K. However, I'm willing to trade it off for a better work/life balance and less stress. Good luck and remember to weigh all your options prior to deciding based on pay.