Salaries at underserved/community health centers/federally qualified health centers

RNmeee · Aug 3, 2017

I was recently offered 104k which is pretty standard for my area. I was told by one of my instructors to not short sell yourself just because they are community health. They still have the revenue. Some of the higher up positions even get bonuses. Benefits offered to me were not so great. I was expecting much more as a provider. The company said no negotiation because everything is standardized and same for all NPs within the company. But I dont see why you can't still negotiate.

adamRn79, BSN, RN · Aug 7, 2017

I was offered 84k in Northern Mass, with a productivity bonus based on RVU (whatever that is). Was told the same regarding negotiating due to a standardized salary schedule. I was expecting 100k as a new grad in Mass. They did come back with a 10,000 sign on bonus which is better than nothing but a higher salary is better. what city was your offer in?

Jules A, MSN · Aug 7, 2017

I was offered 84k in Northern Mass, with a productivity bonus based on RVU (whatever that is).

I'm hoping you are joking but if not you definitely need to figure out what the RVU set up it is as it might be significant.

allnurses Guide · Aug 7, 2017

I was offered 84k in Northern Mass, with a productivity bonus based on RVU (whatever that is). Was told the same regarding negotiating due to a standardized salary schedule. I was expecting 100k as a new grad in Mass. They did come back with a 10,000 sign on bonus which is better than nothing but a higher salary is better. what city was your offer in?

I was offered 84,000 at a community health center 8 years ago! Are you eligible for loan forgiveness?

adamRn79, BSN, RN · Aug 9, 2017

What state?

adamRn79, BSN, RN · Aug 9, 2017

I can apply for loan forgiveness but it's. Or guaranteed. I owe only $26k but I'd love to get it

allnurses Guide · Aug 9, 2017

What state?

i think you're referring to me. It's easier to know if you use the Quote feature.

I am in MA.

adamRn79, BSN, RN · Aug 9, 2017

i think you're referring to me. It's easier to know if you use the Quote feature.
I am in MA.

Which community health center was it? Did you accept it?

adamRn79, BSN, RN · Aug 9, 2017

I was recently offered 104k which is pretty standard for my area. I was told by one of my instructors to not short sell yourself just because they are community health. They still have the revenue. Some of the higher up positions even get bonuses. Benefits offered to me were not so great. I was expecting much more as a provider. The company said no negotiation because everything is standardized and same for all NPs within the company. But I dont see why you can't still negotiate.

What city or organization was it? Did you accept?

Owlgal · Aug 9, 2017

I'm hoping you are joking but if not you definitely need to figure out what the RVU set up it is as it might be significant.

RVU's are better, IMO, than a set salary. They've basically guaranteed you a base salary plus bonus based off productivity. It's the best of both worlds.

--Janet