They want my salary requirement--help!

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Okay, so as a soon-to-be grad this is all new to me. I'm applying for an RN position in NH, and they're asking for my salary requirement (online application). I'm just not used to this and am not sure which way to go. Should I put the lower end of the scale (seems to be about $22/hour, although it's hard to tell) or a bit more (say $25/hour), or would that "price me out" of a job before I even get a chance? I have no idea if they'll even look at a new grad, but you gotta try, right? The main worry right now is how to answer that stinkin' question--how much do I want?!?!?:eek: Any and all advice gratefully received. :nurse:

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Specializes in Emergency.

I always put "negotiable" in that line. Never been turned away from a job for putting that either.

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Specializes in Step Down.

I was told by nursing recruiters to put "negotiable" and when interviewed and asked that question, say "I would accept whatever you feel is fair for a new graduate".

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Thanks guys. I'll definitely try that. :)

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Can you call HR and ask what their new grad rate is? You definitely don't want to price yourself out and there's a good chance that the new grad salary is completely non-negotiable.

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Can you call HR and ask what their new grad rate is? You definitely don't want to price yourself out and there's a good chance that the new grad salary is completely non-negotiable.

That's good thinking. I'm not even sure that they have a new grad program at the moment (just taking a chance with the job posting because it says experience preferred as opposed to required), but I know they have had in the past, so it's worth a try. Thanks for the idea. :up:

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Specializes in Home health was tops, 2nd was L&D.

Just a note: I have found some online forms actually require a number. I always put negotiable but now not always possible and we all know the first one that states a actual number is usually not the winner. I actually had a rent interview when asked that question, I returned with" what is your range for experienced RN's?" and she refused to answer and pushed until I answered. Left me uncomfortable.

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