re: Question for Docs/Surgeons/ARNPs

I see this type of situation all the time. Unfortunately, an NP/PA isn't all cracked up what they make it seem like. I work along side both all the time and they are basically overpaid nurses and/or underpaid doctors. That is what steers me away from ever going that route. I'm a nurse and make what she does with a little OT each month based on a 36 hour work week (paid for 40). Yes, I do a little more work but I'm paid hourly plus overtime, on call pay, and incentive pay.

To directly answer your question, I would not even fool with them. An hourly NP will never happen. They regularly work 50+ hours a week. The on call and call back unpaid is normal as they are only salary.

Seems like the HR dept. is going to low ball her but you also have zero leverage. Unfortunately, the 16 years of her being a nurse doesn't have any value when she becomes a mid level. Realistically, she'll be offered around the mid-high 80's. With avg. benefits, and really no perks besides some "bonus", I would steer clear. Hope I'm wrong, good luck to her!