Non-Compete Clause

I reviewed an employment contract for an ARNP today. Regardless of whether you are an ARNP, RN, or LPN, if you are asked to review and sign an employment contract you should have the contract reviewed by an attorney with experience in healthcare law and nursing issues.

Why? Contracts are legally binding documents that may impact your nursing practice for years to come depending on the provisions, clauses, and terms in the contract.

Some attorneys will charge a flat fee a contract review and consultations while others may bill an hourly rate.

Does your employment contract have a non-compete clause? Is it reasonable? Is there an indemnity clause in the contract? What is an indemnity clause?

I have said it once and I will say it again....No one likes to pay attorney fees however its your nursing practice and aren't you worth it?