New grad OT — Pediatric Home Health pay negotiation

Hi everyone! I’m a new grad OT in Southern California and have an interview coming up for a pediatric home health position. From what I’ve been seeing so far, a lot of offers for new grads seem to be around $45–50/hr, which feels a little low considering the cost of living here and the travel involved. I was hoping to negotiate closer to $55–60/hr, but I’m not sure if that’s realistic as a new grad in this setting.

For those working in pediatric home health (especially in SoCal) What hourly or per-visit rates did you start at as a new grad? Does $55–60/hr sound reasonable, or is that more mid-level range? and if there are any tips on how to successfully negotiate (especially when companies say they’re “standard” for new grads)?