HELP. possibly relocating to Atlanta

[mercedes7]

Just wondering what the job market is for RN's in Atlanta. It looks like there are a lot of opportunities, but don't know where to start. Are there any Atlanta nurses out there who would be so kind as to pm me or post some info.

I am specifically wondering about cost of living, nursing salaries, where to live and work, commute times, weather etc... I am from California so the cost of housing looks to be a dream compared to what I am used to, but often things are comparable.

Are there a lot of opportunities to work say 3/4 time somewhere to obtain benefits, then work per diem or registry elsewhere? My areas of interest and experience are: General med/surg, pediatrics, home health and hospice case manager, and some management. I have also done some research.

I would really appreciate any suggestions/comments.

Thanks

[joshboro]

hey there, just wondering what area to live in with Scottish and Egleston? Can I live in buckhead? Also opinions regarding these two hospitals?

[Shamira Aizza]

You could live in Buckhead and work at Egleston. Not as good as picking someplace closer to Emory (depending on your familial status), but certainly reasonable.

If you are comparing hospitals, Egleston is probably as good as they come for nurses. They don't pay as well as I made in the northeast, but they sure pay better than I was offered in Tenn., TX, and Fla.

[joshboro]

thank you for your reply. I look foward to moving there soon and your right. I live in TN and they don't pay very well.

[vivicaq]

any pros / cons relocating to ATL. what is the pay and cost of living like for RNS

[ncmc3132]

why work per diem or registry? work as your own independent nurse contractor. you set your rate and offer it to HR. they will save money by not having to pay a middleman. i worked at northside--it is a great hospital and they really treat their employees well.

[cardio]

moving to peachtree city I work in CSICU at Univ of MD We have really sick ones Where would I go for Ecmo pts and Heart transplants and the like

[cardio]

how do you do that i am CSICU 3 yrs

[kurlyy1]

I am thinking of relocating to Atlanta. I am interested in Grady because I would like to work in the burn unit there and eventually go on to get my masters specializing in dermatology. Can anyone tell me anything about good areas near there to live and the commute? Also, I have a 6 year old son the the quality of the school he will be attending is of UTMOST importance to me. Any opinions will be appreciated!