Flagstaff-thinking of a move from the east coast

U.S.A. Arizona

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Specializes in CCRN.

I work in a large east coast teaching hospital. I have worked medicine floors for two years and going into my third year working in a medical ICU. I have been thinking about a move to Flagstaff. I love the area. I was wondering if anyone had any advice or comments on job availability and pay. I know the cost of living is high. It is very high here as well.

Best wishes to all my fellow nurses!!

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Hi there. I'm happy to answer questions for you. I've been an RN at FMC for 5 years and have lived in Flagstaff for 12. It can be a hard place to learn to live with the cost of living. But to be honest, it's gotten much easier as a nurse. I don't think you'll be blown away by the pay. You'll make more in Phoenix. But...then you'd have to live in Phoenix. You won't suffer though. We own a home and a rental home. We both have to work to meet obligations and raise our kids. Homes are expensive and small. But it's a lifestyle. And if you're used to that, or if it's worth it to you to become used to that you will like it. Feel free to shoot me some questions.

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Specializes in CCRN.

Thank you so much for taking the time to reply. I just sent AZ my application for license by endorsement.

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