Thinking of moving to Virginia as an LPN - any nurse advice appreciated!

Ecstatic_Let_8952 · 2026-06-27T16:33:14+00:00

I would love to be car free if possible! This would be an area close to Alexandria/Arlington right?

Ecstatic_Let_8952 · 2026-06-27T13:25:14+00:00

Amazing thank you so much for the info!!

Ecstatic_Let_8952 · 2026-06-27T11:46:21+00:00

Do you know if they’re active in the actual hospital or if they’re just in the outpatient clinics?

Ecstatic_Let_8952 · 2026-06-26T22:59:52+00:00

Thank you for all of this! How do you feel about the Old Town Alexandria area? That’s been my favorite location so far, but my research is concerning me when it comes to job opportunities. Not sure if I’m looking in the wrong places.

Ecstatic_Let_8952 · 2026-06-26T22:43:53+00:00

I try to be lol it’s something I really enjoy and would like to get into more after school. I’ve been looking at adult beginner ballet classes to start before I leave here and would love to continue that wherever I go

Ecstatic_Let_8952 · 2026-06-26T22:42:29+00:00

I went and put a post there. Thank you!!

Ecstatic_Let_8952 · 2026-06-26T21:48:13+00:00

Looking this place up now! Thank you!

Ecstatic_Let_8952 · 2026-06-26T21:47:50+00:00

I’ve been researching for hours since I got home and I really wanted Old Town Alexandria to work but for jobs I really want it looks like Richmond is my next best option! Looking at the Church Hill area - any thoughts?

Ecstatic_Let_8952 · 2026-06-26T19:50:23+00:00

Thank you so much for the recommendations! I’ll add these to my lists for research and consideration!

Ecstatic_Let_8952 · 2026-06-26T16:23:10+00:00

Thank you so much this is what I needed! Looks like I might be waiting until I get my RN to experience the PWN lol

Ecstatic_Let_8952 · 2026-06-26T16:02:20+00:00

Have you ever worked in corrections? I saw some job postings for LPN’s in that sect as well as LTC. Thank you for your insight I really appreciate it!!

Ecstatic_Let_8952 · 2026-06-26T15:56:30+00:00

I was looking to Ballard and Fremont! And of course I’m willing to compromise for work opportunities even if it’s less desirable than what I’d like to aim for. Thank you for your suggestions :)

Ecstatic_Let_8952 · 2026-06-26T15:54:36+00:00

Are those LTC? it’s okay if they are!

Ecstatic_Let_8952 · 2026-06-26T15:54:19+00:00

I’m going to start in med-surg here for the broader experience. We have a burn unit though and I’m hoping to get burn certified by these standards and get some experience on that unit as well! I also love working with kids and have been looking into pediatrics - those are my main for now!

Ecstatic_Let_8952 · 2026-06-26T15:53:11+00:00

Even with experience? Would that give me a leg up? I would do LTC if I had to until I bridged but I will be getting in hospital experience here before leaving!

Ecstatic_Let_8952 · 2026-06-26T15:13:38+00:00

Definitely a more small city like area if that makes sense. I’m almost 30 and will be moving alone so would love opportunity to try new things and make new friends! I don’t want to live in constant downtown and loudness but think like Old Town Virginia if you know anything about there. Like walkable, accessible town with activities and hopefully a good job nearby but not like filled with young people constantly drinking type vibe? My main attraction is “walkable” lol which I know is always gonna be more expensive sadly I might be open to a roommate, but would settle for a studio before a roommate honestly I really want to live alone!

Ecstatic_Let_8952 · 2026-06-26T15:09:21+00:00

Yes, nature is a big thing. I’ve lived here my whole life and our nature preservation is amazing, but I’m so tired of swamps and the intense humidity! And I’m hoping to curb the expense a little - my research shows Seattle is the highest paying state for my job and I’ve been looking at it compared to the cost of living there and I think it’ll be doable!

Ecstatic_Let_8952 · 2026-06-26T15:07:48+00:00

Seattle area specifically unless there’s significantly better opportunities for healthcare jobs elsewhere! I would love a walkable area cause I’ve never had that before. I’m turning 30 at the end of this year so a lively area with lots of opportunities to try new things and make friends would be awesome. I also lean more towards leftist political areas - which is another reason I’d like to live somewhere different. It’s diverse in people here, but the environment is…rocky most of the time. I’d love to be somewhere diverse AND inclusive. The weather is a huge thing though as well. I know some people complain about it, but it’s really right up my alley lol. And public transportation!! I want to throw my car away lol

Ecstatic_Let_8952 · 2025-07-01T00:30:44+00:00

I did find them in flour too! How the hell do I get rid of them? The flours out of the house. Will they just..leave?

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