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The Guidance Center

2187 North Vickey Street, Flagstaff, AZ 86004

County:CoconinoCBSA Area:Flagstaff, AZOwnership:Non-ProfitType:Psychiatric

At a glance

The Guidance Center is a non-profit psychiatric facility located in Flagstaff, Arizona, a mid-size city known for its supportive community and diverse population. While the center has not yet hired international nurses, its setting in a city with a notable international community may offer a welcoming environment for newcomers. This organization could be a good fit for international nurses seeking opportunities in mental health within a community-focused, mid-sized urban area.

Hospital information

Hospital Type
Psychiatric
Emergency Services
No
Bed Count
16
RN Count
7
Magnet Status
No
Ownership
Non-Profit
Licensure in Arizona

Global workforce

Credentials Accepted
CGFNS CES, ERES, Josef Silny
CGFNS Qualifying Exam
No
English Proficiency
Not Required
Fingerprinting
Yes
Nurse Licensure Compact
Yes

Streamlined process, specific educational requirements

Flagstaff, AZ overview

Financials

Cost of Living Index
91.27(8.73 below national average)

100 = national average. Below 100 means goods, housing, and services cost less than the US average; above 100 means they cost more. Based on BEA Regional Price Parities.

Salary: Registered Nurses, May 2024 · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS. Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities (2023).

Travel insights

Average commute:18.4 min
Drive
83.2%
  • Drive83.2%
  • Public transit1.1%
  • Walk1.8%
  • Other1.2%
  • Work from home12.2%
Nearest Airports
  • Flagstaff Pulliam International Airport
  • Winslow Lindbergh Regional Airport
  • Grand Canyon National Park Airport
  • Prescott International Airport - Ernest A. Love Field
  • Page Municipal Airport

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Metro area stats

Population
86,631
Mid-Size City (50k–199k)
International Population
5,401
Population with Bachelor's+
34,300

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Education access ranking

Arizona state-level ranking (1 = best, 50 = worst).

Pre-K–1245th of 50Bottom 25%
1 (best)50
Higher Ed28th of 50Bottom 50%
1 (best)50

Monthly weather

Average high and low temperatures with precipitation (NOAA 1991–2020 normals).

10°20°30°40°50°60°70°80°90°0in1in2in3in4in43°46°52°59°68°79°82°79°74°64°52°43°18°20°24°28°35°43°51°51°43°32°23°17°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTemperature (°F)Precipitation (in)
Avg high Avg low Precipitation

Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, nearest weather station.

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