I have been an NP for past five years and a nurse for 12 years. I am finding it difficult to get a job that has decent compensation and decent life -work balance. I have worked in various areas. I have my dnp.

Consider a national association & their on-going education so you can get to know small-town VS large-city practice. Discussion groups & friendships may show you how common these issues are & what others have done to help themselves-like writing, lecturing, international travel to see opportunities, etc.