Charge Nurse Jobs in Washington

Charge Nurse jobs in Washington are concentrated in hospital systems, long-term care facilities, and ambulatory surgery centers, with Seattle, Tacoma, and Spokane accounting for the largest share of openings. Major employers with a lasting presence in the state include UW Medicine, Providence Health and Services, and MultiCare Health System. The most in-demand specialties are intensive care, emergency, and medical-surgical units, reflecting the high patient volume at Washington's large urban hospitals. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles14
Top employerSeattle Children's
Top citySeattle, WA
Cities hiring9
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic
Registered Nurse Charge Supervisor
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Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic
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Registered Nurse Charge Supervisor
Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic
Pasco, Washington
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$44.56 - $54.59/hr
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
1,001-5,000

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Fresenius Medical Care
Charge Registered Nurse - RN
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Fresenius Medical Care
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Charge Registered Nurse - RN
Fresenius Medical Care
Kennewick, Washington
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$79k - $133k/yr
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
10,000+

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Eating Recovery Center Pathlight Mood and Anxiety Center
Charge Nurse Full-Time Days
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Eating Recovery Center Pathlight Mood and Anxiety Center
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Charge Nurse Full-Time Days
Eating Recovery Center Pathlight Mood and Anxiety Center
Seattle, Washington
Communications
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
$47.52 - $58.21/hr
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
1,001-5,000

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University Of Washington
RN / Charge Nurse - Emergency Department at UW Medical Center-Northwest
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University Of Washington
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RN / Charge Nurse - Emergency Department at UW Medical Center-Northwest
University Of Washington
Seattle, Washington
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$49.97 - $89.17/hr
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
10,000+

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Evergreen Eye Center
Charge Nurse
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Evergreen Eye Center
Added 3w ago
Charge Nurse
Evergreen Eye Center
Federal Way, Washington
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$45 - $52/hr
BLS Certification
51-200

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Charge Nurse Jobs by City in Washington

Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Seattle
5 jobs
Pasco
2 jobs
Chelan
1 job
Renton
1 job
Pullman
1 job
Spokane
1 job
Clarkston
1 job
Kennewick
1 job
Federal Way
1 job

Charge Nurse Job Market in Washington

A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Seattle Children's
Seattle Children's3 open roles
Fresenius Medical Care
Fresenius Medical Care2 open roles
TriState Health
TriState Health1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Science & Research
  • Non-Profit & Social Services

What Washington Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in charge nurse jobs across Washington.

  • Active Washington State registered nurse license issued by the Washington State Department of Health
  • Minimum two to three years of bedside nursing experience in an acute care setting
  • Current BLS certification required, with ACLS or PALS preferred for critical care units
  • Demonstrated leadership experience such as preceptorship, charge duties, or committee involvement
  • Strong clinical assessment skills with the ability to prioritize assignments across a nursing unit
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner

Charge Nurse Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a charge nurse in Washington?

You become a charge nurse in Washington by first obtaining an active registered nurse license through the Washington State Department of Health, which requires passing the NCLEX-RN exam after completing an accredited associate or bachelor's degree nursing program. From there, Washington hospitals typically require a minimum of two to three years of clinical experience before moving into a charge role, and many facilities prefer a BSN and documented leadership experience such as precepting or charge coverage shifts.

Which companies hire charge nurses in Washington?

Employers hiring charge nurses in Washington right now include Seattle Children's, Fresenius Medical Care, and TriState Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Washington's large integrated health systems drive the majority of openings, with consistent hiring across inpatient acute care, rehabilitation, and specialty units throughout the greater Seattle and Puget Sound region.

Which Washington cities have the most charge nurse jobs?

Seattle, Pasco, and Chelan have the most charge nurse openings in Washington. Seattle and its surrounding Puget Sound communities anchor the market because of the concentration of major health systems and Level I trauma centers, while Spokane draws consistent demand as the primary medical hub serving Eastern Washington and neighboring Idaho communities.

Are there remote charge nurse jobs in Washington?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of charge nurse openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how fundamentally hands-on the role is. The small subset of remote-eligible positions tends to involve telephonic triage, utilization review, or case management work rather than traditional floor charge nurse responsibilities.

How can I get hired as a charge nurse in Washington with little or no experience?

The most realistic path is completing a new-graduate residency program at a large Washington health system such as UW Medicine, MultiCare, or Providence, which are designed to bring early-career nurses into acute care with structured mentorship. Gaining experience first in high-acuity adjacent roles such as emergency technician, patient care technician, or licensed practical nurse positions at Washington hospitals can strengthen your application. Earning your Washington RN license promptly after graduation and pursuing BLS and ACLS certification early signals readiness to hiring teams.

Where can I find and apply to charge nurse jobs in Washington?

You can find and apply to charge nurse jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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