Registered Nurse Jobs in Washington
Registered Nurse jobs in Washington are among the most active in the country, concentrated in hospital systems, integrated health networks, and community health centers, with demand running from new graduate nurses through senior clinical and charge nurse roles. The largest hiring markets are Seattle, Spokane, and Tacoma, where established employers like UW Medicine, Providence Health and Services, and MultiCare Health System maintain consistent year-round openings. Critical care, emergency nursing, and med-surg are the specialties seeing the strongest and most sustained demand across Washington. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 21, 2026
- Length: 26 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Mother-Baby/Postpartum RN for a night shift assignment requiring 2 years of high-acuity postpartum experience and Epic proficiency.
Details
- Mother-Baby / Couplet Care / Postpartum unit in a large volume, high census facility
- High Risk Obstetric patient population with diverse case mix
- Standard assignment is 4 couplets per nurse, with potential to manage a 4th couplet during census surges
- Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00-07:30)
- 6 weekend days required per contract
- Floating required to Issaquah Campus Postpartum, Edmonds Campus Postpartum, and Labor and Delivery for 2nd hour of recovery
- Uses Epic EMR
Requirements
- Active WA or compact RN license required in hand at time of submission
- BLS and NRP certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required in high acuity postpartum care
- Epic EMR experience required (hard requirement)
- Experience with Magnesium Sulfate therapy required
- Experience with Pitocin (oxytocin) administration required
- Experience with Foley catheter care required
- Experience managing postpartum hemorrhage required
- Experience with substance withdrawal care required
- Experience with vaginal delivery and cesarean section postpartum care
- Skilled in episiotomy/incision care and fundus/lochia/perineum care
- JADA experience preferred
- 2 professional references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years, from supervisory roles such as Charge RNs or Leads
Additional Information
- Provide postpartum care to high-risk obstetric patients including couplet care management
- First-time travelers accepted with at least 2 years of experience in high-acuity postpartum settings and ability to handle census surges
- Must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
- All RTO and scheduling requests must be submitted upfront prior to offer
- Local candidates accepted at a lower bill rate
- Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to qualify for standard travel rate
- Former permanent Providence employees may return as travelers after a 3-month separation, provided they are not within 50 miles of the facility
- Perm staff from other (non-Swedish) Providence facilities are eligible for travel contracts after a 3-month separation
- Compact license holders are honored at all Swedish facilities
- Candidates must disclose any prior work history with Providence facilities as permanent, travel, or per-diem staff
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 21, 2026
- Length: 26 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Mother-Baby/Postpartum RN for a night shift assignment requiring 2 years of high-acuity postpartum experience and Epic proficiency.
Details
- Mother-Baby / Couplet Care / Postpartum unit in a large volume, high census facility
- High Risk Obstetric patient population with diverse case mix
- Standard assignment is 4 couplets per nurse, with potential to manage a 4th couplet during census surges
- Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00-07:30)
- 6 weekend days required per contract
- Floating required to Issaquah Campus Postpartum, Edmonds Campus Postpartum, and Labor and Delivery for 2nd hour of recovery
- Uses Epic EMR
Requirements
- Active WA or compact RN license required in hand at time of submission
- BLS and NRP certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required in high acuity postpartum care
- Epic EMR experience required (hard requirement)
- Experience with Magnesium Sulfate therapy required
- Experience with Pitocin (oxytocin) administration required
- Experience with Foley catheter care required
- Experience managing postpartum hemorrhage required
- Experience with substance withdrawal care required
- Experience with vaginal delivery and cesarean section postpartum care
- Skilled in episiotomy/incision care and fundus/lochia/perineum care
- JADA experience preferred
- 2 professional references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years, from supervisory roles such as Charge RNs or Leads
Additional Information
- Provide postpartum care to high-risk obstetric patients including couplet care management
- First-time travelers accepted with at least 2 years of experience in high-acuity postpartum settings and ability to handle census surges
- Must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
- All RTO and scheduling requests must be submitted upfront prior to offer
- Local candidates accepted at a lower bill rate
- Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to qualify for standard travel rate
- Former permanent Providence employees may return as travelers after a 3-month separation, provided they are not within 50 miles of the facility
- Perm staff from other (non-Swedish) Providence facilities are eligible for travel contracts after a 3-month separation
- Compact license holders are honored at all Swedish facilities
- Candidates must disclose any prior work history with Providence facilities as permanent, travel, or per-diem staff
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What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in registered nurse jobs across Washington.
- Active Registered Nurse license issued by the Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission
- Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited program
- Current BLS certification, with ACLS required for ICU, ER, and step-down roles
- One or more years of acute care or specialty clinical experience preferred for most positions
- Strong documentation skills and proficiency with electronic health record systems
- Ability to work rotating shifts, nights, or weekends depending on unit and facility needs
Registered Nurse Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a registered nurse in Washington?
To become a registered nurse in Washington, you must complete an accredited nursing program, either an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, then pass the NCLEX-RN exam and apply for licensure through the Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission. Washington participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states may work in Washington without a separate state license.
How much do registered nurses make in Washington?
Registered nurses in Washington earn a median of about $124,200 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $89,630 for the lowest 10% to over $161,910 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire registered nurses in Washington?
Employers hiring registered nurses in Washington right now include MultiCare Health System, University Of Washington, and Seattle Children's, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Washington's largest health systems, including integrated networks and safety-net hospitals, drive consistent volume across a wide range of units and specialties.
Which Washington cities have the most registered nurse jobs?
The cities with the most registered nurse openings in Washington are Seattle, Tacoma, and Yakima. Seattle anchors the market through its concentration of major academic medical centers and large integrated health systems, while Spokane and Tacoma generate strong demand through regional hospital campuses and community health networks serving eastern Washington and the South Sound respectively.
Are there remote registered nurse jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're rare. Registered nursing is an inherently hands-on, bedside role, so most positions require on-site presence. About 0% of registered nurse openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles are concentrated in telehealth triage, care coordination, and utilization review rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a registered nurse in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to a new graduate nurse residency program, which large Washington health systems run specifically for nurses without prior hospital experience. UW Medicine, MultiCare Health System, and Providence Health and Services all operate structured residency cohorts that rotate new nurses through units before permanent placement. Candidates with a current Washington RN license, a completed clinical practicum, and BLS certification are competitive. Starting in a certified nursing assistant or patient care technician role at a target facility is a common lateral move that opens the door to internal transfer into a registered nurse position.
Where can I find and apply to registered nurse jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to registered nurse jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings across hospitals, clinics, and health systems. Find the roles that fit your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly.
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