position. All Swedish facilities honor active compact license. Travelers usually do not admit babies, as the unit has a dedicated Admit Nurse in that role. Very rarely do they float to Peds because Peds floats to the NIC…
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Registered Nurse jobs in Washington, DC
Registered nurses assess patients, administer medications, and coordinate care in hospitals, clinics, and home settings. They work with physicians and families to carry out treatment plans.
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$38–$75/hr
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Perm candidates of any OTHER providence facility ( NON SWEDISH ) are eligible for a travel contract if they have been separated for at least 3 months. All Swedish facilities honor active compact license. 2 YR EXPERIENCE…
Job Summary: The Registered Nurse in the NICU is responsible for providing specialized nursing care to neonates born at 32 weeks gestation or greater, including Level II NICU patients and normal newborn admissions. This…
Job Summary: - Minimum 3 years of NICU nursing experience required. - Must be separated from any Providence-affiliated facility for at least 3 months to qualify. - Active compact license accepted at all Swedish facilitie…
Job Summary (List Format): - Position: Medical Surgical Oncology RN (Travel) - Facility: Providence affiliated/Swedish facilities - Experience Required: Minimum 2 years recent oncology experience (hard requirement) - Che…
$38 - $50 per hour
employees are empowered to bring their full potential to the table, ensuring long-term success for our team and those we serve. Registered Nurse - Community Based Kennewick WA part time 20 hours week In this integral par…
required by the facility, and local, state and federal rules and regulations. Communicates with resident’s physician. Completes all nursing documentation: assessments, orders, progress notes, flowsheets, consents, and an…
peripheral - and electrophysiology studies. The Cardiac Catheterization Nurse is responsible for assuring that the patient is correctly... ...Rewards Major Duties include - but are not limited to: The Registered Nurse is…
$49.5 - $58.5 per hour
Type: Neonatal Kennewick , WA SkyBridge Healthcare is currently seeking Registered Nurse with Neonatal experience for a 13-week contract in WA. SkyBridge Healthcare is a premier staffing firm dedicated to matching outsta…
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What registered nurses earn in Washington
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $38–$47 | $78k–$98k |
| Mid level | $47–$59 | $98k–$122k |
| Senior | $57–$75 | $119k–$156k |
Adjusted for the Washington market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Patient assessmentMedication administrationElectronic health records (EHR)IV therapyCare planningBLS/ACLS certificationPatient educationClear documentationCalm under pressure
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Tell me about a time you caught a medication error before it reached a patient.
Walk through the situation factually: what you noticed, how you verified it, and who you escalated to. Emphasize the double-check habit, not blame.
How do you prioritize when several patients need you at once?
Describe a triage framework, such as airway and vital signs first, then time-sensitive medications. A concrete example from a busy shift lands better than theory.
Describe a difficult interaction with a patient's family and how you handled it.
Show that you listened first, acknowledged their fear, and set clear expectations. End with what the outcome was for the patient.
How do you handle a disagreement with a physician about a patient's care?
Employers want respectful advocacy. Describe stating your observation with data, asking questions, and using the chain of command when needed.
What do you do to prevent burnout on demanding units?
Be honest and specific: boundaries around shifts, debriefing with colleagues, or supervision. Self-awareness reads as maturity, not weakness.
How do you keep documentation accurate at the end of a long shift?
Mention charting in real time where possible and reviewing before handoff. Tie it to patient safety and legal accuracy rather than habit.
Why did you choose this specialty or unit?
Connect a real clinical experience to the unit's patient population. Interviewers are checking fit and staying power, not passion statements.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For registered nurses specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List your RN license state, number status, and compact-state eligibility near the top, along with BLS, ACLS, or PALS certifications.
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Name the unit types and patient ratios you have worked, such as med-surg with 1:5 or ICU with 1:2, so recruiters can place you quickly.
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Quantify clinical scope: beds on the unit, EHR systems used (Epic, Cerner), and any charge nurse or preceptor shifts.
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Include specialty certifications like CCRN or CMSRN and the year earned; they often filter first-round screening.
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If you are a recent graduate, lead with clinical rotations, hours, and the settings where you trained.
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Typical progression
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