Registered Nurse (RN) in Washington

RNs are the backbone of American healthcare — they assess patients, administer medications, coordinate care plans, and advocate for patients across every setting from ICUs to schools. It's one of the most in-demand and recession-proof careers in existence.

$84,468 WA Median Salary
6% Growth Rate
2–4 years Training

💰 Registered Nurse (RN) Salary in Washington

Estimated salary range for Registered Nurse (RN)s in Washington, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$61,000
Median
$84,468
Experienced
$116,000

🎓 Registered Nurse (RN) Licensing in Washington

Credential required: RN License (NCLEX-RN)

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the Washington state licensing board before enrolling.

🏫 Registered Nurse (RN) Programs in Washington

Technical College
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Renton Technical College

📍 Renton, WA

King County technical college with nationally recognized culinary arts, healthcare, and trades programs; strong industry...

Nursing (RN/CNA)Dental AssistingMedical AssistingPharmacy TechRadiologic Technology
Technical College
⭐ 89

Clover Park Technical College

📍 Lakewood, WA

Joint-Base Lewis-McChord adjacent technical college with strong veteran services and aviation maintenance program alongs...

Nursing (RN/CNA)Dental AssistingMedical AssistingRadiologic TechnologyPharmacy Tech
Community College
⭐ 90

Spokane Community College

📍 Spokane, WA

Eastern Washington's primary technical and career college with comprehensive health professions and trades programs serv...

Nursing (RN/CNA)Dental HygieneRadiologic TechnologyMedical AssistingSurgical Tech

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