RN - Emergency Department

Providence Swedish

Issaquah, Washington

Posted Oct 16 · 1 year of experience

License: RN licenseUpon hire: Washington Registered Nurse License
Term: Permanent

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Certification: Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
Certification: Upon hire: National Provider ACLS - American Heart Association
Certification: Upon hire: National Provider PALS - American Heart Association
Education: Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
Experience: 1 year Nursing experience.
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Also asks: Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of improving the health and wellbeing of each patient we serve.

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Providence nurses are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. You will thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best nurses, we must empower them. Learn why nurses choose to work at Providence by visiting our Nursing Institute page. Join our team at Swedish Issaquah. As a Providence caregiver, you’ll apply your specialized training to deliver world-class health with human connection and make a difference every day through your extraordinary care.

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Graduation from an accredited nursing program. Upon hire: Washington Registered Nurse License Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association Upon hire: National Provider ACLS - American Heart Association Upon hire: National Provider PALS - American Heart Association National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale Certificate - NIH Stroke Scale Training Course within 90 days of hire 1 year Nursing experience. Why Join Providence Swedish?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of improving the health and wellbeing of each patient we serve.

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In Issaquah, WA

Issaquah, WAFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 7% above the US average

Median rent: $2,590/mo
Household income: $154,669/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Issaquah, WA

NeighborhoodsIssaquah Highlands offers a master-planned, denser suburban setting packed with newer multi-story townhomes, retail centers, and sweeping valley views. In contrast, Olde Town—also known as the Creative District—features historic single-family homes and mid-century residences within walking distance of Front Street amenities. Hillside developments like Talus provide quiet, forested residential pockets against Cougar Mountain, while singles seeking bustling nightlife often consider commuting in from urban Seattle neighborhoods or neighboring Bellevue.

Issaquah Highlands offers a master-planned, denser suburban setting packed with newer multi-story townhomes, retail centers, and sweeping valley views. In contrast, Olde Town—also known as the Creative District—features historic single-family homes and mid-century residences within walking distance of Front Street amenities.

Hillside developments like Talus provide quiet, forested residential pockets against Cougar Mountain, while singles seeking bustling nightlife often consider commuting in from urban Seattle neighborhoods or neighboring Bellevue.

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Getting aroundInterstate 90 serves as the primary regional artery, carrying commuters approximately 16 to 17 miles west into downtown Seattle or roughly 15 minutes toward Bellevue employment centers. Local traffic presents distinct pinch points, with major downtown thoroughfares like Front Street and Sunset Way routinely backing up starting in the mid-afternoon. Healthcare workers commuting to regional medical facilities in town benefit from close highway off-ramps, though peak highway slowdowns occur along the I-90 corridor during standard shift change hours.

Interstate 90 serves as the primary regional artery, carrying commuters approximately 16 to 17 miles west into downtown Seattle or roughly 15 minutes toward Bellevue employment centers. Local traffic presents distinct pinch points, with major downtown thoroughfares like Front Street and Sunset Way routinely backing up starting in the mid-afternoon.

Healthcare workers commuting to regional medical facilities in town benefit from close highway off-ramps, though peak highway slowdowns occur along the I-90 corridor during standard shift change hours.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: hansenbros.com Source 2: youtube.com Source 3: themovegenie.com Source 4: evergreenandsalt.com

OutdoorsEarned the moniker 'Trailhead City,' Issaquah boasts extensive trail networks and trailheads across Tiger Mountain and Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park, providing immediate hiking and mountain biking directly from suburban borders. At the city's northern edge, Lake Sammamish State Park offers boat launches, paddleboarding, and sandy beaches along the southern shore of Lake Sammamish. The surrounding landscape forms an integral piece of the protected Mountains to Sound Greenway spanning the Cascade foothills.

Earned the moniker 'Trailhead City,' Issaquah boasts extensive trail networks and trailheads across Tiger Mountain and Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park, providing immediate hiking and mountain biking directly from suburban borders. At the city's northern edge, Lake Sammamish State Park offers boat launches, paddleboarding, and sandy beaches along the southern shore of Lake Sammamish.

The surrounding landscape forms an integral piece of the protected Mountains to Sound Greenway spanning the Cascade foothills.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: hansenbros.com Source 2: youtube.com Source 3: themovegenie.com Source 4: timberridgelcs.com

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Relocation for eligible external candidates, Manager Nursing L&D at Swedish First Hill; dollar amount not stated

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Living in Issaquah

Known as Trailhead City, Issaquah offers relocating healthcare professionals an enviable base nestled directly between the Cascade foothills and Lake Sammamish. For hospital workers seeking an active, restorative lifestyle outside the clinic, the city delivers immediate access to premier hiking across Tiger Mountain and Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park, alongside water recreation at Lake Sammamish State Park. Living options range from dense, walkable townhomes in Issaquah Highlands to classic Craftsman residences near Front Street’s dining scene—home to local staples like Levitate Gastropub, Jak's Grill, and the Village Theatre. Commuters navigate Interstate 90 with straightforward access toward Seattle and Bellevue, though local choke points along Sunset Way and Front Street demand patience during late afternoon rush hours. While young, single clinicians may find the quiet, family-skewed suburb and limited late-night scene subdued compared to central Seattle, the exceptional safety, top-ranked Issaquah School District, and immersive Pacific Northwest greenery make it an extraordinary fit for clinicians seeking balance.

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