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RN Staff Nurse - Respiratory Therapy (Outpatient Cardiopulmonary Clinic)

Legacy Health

Vancouver, Washington

$54.37–$81.21/hr

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RNRespiratory TherapyCardiopulmonary

Last seen active Aug 2, 2026

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$54.37–$81.21/hr

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Overview: The Legacy nursing philosophy focuses on patients and their families. Our nurses embody this philosophy in everything they do, as advocates, communicators, problem-solvers and caregivers. Their expertise is sought after and respected by our health care team. In short, they are the face of wellness at Legacy. Does this sound like an environment in which you could thrive? If so, we invite you to consider this opportunity. Responsibilities: This position supports the Outpatient Cardiopulmonary Clinic and Nuclear Medicine. Provides patient care within an assigned department/unit. Functions as a member of the health care team in collaboration with and under the direction of the clinical manager or designee. Adheres to the relevant Standards and Scope of Practice for the Registered Nurse. Performs all aspects of the nursing process: Assesses, analyzes, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care. Follows established patient care standards set by Legacy Health System, including standards for patient assessment & patient transfer.

Requirements

  • Current applicable state RN license
  • BLS for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association
  • One-year registered nursing experience or completion of either the Legacy Health RN Residency program or a nursing program that is equivalent in content, curriculum and duration
  • BSN or degree in progress strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated ability of positive interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues, patients, families, physicians and the community
  • Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions

About the employer

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Legacy Health
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You are looking at a nonprofit health system headquartered in Portland, open since 1875, with hospitals and clinics on both sides of the Oregon–Washington line. Your license has to match the state where you actually work. If you are new,…

What reviewers appreciate

  • ANCC-accredited RN residency with four cohorts a year and 16–18 weeks of precepted bedside time plus a year-long mentor
  • Only burn center in Oregon hires residency RNs at LEMC
  • Behavioral health residency seats at Unity in Adult, Adolescent, and Emergency units

What reviewers flag

  • Only 41% of RN reviewers would recommend the employer
  • Senior management rated 2.8; RN CEO approval 28%
  • High workloads on some units challenge work-life balance
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Living in Vancouver, WA

Vancouver sits along the Columbia River in southwest Washington, offering a quieter Pacific Northwest alternative to neighboring Portland while keeping big-city amenities within easy reach. Nurses enjoy year-round outdoor access, a growing healthcare sector, and no state income tax.

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Metro price level · Vancouver area
105.4
5% above the national average
Median gross rent
$1,702/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities

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