RN Staff Nurse - Respiratory Therapy (Outpatient Cardiopulmonary Clinic)

Legacy Health

Vancouver, Washington

Posted Jul 31

Unit and setting: Cardiopulmonary
License: RN license
Term: Permanent

What it pays

Against similar roles: In range for Washington staff rolesWashington staff postings that state pay run $36/hr to $76/hr, the middle half $44/hr to $69/hr, across 1,332 postings.

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Preceptors and orientation

18 weeks (or minimum 16 weeks) of precepted bedside time with expert preceptors; full-year mentor; routine debriefing with trained facilitators; looping to other units

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Reviews note flexible schedules valued by some; high workloads in certain departments can challenge balance

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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.

What's around it?

In Vancouver, WA

Vancouver, WAFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 5% above the US average

Median rent: $1,702/mo
Household income: $81,338/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Vancouver, WA

NeighborhoodsNurses and relocating professionals typically focus on a few distinct hubs: the revitalized Downtown and Waterfront district offers walkable urban living with modern mid-rises along the Columbia River, while Salmon Creek and Felida to the north and northwest provide established, quieter neighborhoods with larger lots near Washington State University Vancouver. East Vancouver and Fisher's Landing feature suburban subdivisions with convenient access to commercial centers and the Interstate 205 corridor, whereas neighboring Camas to the east serves as an upscale enclave with a historic downtown and lakeside properties.

Nurses and relocating professionals typically focus on a few distinct hubs: the revitalized Downtown and Waterfront district offers walkable urban living with modern mid-rises along the Columbia River, while Salmon Creek and Felida to the north and northwest provide established, quieter neighborhoods with larger lots near Washington State University Vancouver. East Vancouver and Fisher's Landing feature suburban subdivisions with convenient access to commercial centers and the Interstate 205 corridor, whereas neighboring Camas to the east serves as an upscale enclave with a historic downtown and lakeside properties.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: jordanrivermoving.com Source 2: propertymanagementvancouverwa.com

Getting aroundCommuting patterns center primarily around the Interstate 5 and Interstate 205 corridors connecting Clark County to the Portland metro area. Cross-river travel relies on the Interstate Bridge on Interstate 5 and the Glenn Jackson Bridge on Interstate 205, both of which suffer from peak congestion, alongside bottlenecks along State Route 14 east of Interstate 205. Public transit options include C-TRAN services, notably the Vine bus rapid transit along Mill Plain Boulevard as well as local connectors like Route 71 and Route 74 serving major employment and community hubs.

Commuting patterns center primarily around the Interstate 5 and Interstate 205 corridors connecting Clark County to the Portland metro area. Cross-river travel relies on the Interstate Bridge on Interstate 5 and the Glenn Jackson Bridge on Interstate 205, both of which suffer from peak congestion, alongside bottlenecks along State Route 14 east of Interstate 205. Public transit options include C-TRAN services, notably the Vine bus rapid transit along Mill Plain Boulevard as well as local connectors like Route 71 and Route 74 serving major employment and community hubs.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: susanlichunleerealtygroup.com Source 2: jordanrivermoving.com Source 3: cityofvancouver.us

OutdoorsRecreation centers on the Columbia River, anchored by the 7.3-acre Vancouver Waterfront Park with the Grant Street Pier and the 5-mile paved Waterfront Renaissance Trail connecting downtown to historic shipyards. Downtown also hosts Esther Short Park, the oldest public square in the West, while neighboring Camas offers trail running and water recreation at Lacamas Lake. Vancouver's geographic position places regional destinations—including Mount St. Helens, Mount Hood, Pacific Ocean beaches, and Cascade Range hiking trails—within a two-hour drive.

Recreation centers on the Columbia River, anchored by the 7.3-acre Vancouver Waterfront Park with the Grant Street Pier and the 5-mile paved Waterfront Renaissance Trail connecting downtown to historic shipyards. Downtown also hosts Esther Short Park, the oldest public square in the West, while neighboring Camas offers trail running and water recreation at Lacamas Lake.

Vancouver's geographic position places regional destinations—including Mount St. Helens, Mount Hood, Pacific Ocean beaches, and Cascade Range hiking trails—within a two-hour drive.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: visitvancouverwa.com Source 2: generationhomesnw.com Source 3: thehonestlocal.com Source 4: propertymanagementvancouverwa.com

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Living in Vancouver

Vancouver, Washington offers relocating nurses a distinct Pacific Northwest lifestyle, providing a relaxed, community-centered environment directly across the Columbia River from Portland. Healthcare professionals can settle into walkable urban living along the Columbia River Waterfront—featuring the Grant Street Pier, riverside dining at Wildfin, and downtown staples like Little Conejo and La Bottega—or choose quieter suburban neighborhoods such as Salmon Creek, Felida, and Fisher's Landing. For those prioritizing schools and expansive outdoor access, Camas offers lakeside trails around Lacamas Lake, while neighborhoods along the Mill Plain corridor provide more attainable housing linked by C-TRAN's Vine transit line. Commuters face real regional bottlenecks at peak hours along the Interstate 5 and Interstate 205 bridges and State Route 14. Between shifts, healthcare workers can recharge on the 5-mile Waterfront Renaissance Trail, take in summer amphitheater concerts, or make easy weekend trips to Mount Hood and Mount St. Helens.

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As of 2026Source 1: jordanrivermoving.com Source 2: susanlichunleerealtygroup.com Source 3: propertymanagementvancouverwa.com Source 4: visitvancouverwa.com Source 5: thehonestlocal.com

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