RN Programs in Washington

Have you recently started looking for a new career in Washington? Do you want a flexible job with a better-than-average salary? One of the most popular careers in Washington today is registered nursing (RN). RNs are in high demand, and the career is very flexible. Starting salaries for RNs are nearly $101,670 per year.

Requirements to Become an RN in Washington

If you're interested in becoming a registered nurse (RN) in Washington, you'll need to complete the required training. For the fastest route to your new career, enroll in an associate degree program. However, a bachelor's degree in nursing can broaden your employment opportunities. After earning your nursing degree, you must pass the state's two-part licensing exam. Passing scores on both parts are required to obtain an RN license from the Washington State Department of Health.

Accredited RN Programs in Washington

Looking for an accredited RN program in Washington? Here are some of the best nursing schools in the state:

1. Bellevue College

   3000 Landerholm Cir SE, Bellevue, WA 98007

   (425) 564-1000

2. Bellingham Technical College

   3028 Lindbergh Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225

   (360) 752-7000

3. Big Bend Community College

   7662 Chanute St NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837

   (509) 793-2137

4. Centralia College

   600 Centralia College Blvd, Centralia, WA 98531

   (360) 736-9391

5. Clark College

   1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver, WA 98663

   (360) 699-6398

6. Columbia Basin College

   2600 N 20th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301

   (509) 547-0511

7. Everett Community College

   2000 Tower St, Everett, WA 98201

   (425) 388-9100

8. Gonzaga University

   502 E Boone Ave, Spokane, WA 99258

   (800) 986-9585

9. Grays Harbor College

   1620 Edward P Smith Dr, Aberdeen, WA 98520

   (360) 532-9020

10. Heritage University

    3240 Fort Rd, Toppenish, WA 98948

    (509) 865-8551

11. Highline College

    2400 S 240th St, Des Moines, WA 98198

    (206) 592-3584

12. Lake Washington Institute of Technology

    11605 132nd Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98034

    (425) 739-8100

13. Lower Columbia College

    1600 Maple St, Longview, WA 98632

    (360) 442-2311

14. Northwest University

    5520 108th Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98033

    (425) 889-7822

15. Olympic College

    1600 Chester Ave, Bremerton, WA 98337

    (360) 475-7748

16. Pacific Lutheran University

    12180 Park Ave. S, Tacoma, WA 98447

    (253) 535-7411

17. Peninsula College

    1502 E Lauridsen Blvd, Port Angeles, WA 98362

    (360) 417-6455

18. Pierce College

    9401 Farwest Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98498

    (253) 840-8355

19. Renton Technical College

    3000 NE 4th St, Renton, WA 98056

    (425) 235-2352

20. Seattle Central College

    1200 12th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144

    (206) 934-4123

21. Seattle Pacific University

    3307 3rd Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119

    (206) 281-2233

22. Seattle University

    901 12th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122

    (206) 296-6000

23. Shoreline Community College

    16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133

    (206) 533-6778

24. Skagit Valley College

    2405 E College Way, Mount Vernon, WA 98273

    (360) 416-7933

25. South Puget Sound Community College

    2011 Mottman Rd SW, Olympia, WA 98512

    (360) 596-5200

26. Spokane Community College

    1810 N Greene St, Spokane, WA 99217

    (509) 533-7000

27. Tacoma Community College

    6501 S 19th St, Tacoma, WA 98466

    (253) 566-5000

28. University of Washington

    1410 NE Campus Pkwy, Seattle, WA 98195

    (206) 543-8736

29. Walla Walla Community College

    500 Tausick Way, Walla Walla, WA 99362

    (509) 522-2500

30. Walla Walla University

    204 S College Ave, College Place, WA 99324

    (509) 527-2461

31. Washington State University

    N/A, Pullman, WA 99202

    (509) 324-7360

32. Wenatchee Valley College

    1300 Fifth St, Wenatchee, WA 98801

    (509) 682-6800

33. Whatcom Community College

    237 W Kellogg Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226

    (360) 383-3080

34. Yakima Valley College

    S 16th Ave, Yakima, WA 98902

    (509) 574-4600

RN Job Outlook and Salary in Washington

Washington RNs are in high demand, with Projections Central forecasting a 16.2% job growth rate from 2020 to 2030. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, RNs in Washington earn an average annual salary of $101,670 per year, equivalent to $48.88 per hour.

The following table shows the total number of RNs employed in Washington, and their average wage and salary, by area.

Washington State Board of Nursing

The Washington State Board of Nursing is the primary resource for RNs in Washington for all nursing-related questions and concerns.