University of Washington Medical Center
1959 NE Pacific St Box 356151, Seattle, WA 98195
At a glance
University of Washington Medical Center is a government-owned acute care hospital located in Seattle, a major metropolitan area, offering a dynamic environment for nurses seeking diverse clinical experiences. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its setting in a city with a significant international population suggests a welcoming and multicultural community. The large size and academic affiliation may provide strong support for professional growth and continuing education.
Hospital information
- Hospital Type
- Acute Care
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Bed Count
- 450
- RN Count
- 749
- Magnet Status
- Yes
- Ownership
- Government
Global workforce
- Credentials Accepted
- CGFNS CES, ERES, Josef Silny
- CGFNS Qualifying Exam
- No
- English Proficiency
- TOEFL or IELTS
- Fingerprinting
- Yes
- Nurse Licensure Compact
- Yes
Specific educational review
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA overview
Financials
Adjusting RN median for local prices: $104,938 (+11% vs US median).
100 = national average. Below 100 means goods, housing, and services cost less than the US average; above 100 means they cost more. Based on BEA Regional Price Parities.
Salary: Registered Nurses, May 2024 · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS. Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities (2023).
Travel insights
- Drive30%
- Public transit24.7%
- Walk41.6%
- Work from home2.2%
- Boeing Field King County International Airport
- Seattle Tacoma International Airport
- Snohomish County (Paine Field) Airport
- Bremerton National Airport
Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.
Metro area stats
- Population
- 2,825,178
- Major Metro (1M+)
- International Population
- 695,683
- Population with Bachelor's+
- 1,277,595
Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.
Education access ranking
Washington state-level ranking (1 = best, 50 = worst).
Monthly weather
Average high and low temperatures with precipitation (NOAA 1991–2020 normals).
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, nearest weather station.
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