Rn Charge Nurse Salary in Washington

How much does a Rn Charge Nurse make in Washington?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Rn Charge Nurse in Washington is $111,031 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

However, a Rn Charge Nurse's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $133,720
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $104,685 to $122,908
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $98,907
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View as table View as graph 25% $104,685 10% $98,907 90% $133,720 75% $122,908 $111,031 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Rn Charge Nurse Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $122,908 $10,242 $2,364 $59
Average $111,031 $9,253 $2,135 $53
25th Percentile $104,685 $8,724 $2,013 $50
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Key Factors That Influence Rn Charge Nurse Salaries

A Rn Charge Nurse's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Rn Charge Nurse Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Rn Charge Nurse's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $111,473
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $126,638
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $148,194
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $179,520
  • Expert (over 8 years): $220,505
Levels Salary
Rn Charge... Level Rn Charge Nurse$111,473
Nursing S... Level Rn Charge Nurse$126,638
Nursing M... Level Rn Charge Nurse$148,194
Nursing S... Level Rn Charge Nurse$179,520
Nursing D... Level Rn Charge Nurse$220,505
$111,473 0 yr
$126,638 < 2 yrs
$148,194 2-4 yrs
$179,520 5-8 yrs
$220,505 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Rn Charge Nurses

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Auburn: $110,895
  • Federal Way: $110,847
  • Bellevue: $113,125

Rn Charge Nurse Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Rn Charge Nurse roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Rn Charge Nurse positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Rn Charge Nurse as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Rn Charge Nurse

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$122,134$59.010%

Rn Charge Nurse Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Rn Charge Nurse's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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  • Providence Health &amp; Services

    Seattle, WA

    Providence Health &amp; Services | Seattle, WA

    Charge RN - NICU (Level IV) @ Swedish First Hill. Full Time (36 Hour Weeks) 12 Hour Shifts Night Shift $10,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible rehires and exter... more

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  • Swedish Health Services

    Renton, WA

    Swedish Health Services | Renton, WA

    Description Charge RN - NICU Pediatrics Transport @ Swedish First Hill Full time 0.9 FTE Night Shift Providence nurses are not simply valued - they're inva... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Eating Recovery Center

    Seattle, WA

    Eating Recovery Center | Seattle, WA

    Job Description. Job Description. Who We Are. At ERC Pathlight, we're on a mission to change lives—and we're looking for people who feel called to do the s... more

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  • Seattle Children's Hospital

    Seattle, WA

    Seattle Children's Hospital | Seattle, WA

    Charge RN Opportunity At Odessa Brown Children's Clinic. Odessa Brown Children's Clinic (OBCC) has locations in Othello and the Central District. Services ... more

    8 Days Ago

  • Common Spirit Health

    Federal Way, WA

    Common Spirit Health | Federal Way, WA

    Charge RN Labor Delivery. Partnering for a stronger, healthier world. At CommonSpirit Health, we believe in the healing power of humanity. We invite you to... more

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  • Lifepoint Health

    Tacoma, WA

    Lifepoint Health | Tacoma, WA

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