 Vancouver, Washington sits on the north bank of the Columbia River, right across the waters from Portland, Oregon. Head west for 90 miles and you'll hit the Pacific Coast. Go east and you'll hit the Cascade Mountains. The famous Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument and Mt. Hood are less than two hours' drive from Vancouver.
Travel nurses who are into river sports will be pleased to know that the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area is only 30 minutes away. Vancouver combines the excitement of a major metropolitan area with small-town charm and abundant recreational opportunities.
Yes, Vancouver is an outdoor enthusiast's dream, but there's also plenty of fine dining and shopping (check out the Farmers' Market or the Factory Outlets at Columbia Gorge ...), plus culture and entertainment if your taste runs to more urban diversions.
Washingtonians are diverse and independent in character. Expect a combination of western free-spiritedness and the rich international influences that shape this region.
 And remember, while travel nursing in Vancouver, you're not far from Seattle, where shopping at Pike Place Market is a must and lunch or dinner 500 feet up in the Space Needle is an exhilarating experience. Then there’s whale watching off the coast, not to mention the countless state parks, breathtaking mountain views, and a whole new West Coast world waiting for travel nurses to explore.
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