At Providence Swedish, excellence isn’t just a goal—it’s what defines us. That’s why we’re thrilled when our efforts are recognized through industry awards. From being pioneers in patient safety to leading innovations in specialized care and sustainability, we’re setting new standards in the healthcare industry. If you’re a healthcare professional or a jobseeker looking to make an impact, here are a few of our areas of recognition that we’re particularly proud of—and why Providence Swedish may be the next step in your career.

Prioritizing safety

We place patient safety above all else. Each decision, protocol and improvement we make is driven by the goal of delivering exceptional care that puts peace of mind first.

• ‘A’ grades for patient safety: Our First Hill, Ballard, and Issaquah campuses earned top marks in the Leapfrog Group’s Fall 2024 Hospital Safety Survey.
• Rising standards: All five of our legacy Swedish campuses improved their Leapfrog letter grades—a testament to our relentless commitment to excellence.

When you join us, you’re joining a team that values safety for every patient and every caregiver.

Recognized excellence in specialty services

Providence Swedish leads the industry in multiple fields of care.

• Cardiac care: Swedish Cherry Hill is one of only three Cardiac Centers of Excellence in the U.S., offering innovative heart failure and support programs.
• Stroke and diabetes care: Nationally recognized by the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Get With The Guidelines achievement awards for implementing research-backed guidelines that save lives and improve recovery.
• Maternity care: Consistently ranked among the Nation’s Best for Maternity Care by U.S. News & World Report and Newsweek’s 2024 America’s Best Maternity Hospitals. We deliver more babies than any hospital system in Western Washington while maintaining excellence in safety and quality for new mothers and their families.

Providence Swedish offers the perfect opportunity to collaborate with innovative technology and exceptional care teams.

Leading the way in sustainability

Our care doesn’t stop at the patient—it extends to the planet. Sustainability is woven into everything at Providence Swedish, making us an industry leader in eco-conscious practices. We received 25 National Awards for environmental sustainability, including:

• Three campuses earning the prestigious Top 25 Environmental Excellence Award by Practice Greenhealth.
• Five campuses earning the Greening the OR Award for initiatives to reduce the impact of the surgical environment, contributing to a healthier planet.

Joining Providence Swedish means contributing to healthcare and environmental stewardship simultaneously—making the world better for future generations.

Recognized as a people’s choice health system

When the community speaks—and says they like what we’re doing—it’s a sign that we’re making a real difference to the people who matter most. Thrillingly, we were voted best hospital in the 2024 Seattle Times “Best in the PNW” people’s choice contest.

From exceptional physicians to beloved local leaders, we’re proud to celebrate the individuals bringing change to our communities. We’d like to give an extra round of applause to:

• Evan Ong, M.D. Named Doctor of the Year by Puget Sound Business Journal.
• Stacia Rivera Recognized as a 2024 Healthcare Hero, leading security and safety across 11 campuses.
• Seattle Magazine Top Doctors More than 150 of our physicians recognized for their expertise and compassion.

When you join Providence Swedish, you’ll work with colleagues who inspire and elevate you daily.

Be part of a hospital system that’s making waves in healthcare

We’re thrilled when we’re recognized, but what truly sets us apart is not just our accolades or advanced systems. It’s our people: our caregivers, nurses, technologists and physicians. And we’re hiring more best-in-class caregivers to serve our communities.

If you’re considering changing jobs, we hope you’ll consider applying here where you’ll not only be part of an award-winning health system—but also work among inspiring, welcoming and supportive caregivers.

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