Seattle is great! So much to do, especially if you are single. If you are lucky enough to get a job at one of the downtown Swedish hospitals the housing is great. Nice places near the water, secured buildings, close to great restaurants and bars. I'm finishing up a contract just north of Seattle in Edmonds, WA. Its about 15 minutes from downtown. If you like a more laid back place then Stevens Hospital is a good place to work. But be careful of the housing outside of seattle. Places that look great on the internet are not always safe. Have someone go check out the apartment complex before you commit.