Why is it important to belong?
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Representation
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“This organization represents nurses and truly cares for the livelihood of nurses. As the field of nursing continues to evolve, WSNA will be there to support and equip us for the challenges ahead.”
Rob Salas, RN
Staff Nurse
Lakewood, WA
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Networking and Community
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“Going to Olympia and really speaking together on issues that affect so many of our communities, in a voice with so many other nurses who have a diverse view on things was really awesome for me.”
Liz Thomas, ARNP
Mary Mahoney Professional Nurses Association
Seattle, WA
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Unity
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“To support a cohesive nursing group that brings together all the specialties into one voice. It's valuable to understand the point of view of other nurses.”
Kate Jansky, CRNA
WA Association of Nurse Anesthetists
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Political Action
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“Its no accident that we have eight nurse legislators in Washington State, and I believe it speaks to the power of our Political Action Committee.”
Louise Kaplan, PhD, ARNP
Nurse Practioner / Educator
Olympia, WA
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Nursing's Voice
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“Every nurse is benefitted by the WSNA. A strong voice is needed... The greater the number of nurses in the organization, the greater the impact.”
Sally Herman, RN
Retired
Mount Vernon, WA
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Strength in Numbers
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“Membership is the key to success. The more members we have, the stronger we are.”
Keith Koga, RN
Staff Nurse
Seattle, WA
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Furthering the Profession
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“It is a professional responsibility to belong and participate to further our nursing profession - there is no other organization that will do this. And the power and voices of the many is much stronger than the power and voice of one!”
Kathy Ormsby, RN
Staff Nurse
Spokane, WA
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Interview Responses
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