Lillian B. Patterson, RN

The driving force behind many of the major progressive initiatives at WSNA from the early 1940s until her untimely death in 1954. She was a leader in both the Counseling and Placement Service and the WSNA Economic Security Program. She was Dean of the University of Washington School of Nursing and served as President of WSNA from 1948-1950. She was elected to two terms as ANA First Vice President and as a delegate to the International Council of Nursing. She was also appointed by President Truman as Special Advisor to the World Health Organization.

2008 Inductees

Founded in 1908, WSNA is the professional organization representing more than 15,000 registered nurses in Washington State. WSNA effectively advocates for the improvement of health standards and availability of quality health care for all people; promotes high standards for the nursing profession; and advances the professional and economic development of nurses.

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