Commonly Asked Questions

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How are dues rates determined?

Each year a survey is done of the base pay rate for RN's at all 47 facilities represented by WSNA.  These figures are then put in a formula which determines the annual WSNA dues.

What components make up WSNA dues?

Your annual dues payments are made up of three parts

• ANA
• WSNA, and
• DNA (district dues)

Why are my annual dues different than my colleague's who lives in another county?

WSNA Districts are determined by county boundaries.   Each district has the authority to set their own dues rates and WSNA then acts as the agent that collects the dues on their behalf.

What are my dues payment options?

Dues can be remitted to WSNA in one of four ways:

• Payroll Deduction - Monthly
• Electronic Funds Transfer - Monthly
• Installment - Three payments per year
• Annual - One payment per year

Are dues discounted for part-time / per diem nurses?

Yes.  We have five main dues categories:

Is there a discounted rate for new graduates?

New graduates are eligible for Category C/D rates if they become a WSNA member within six months of graduation.  They can then remain in this category for twelve months, after which time they are then subject to a rate corresponding to the amount of hours they work on a monthly basis.