WSNA responds to Nursing Commission statement

In September, the Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission put out a statement on COVID-19 misinformation. WSNA sent a letter to the Commission expressing concerns with the statement. While WSNA agrees that nurses have an obligation to provide accurate, science-based information, we believe that the statement—which was adopted without a chance for review or comment—is far too broad. WSNA also questioned the necessity of the statement given that the Uniform Disciplinary Act (RCW 18.204.150) already provides a basis to address unprofessional practice.