WSNA supports full implementation and enforcement of Washington’s hospital staffing laws and adherence to approved staffing plan requirements for the entirety of each shift.
By Gloria Brigham, EdD, MN, RN, Director of Nursing Practice
Thank you for standing up for dignity, safety, respect, and belonging!
“I generally feel much more protected and safer in my nursing practice now that we are formally unionized with WSNA.”
The WSNA PAC endorses candidates for state office who prioritize nursing, patient safety, healthcare and labor issues.
I’m deeply grateful to every one of our members for all that you do. Even those who don’t think of yourselves as active members—you are WSNA.
By David Keepnews, PhD, JD, RN, FAAN
Press release
MultiCare can and must do more to improve staffing levels immediately
Seattle pediatrician and advocate Dr. Benjamin Danielson offers his thoughts on the continued importance of Juneteenth and the unique role nursing must play in leading efforts to dismantle racism.
Both Sims and Carter have demonstrated unwavering support for WSNA and our priorities.
The Washington appellate court upheld the jury award in Dr. Ben Danielson’s hostile work environment lawsuit.
Civil penalties begin for large hospitals whose compliance rates fall below 80%.
By Gloria Brigham, EdD, MN, RN, Director of Nursing Practice
Select your favorite photo from the informational picket at MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital in Puyallup May 27. Nurses were advocating for safer staffing, stronger racial justice initiatives, and full-time union charge nurses.
The primary election is Aug. 4, and the general election is Nov. 3. An endorsement by nurses goes a long way with voters. Find out how your legislator voted on nursing issues and see the running list of WSNA PAC endorsements.
By Jessica Hauffe, Director of Government Affairs
The suit asks a federal court to block the rule excluding nursing from the “professional degree” list before it takes effect July 1.
Region 19 of the National Labor Relations Board accused Kadlec of violating federal labor law by interfering with nurses’ protected union rights and discriminating against employees because of union activity.
WSNA President Justin Gill was a panelist at the Northwest Summit to Reimagine AI in Nursing and Health Care (RAIN), held at the University of Washington on May 15. Here are his Top 5 takeaways.
By Justin Gill, DNP, APRN, RN, FNP-C, President, WSNA
In fall 2023, I experienced the worst harassment I have ever experienced in my life. For approximately six months, I was targeted and harassed by my employer.
By Meri Bukovinsky
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Nurses repeatedly raised concerns about patients without appropriate long-term behavioral health resources.
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We send heartfelt support to all those who have been affected by this accident.
Outstanding leaders whose passion, courage, and commitment are making a difference across Washington were honored at WSNA’s Union Leadership Conference, held in Wenatchee April 26-28.
We’ve added a dad hat, trucker hat, “Union Strong Nurse” T-shirt, polo shirt and Pride T-shirt.
Press release
Nurses say MultiCare proposes to eliminate previously won staffing protections; use of phrase “colored nurses” sparks outrage
A Western Union telegram reading “Give them hell,” a threat of mass resignations in 1967, and a near strike in 1971 are lived history shared by former WSNA Executive Director Judy Huntington.
By Bobbi Nodell, Marketing and Communications Manager
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We wholeheartedly support this effort to make Providence, the largest healthcare provider in Washington state, do its legal and moral duty to support pregnant workers and their babies.
A new Washington law may make it easier for qualifying registered nurses with work-related PTSD to access workers’ compensation benefits, but eligibility depends on specific job, diagnosis, and documentation requirements.
By Gloria Brigham, EdD, MN, RN, Director of Nursing Practice
