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Historic contract comes after 12 bargaining sessions.
August 29, 2022 • 2 minutes to read
Learn how each of our WSNA-PAC endorsed candidates performed in the election, including two WSNA nurses.
August 4, 2022 • 2 minutes to read
WSNA labor advisor Gerard Friesz on the wave of unionization
July 27, 2022 • 4 minutes to read
ANA seeks forgiveness “for named and unaccounted-for harms,” and issues a plan of action to promote diversity.
July 19, 2022 • 3 minutes to read
This decision has significant implications for women’s reproductive health and choice. The ruling leaves it up to each state to determine its own laws regarding abortion.
June 24, 2022 • 1 minute to read
We will be marching with the labor contingent hosted by Pride at Work, which advocates for LGBTQ+ union members, other workers, and allies.
WSNA spoke to member Josh Chatman to learn more about what it’s like to be a nurse on the front lines.
June 6, 2022 • 7 minutes to read
WSNA member Duncan Camacho is running in the 18th Legislative District and has received the WSNA-PAC’s first endorsement.
June 2, 2022 • 2 minutes to read
ANA stands in solidarity with the individuals, families and communities impacted and calls for meaningful action now to address this tragic, ever-growing epidemic of gun violence.
May 25, 2022 • 2 minutes to read
ONA and WSNA stand firm in our resolve that all people deserve access to health care services, when and where they need it, without financial hardship.
May 10, 2022 • 3 minutes to read
“I encourage all people in our state to join me in honoring the nurses of Washington, especially recognizing the critical and live-saving role that registered nurses have filled around our state, country, and world through the current coronavirus pandemic.”
May 1, 2022 • 1 minute to read
You make a difference. Every day. You deserve more than just “thank you.” As the leading voice and advocate for nurses in Washington, WSNA is working to show our appreciation throughout the year.
Attendees connected with other WSNA leaders around the state, learned about current issues facing unions and nursing practice, and engaged in group workshops.
April 27, 2022 • 1 minute to read
WSNA is pleased to announce the appointment of Katharine Weiss, MPA as WSNA’s Director of Government Affairs.
April 15, 2022 • 1 minute to read
Focusing on blame and punishment solves nothing. It can only discourage reporting and drive errors underground. It not only undermines patient safety; it fosters an environment of fear and lack of respect for health care workers.
April 8, 2022 • 2 minutes to read
On Thursday, March 17, 2022, WSNA honored the dedication and achievement of six Washington RNs who have changed the practice, research, educational opportunities and governing policies of nursing in our state.
March 18, 2022 • 1 minute to read
WSNA, SEIU Healthcare 1199NW and UFCW 3000 filed for a Temporary Restraining Order to prevent MultiCare Health System from garnishing wages without employees’ consent.
March 15, 2022 • 2 minutes to read
The Legislature adjourned Sine Die yesterday, March 10, marking the end of the 2022 Washington State Legislative session. Stay tuned for a full end of session report next, but until then, take a look at some of the major wins of the 2022 session.
March 11, 2022 • 4 minutes to read
Today the WA Safe + Healthy coalition released a joint statement on the state Senate failing to pass safe staffing standards for healthcare workers.
March 8, 2022 • 2 minutes to read
Yesterday, the Legislature reached the final cutoff for policy bills. All bills that did not make it past this deadline and are not necessary to implement the budget are no longer viable. Unfortunately, WSNA's number one priority, safe staffing legislation, didn't make it past this week's deadlines.
March 5, 2022 • 3 minutes to read
The Senate Ways and Means Committee did not pass our safe staffing bill out of committee by the deadline, meaning HB 1868 is very unlikely to pass this legislative cycle. We are deeply disappointed, but this is a delay, not defeat.
March 4, 2022 • 2 minutes to read
Senior leader accepts new position after nearly 25 years at the Washington State Nurses Association.
February 28, 2022 • 2 minutes to read
Both legislative budgets were released this week on Monday. We were excited to see funding for WSNA priorities, including school nurse funding, sexual assault nurse examiner training and workforce development. The Legislature also reached the second policy cutoff of the year on Thursday.
February 25, 2022 • 5 minutes to read
On Monday, the Legislature reached the house of origin cutoff. Most of our priority bills made is past this crucial deadline. Because most of our bills started in the House, we will now be working on moving those bills through the Senate.
February 18, 2022 • 6 minutes to read
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