Hospitals report compliance with meal and rest breaks, but that doesn't match the experience of frontline workers. Is this true compliance – or an illusion?
By Gloria Brigham, EdD, MN, RN, Director of Nursing Practice
Statement
We strongly urge the HHS to preserve the independence and credibility of the USPSTF by keeping the group’s membership intact and allow future meetings to proceed.
Press release
‘We care deeply about our work, but this isn’t a therapeutic environment. It’s demoralizing…’ says nurse working at Center for Behavioral Health and Learning.
Applications are open for federally funded fellowship, with priority to nurses serving in rural and underserved communities.
This online repository of articles, evidence-based resources, patient education, clinical decision toolkits, and more is available to all nurses licensed in Washington state.
Remember those staffing plans certain hospitals were required to submit in January? Those hospitals are now required to follow those plans.
By Gloria Brigham, EdD, MN, RN, Director of Nursing Practice
New Washington law will allow striking or locked-out workers to collect up to six weeks of unemployment benefits starting Jan. 2026.
By Jessica Hauffe, Director of Government Affairs and Sami Bailey, MPH, Political Advocacy Specialist
Support your fellow nurses in Texas in this time of great need.
This action moves us sharply in the wrong direction. It is a massive and cruel betrayal of the American people.
ANA's Membership Assembly overwhelmingly approved a resolution urging bold action to defend nursing, patient care, and evidence-based practice.
By David Keepnews, PhD, JD, RN, FAAN
The House proposal would have dire consequences for Washington residents and our healthcare delivery system.
By Jessica Hauffe, Director of Government Affairs and Sami Bailey, MPH, Political Advocacy Specialist
Statement
We wholeheartedly condemn this action, and demand that the information not be used to target any individuals.
Gill discussed topics including health policy, political advocacy and his firm belief that nursing organizations need to be more vocal against actions that threaten patients and the nursing profession during these uncertain times.
Several media organizations covered the news of WSNA joining a coalition suing the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for deleting vital health information contained in federal wesbites and databases.
Statement
We stand firmly against policies that compromise nurses' ethical and professional obligations to provide compassionate, evidence-based care, which can lead to life-threatening outcomes.
The nonpartisan WSNA PAC endorses candidates for state office who prioritize nursing, patient safety, and healthcare.
Washington’s 2025 session ended with new laws to protect nurses from workplace violence and support striking workers, plus a state budget that boosts health and education funding.
In this week’s update – an overall recap of the week, updates on each of WSNA’s legislative priorities, other bills we’re watching, and more.
April 18. In this week’s update – an overall recap of the week, updates on each of WSNA’s legislative priorities, other bills we’re watching, and more
WSNA member Kyla Arama is part of a team transforming lives in Sierra Leone.
By Bobbi Nodell, Marketing and Communications Manager
April 11. In this week’s update – an overall recap of the week, updates on each of WSNA’s legislative priorities, other bills we’re watching, and more
April 4. In this week’s update – an overall recap of the week, updates on each of WSNA’s legislative priorities, other bills we’re watching, and more
As part of a national day of action, WSNA President Justin Gill will speak at a Seattle rally protesting recent federal actions impacting healthcare, workers' rights, and public services.
March 28, 2025. In this week’s update – an overall recap of the week, updates on each of WSNA’s legislative priorities, other bills we’re watching, and more