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Trailblazing nurse Verna Hill passes on

Hall of Fame member Verna Hill was a pioneering public health nurse and civil rights advocate who broke racial barriers in nursing education and leadership.

February 18, 2026


Tell the Department of Education: Nursing degrees are professional degrees!

Nurses who are advancing their education must be able to finance it.

February 17, 2026



Kadlec nurses picket for workplace violence prevention, break relief, wages

Following 18 bargaining sessions with limited progress, hundreds of nurses picketed outside Kadlec Regional Medical Center on Jan. 26, saying stronger contract language is needed to address mounting safety and staffing concerns.

February 17, 2026


Big contract wins for Tacoma General and Mary Bridge NICU nurses

Nurses at Tacoma General and Mary Bridge NICU picketed Jan. 23, reached a tentative agreement a week later, and overwhelmingly ratified new contracts on Feb. 6.

February 17, 2026




Politics affects nursing in every way — get ready for 2026

If nurses want good policy created on our behalf, we must engage in the legislative process.

February 17, 2026


Selection process for WSNA’s next Executive Director

The WSNA Board of Directors, elected by the membership, is committed to a transparent and thorough transition.

February 16, 2026



Week 5 in Olympia: Action Alert to sign in support for nurse title protection and more

In this week’s update – an overall recap of the week, updates on each of WSNA’s four legislative priorities this year, other bills we’re watching, and more.

February 13, 2026


ACTION ALERT - Sign in PRO for nurse title protection

Safeguarding the title “nurse” in law will help affirm the distinction between licensed, human professionals and technology.

February 13, 2026




The long road to victory at Seattle Children’s

Seattle Children’s nurses ratified a new contract after nine months of tough bargaining, winning major pay increases, stronger protections, and preserving union rights.

February 12, 2026


Week 4 in Olympia: Nurse title protection passes and federal rulemaking update

In this week’s update – an overall recap of the week, updates on each of WSNA’s four legislative priorities this year, other bills we’re watching, and more

February 6, 2026



Week 3 in Olympia: Lobby Day recap and priorities updates

In this week’s update – an overall recap of the week, updates on each of WSNA’s four legislative priorities this year, other bills we’re watching, and more.

February 2, 2026


Seattle Children’s nurses ratify contract

Press release

The nurses successfully fought off the hospital’s aggressively anti-union, anti-nurse proposals.

January 30, 2026




ANA action alert: Demand truth for Alex Pretti

Contact your Representatives and Senators to demand Congressional action.

January 27, 2026


Week 2 in Olympia: hearing updates and revenue discussions underway

In this week’s update – an overall recap of the week, updates on each of WSNA’s four legislative priorities this year, other bills we’re watching, and more.

January 24, 2026



Nurses at Kadlec Regional Medical Center to picket Jan. 26

Press release

Workplace violence getting worse with no action by hospital

January 21, 2026


Week 1 in Olympia: Title protection hearing and more

In this week’s update – an overall recap of the week, updates on each of WSNA’s four legislative priorities this year, other bills we’re watching, and more.

January 17, 2026




Tacoma General and Mary Bridge NICU fighting for ratios

Press release

Nurses picket outside Tacoma General Jan. 23 to raise awareness

January 16, 2026


WSNA President Justin Gill encourages nurses to engage and advocate in 2026

“At a time when our healthcare system faces profound challenges at both the state and national levels, it is essential that frontline voices—especially nurses—are present and heard in these spaces.”

January 15, 2026



Washington state supports 15 vaccines for children

The West Coast Health Alliance opposes CDC decision to drop seven vaccines from recommended federal vaccine schedule.

January 15, 2026


What will change in Medicaid look like?

The state agency overseeing Medicaid looks at 10 changes from sweeping federal law.

January 14, 2026




Washington’s maternal mortality rates increase 2021-2022

The 2025 Maternal Mortality Review Panel found that 82% of pregnancy-related deaths in 2021 and 2022 were preventable.

January 14, 2026


2026 changes to Washington’s workplace violence prevention law: What RNs need to know

Employers must conduct prompt investigations of all workplace violence incidents, including analysis of systemic causes, staffing levels, and contributing factors.

January 14, 2026



Statement on ICE actions

Statement

We must speak out against this grave human rights violation and demand accountability for the killing of Renee Good.

January 9, 2026


Nurses at Seattle Children’s Hospital voted overwhelmingly Monday to authorize a strike

Press release

Patient and nurse safety, and nurse recruitment and retention among top priorities.

December 22, 2025


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