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We hope you’ll enjoy this short video honoring all of you for showing up for your patients, for your profession, and for each other.
May 6, 2026 • 1 minute to read
For nurses, this moment is not only about legal authority—it is about human dignity, ethical responsibility, and the protection of fundamental human rights.
April 29, 2026 • 2 minutes to read
WSNA filed a charge of unfair labor practice and won. This win protects all employees in the health system, union represented or not.
April 14, 2026 • 2 minutes to read
WSNA’s Director of Government Affairs Jessica Hauffe offers her look at the successes and big challenges ahead. Spoiler alert: 2027 could be rough.
April 14, 2026 • 3 minutes to read
Our five Hall of Fame winners remind us of the power of nursing to transform communities. In this short video, we get a window into their achievements and snippets from their acceptance speeches.
April 14, 2026 • 1 minute to read
Friesz, whose appointment begins May 1, will succeed David Keepnews, who is retiring.
March 20, 2026 • 2 minutes to read
These exceptional nurses were inducted into the Washington State Nurses Hall of Fame on March 19, 2026.
March 20, 2026 • 1 minute to read
"Nurses rely on science and evidence to guide our decisions. We advocate for our patients, and we will continue to protect them from harmful policy decisions."
March 13, 2026 • 1 minute to read
“I will stand behind you, in front of you, or carry you on my shoulders to help guide you and to help give you strength.“
March 13, 2026 • 3 minutes to read
"If there was ever a moment to get involved, it’s now."
March 13, 2026 • 4 minutes to read
"Together we are unstoppable."
Washington State Legislature passes bill to restrict nursing titles to licensed human professionals.
A unit of more than 100 per diem nurses voted overwhelmingly in favor of joining the union.
When nurses lead, workplaces change.
In a year that tested the healthcare system and the profession alike, WSNA members met the moment – organizing, advocating, and shaping the future of nursing in Washington.
March 10, 2026 • 7 minutes to read
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.
March 6, 2026 • 11 minutes to read
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:
Feb. 28, 2026 • 11 minutes to read
Feb. 20, 2026 • 9 minutes to read
The award recognizes substantial contributions made by an individual man in nursing to the profession in the areas of practice, research, education, public policy, and/or community service.
Feb. 18, 2026 • 1 minute to read
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.
Feb. 18, 2026 • 3 minutes to read
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.
Feb. 17, 2026 • 1 minute to read
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.
If nurses want good policy created on our behalf, we must engage in the legislative process.
Feb. 17, 2026 • 3 minutes to read
The WSNA Board of Directors, elected by the membership, is committed to a transparent and thorough transition.
Feb. 16, 2026 • 1 minute to read
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