WSNA v. MultiCare: Our advocacy for safe breaks continues
WSNA’s ongoing challenge to secure rest breaks for the nurses at Tacoma General came before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in the case of WSNA v. MultiCare.
WSNA condemns U.S. Supreme Court decision in Janus v. AFSCME
We strongly condemn the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn 40 years’ worth of precedent in the Janus v. AFSCME case by making fair share fees for public sector employees unconstitutional.
Nurses advancing telehealth services in the era of healthcare reform
Progressive development, sophistication of technology and demand for novel approaches positions nurses to address health disparities with telehealth technology.
Patient’s “do not resuscitate” tattoo sparks debate
70-year-old patient in an unconscious state with the inability to communicate had “DO NOT RESUSCITATE” with what appeared to be the patient’s signature tattoo.
WSU alum advocates for nursing, patient care across Washington
Halvorsen got involved in advocating for nursing policy as a student at WSU Tri-Cities, becoming a WSU College of Nursing Outstanding Undergraduate Student.
Three Washington nurses to be honored at the NCSBN award ceremony
On Aug. 15 to 17, three Washington nurses will be honored by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing at its annual awards ceremony.
Seattle-King County Jail Health Staff Mandatory Overtime Settlement
WSNA recently won a significant settlement with Washington State Labor & Industries and King County over mandatory overtime violations.
The power of one
Let’s talk about the power of one. I know that sounds counterintuitive coming from a union organizer because the whole concept of a union is based on the coming together of individuals for a common purpose. Uniting for a cause. Working together for the greater good. But, I’d like you to think for a minute and ask yourself what the common denominator is in any union? Answer: It’s members.
Curb your sweet tooth with Healthy Nurse Healthy Nation
We know overdoing it with sugar is bad for our health, yet we still eat more of it than we should.
2018 legislator voting record
In 2018, most top-priority nursing issues had bipartisan support in Olympia.
Governor Inslee proclaims May 6-12 Nurses Week in Washington state
The Governor's proclamation makes it official: May 6-12, 2018 is Nurses Week in Washington state!
State Supreme Court rules for nurses in rest and meal breaks case
The Washington State Supreme Court ruled in favor of RNs who filed a lawsuit against their employer for failing to ensure nurses' rest and meal breaks.
Start the Spring Declutter challenge today!
Spring is the perfect time to tidy up and organize. Regain control over your home and work space by participating in our 10 day Spring Declutter challenge.
Join us in National Prescription Take-Back Day
In efforts to combat the opioid crisis in our country, the Drug Enforcement Agency is sponsoring National Prescription Take-Back Day Saturday, April 28.
Step it up in 10 challenge starting April 9!
ANA’s Healthy Nurse Healthy Nation Step It Up in 10 challenges participants to increase their step count over a ten day period.
Nurses Night at the Seattle Mariners - May 6
Join WSNA for Nurse Appreciation at the Seattle Mariners vs. Los Angeles Angels game on Sunday, May 6. Discount tickets available at Mariners.com/Nurses.
The Put the Brakes on the Drive Thru Challenge has begun!
In this seven-day challenge, we're focusing on curbing your fast food cravings!
Congrats to the University of Washington’s School of Nursing!
The U.S News & World Report has recognized the exceptional work and dedication at the UW School of Nursing and released their rankings for the 2019 Best Graduate Schools with UW at the top.
Get Your (Whole) Grains On!
Beginning March 12, challenge yourself to get at least the three recommended servings of whole grains daily.
Our trip to support fellow PeaceHealth nurses in Ketchikan
On Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018, we flew to Ketchikan, Alaska to show support for our fellow PeaceHealth nurses who were negotiating their new union contract. They reached a tentative agreement at the end of the month.
Legislative Session Week 8
After the last week of floor action, many good pieces of legislation passed and are headed to the Governor’s desk to be signed into law.
Legislative Session Week 7
This week, both the Senate and House released their budget proposals. Several WSNA priority bills moved out of the policy committee in the opposite chamber this week.
The Make Time for Yourself Challenge begins Feb. 22
So much to do and so little time to do it... but what if you could find small ways to focus on YOU each and every day?
Legislative Session Week 6
Today is the 40th day of the 60-day session – and this week marked the house of origin cutoff, with all bills needing to be voted out of the chamber in which they originated by Feb. 14 to continue moving this session.