Nurses' MAT prescribing authority enabled through SUPPORT
Nurse practitioners and physician assistants are enabled to prescribe buprenorphine permanently with a medication-assisted treatment (MAT) waiver.
Nominate an outstanding nurse for a 2019 Recognition Award
Do you know a nurse who deserves to be celebrated for her or his exceptional contributions to the profession of nursing? Nominate them for a 2019 Recognition Award!
Run for WSNA Office
WSNA offers myriad opportunities for members to get involved in considering issues, making decisions and representing the work of the association.
Get Out the Vote by November 6
This year’s primary election saw increased voter turnout across Washington state. Now, it’s time to Get Out the Vote for a pro-nurse legislature!
Presenting your WSNA-PAC Board
Your WSNA-PAC Board is a powerhouse of political action for nurses and patients.
The fight for rest breaks in the 2019 Session has begun
With your help, we will elect a pro-nurse legislature and we will pass the rest breaks bill next session.
Five Senate races we're watching
As nurses, we know it’s important to elect candidates who support patient safety and who will help makes gains for our profession.
Behavioral health disorders and suicide in Washington state
Nearly 45 million people in the U.S. (4.2 percent of the population) suffer from mental illness and at least 10 million of these people suffer from serious mental illness.
ANA President Pamela F. Cipriano named as "100 Most Influential People in Healthcare"
Her efforts in health care quality and advancing nursing’s influence on health care policy has not only earned her the recognition of being named Most Influential, but as the “Top 25 Women in Healthcare” in 2015 as well.
Honoring Florence Nightingale through music this September
Musical performances on Florence Nightingale's life will be coming to West Seattle this September on Sunday, 23rd and 30th.
WSNA nurses run for State Senate
This year, we are proud to support two WSNA members running for office in the 34th legislative district, which covers West Seattle, Vashon Island and Burien.
How do we decide? Decoding WSNA-PAC’s Endorsement Process
WSNA-PAC supports candidates and incumbents who are strong on nursing and patient safety issues, regardless of political party affiliation.
2018 WSNA-PAC primary endorsements
The WSNA-PAC has endorsed candidates running for election to the Washington State Legislature. The 2018 Washington state primary election is August 7.
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!
