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Op-ed: Human cost of closing the Virginia Mason Birth Center

The sudden closure was not just the end of a service line, it took away the soul of a community and robbed healthcare staff from their calling. This closure was set in motion by the consolidation of healthcare.

December 13, 2024


Featured Event: Nurses Education Series Virtual Workshop Jan. 25 — Free for WSNA members

Explore the power of leadership and learn how mentorship can help you reach your career aspirations.

December 12, 2024



Health equity education requirements for nurses in Washington state

Health equity acknowledges that individuals have different needs and face diverse barriers to health.

December 9, 2024


Key vote on public health funding Nov. 19

King County Council is expected to vote on measure to protect public health clinics

November 15, 2024




Nurse practitioners reshaping healthcare

WSNA will continue to support efforts to promote the NP role in Washington state.

November 15, 2024


Nurses mourn sudden closure of Virginia Mason’s Family Birth Center

The closure deprives the community of another birth center and leaves dozens of labor and delivery nurses without a job they loved.

November 14, 2024



Pearls for Practice: Highlights of 2024 meal and rest break law

Beginning July 1, employers are required to provide employees with a method to accurately record when an employee misses a meal or rest period.

November 14, 2024


2024 Washington state election results

Victories by many nursing-supported candidates

November 14, 2024




The 2024 elections and nursing’s priorities

A statement by the Washington State Nurses Association (WSNA) Board of Directors

November 13, 2024


St. Joseph Medical Center nurses seek better staffing, safety

After 10 bargaining sessions, nurses held informational picket Nov. 1.

November 12, 2024



Nurses at Virginia Mason holding a vigil to protest closure of Family Birth Center

Press release

Community invited to share frustration at Nov. 14 event (6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.)

November 8, 2024


Nurses at St. Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma picket Nov. 1 for better conditions

Press release

Staffing levels keep falling and workplace violence and security need drastic improvement

October 31, 2024




Home health nurses in Spokane seek community support for safety measures

Press release

Providence VNA Home Health nurses collected more than a thousand signatures from the community

October 16, 2024


Turn! Turn! Turn!

To everything there is a reason for avoiding hospital-acquired pressure injuries

October 14, 2024



ANA Membership Assembly reaffirms support for hospital staffing ratios

Members debate Code of Ethics and vote down a presidential endorsement

October 14, 2024


Novice to expert: The value of nursing expertise

Dr. Patricia Benner’s five stages of clinical competence

October 14, 2024




Your vote, your voice: standing up for nursing and healthcare

A voter's guide for Washington nurses

October 14, 2024


Washington State Nurses Association endorses Kamala Harris

Press release Statement

The WSNA Board of Directors today issued the following statement endorsing Kamala Harris for President of the United States.

August 15, 2024



Q&A: WSNA endorsement of Kamala Harris for president

The WSNA Board of Directors has voted to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris for President of the United States. Find answers to your questions about this important decision.

August 15, 2024


Why this presidential election matters to WSNA union members

WSNA has endorsed Vice-president Kamala Harris for President. This decision was based on the records and positions of both major candidates. This election holds important implications for all nurses, and particularly for nurses represented by WSNA for collective bargaining.

August 15, 2024




WSNA raises concerns about draft ANA Code of Ethics provision

WSNA calls strike provision in the draft revisions to ANA's Code of Ethics very problematic and encourages members to submit comments.

August 1, 2024


Help protect long-term care insurance for millions of Washington residents

Vote NO on Initiative 2124

June 12, 2024



WSNA members appointed to state healthcare advisory groups

Consult sought on healthcare costs and palliative care benefits

June 5, 2024


WSNA PAC makes endorsements for 2024 elections

The nonpartisan WSNA PAC endorses candidates for state office who prioritize nursing, patient safety, and healthcare.

May 30, 2024


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