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Wishing you love, wonder and joy during the holidays and a healthy and prosperous new year.
December 19, 2022 • 1 minute to read
“This cold-blooded killing is an incalculable loss for Doug Brant’s patients, his family, his colleagues, his community, and WSNA. It is also a horrific example of the growing problem of violence against nurses and other healthcare workers.”
December 6, 2022 • 2 minutes to read
We were heartbroken to learn of the murder of a valued home-health nurse and WSNA member, Doug Brant, on Dec. 1.
December 3, 2022 • 1 minute to read
Report Includes strategies to improve nation’s healthcare facilities and concrete examples of successful implementation.
November 17, 2022 • 5 minutes to read
At least one hospital in Tacoma dealing with micro-tears that soak up and leak body fluids.
November 7, 2022 • 2 minutes to read
This legal win will make a world of difference to dozens of workers who were facing drastic deductions from their checks.
November 1, 2022 • 3 minutes to read
Garcia, a nurse at Sunnyside Community Hospital in Yakima County, grew up with a grandmother who helped organize migrant workers in California alongside Cesar Chavez.
October 19, 2022 • 3 minutes to read
Cabinet members work to improve the lives of nurses through better contracts. They also encourage organizing on behalf of nurses.
October 19, 2022 • 7 minutes to read
Do you know a nurse who deserves to be celebrated for their exceptional contributions to the profession of nursing? Nominate them for a 2023 Recognition Award!
October 18, 2022 • 5 minutes to read
I left the Assembly feeling inspired to continue the work of nurses who came before me and laid the groundwork to inspire, nurture, and elevate the next generation of nurse leaders.
October 18, 2022 • 6 minutes to read
Lock in early bird rates for Washington’s only statewide convention dedicated exclusively to nurses and the issues we face.
October 17, 2022 • 1 minute to read
Run for WSNA office for the 2023-2024 biennium.
October 12, 2022 • 4 minutes to read
Tentative agreement with record raises comes 9 months before contract expires.
October 6, 2022 • 3 minutes to read
Elsa Sjunneson on a mission to end ableism.
September 21, 2022 • 2 minutes to read
Historic contract comes after 12 bargaining sessions.
August 29, 2022 • 2 minutes to read
WSNA labor advisor Gerard Friesz on the wave of unionization
July 27, 2022 • 4 minutes to read
ANA seeks forgiveness “for named and unaccounted-for harms,” and issues a plan of action to promote diversity.
July 19, 2022 • 3 minutes to read
This decision has significant implications for women’s reproductive health and choice. The ruling leaves it up to each state to determine its own laws regarding abortion.
June 24, 2022 • 1 minute to read
We will be marching with the labor contingent hosted by Pride at Work, which advocates for LGBTQ+ union members, other workers, and allies.
WSNA spoke to member Josh Chatman to learn more about what it’s like to be a nurse on the front lines.
June 6, 2022 • 7 minutes to read
ANA stands in solidarity with the individuals, families and communities impacted and calls for meaningful action now to address this tragic, ever-growing epidemic of gun violence.
May 25, 2022 • 2 minutes to read
ONA and WSNA stand firm in our resolve that all people deserve access to health care services, when and where they need it, without financial hardship.
May 10, 2022 • 3 minutes to read
You make a difference. Every day. You deserve more than just “thank you.” As the leading voice and advocate for nurses in Washington, WSNA is working to show our appreciation throughout the year.
May 1, 2022 • 1 minute to read
Attendees connected with other WSNA leaders around the state, learned about current issues facing unions and nursing practice, and engaged in group workshops.
April 27, 2022 • 1 minute to read
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