Press release
WA healthcare workers take fight for safe staffing standards back to Olympia
Since last session, the hospital staffing crisis has worsened; healthcare workers say safe staffing standards are the solution.
2022 year in review
What a year! Here's a quick look back at 2022. Thanks for all you do, WSNA nurses.
Happy holidays from WSNA
Wishing you love, wonder and joy during the holidays and a healthy and prosperous new year.
David Keepnews discusses how to fix the healthcare staffing shortage on AFT Union Talk podcast
WSNA's executive director joins AFT President Randi Weingarten and two registered nurses to discuss what needs to be done.
Statement
WSNA heartbroken and outraged at killing of home health nurse Doug Brant
“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.”
Statement
We are heartbroken
We were heartbroken to learn of the murder of a valued home-health nurse and WSNA member, Doug Brant, on Dec. 1.
Press release
AFT, America’s fastest-growing healthcare union, unveils report detailing troubling healthcare staffing crisis
Report Includes strategies to improve nation’s healthcare facilities and concrete examples of successful implementation.
Press release
Compromised mattresses in hospitals pose potential biohazard risk to patients
At least one hospital in Tacoma dealing with micro-tears that soak up and leak body fluids.
Press release
Unions win order against MultiCare payroll deductions
This legal win will make a world of difference to dozens of workers who were facing drastic deductions from their checks.
What the end of Washington’s state of emergency means to you
With the Governor lifting the COVID-19 state of emergency on Oct. 31, many members are wondering what this means to them.
Q&A with Jacob Garcia
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.
By Bobbi Nodell, Marketing and Communications Manager
It takes a team
As a nurse providing bedside care, have you ever wondered why certain patients are difficult to discharge? Could it be issues with "transitional care?"
Tips for nurses to prepare for an active shooter
Maintaining situational awareness, reviewing your facility’s emergency response plans, and participating in trainings and drills can and will make a difference for nurses in the event of an active shooter incident.
Supporting the retention of diverse nursing faculty in Washington state
Nursing faculty reflective of student diversity supports the success of historically under-represented persons entering the nursing workforce.
Understanding health literacy
Many times, when nurses hear about health literacy it is in the context of patient education or reading level. But is that all health literacy is about?
By Megan Kilpatrick, MSN, RN, Education Director
Too many cooks in the kitchen?
Nurses often work outside traditional hospital units and report to a variety of leaders.
By Phyllis Smith, Quality and Safety Program Manager and Gloria Brigham, EdD, MN, RN, Director of Nursing Practice
Nurses by the numbers
The data shows there are enough registered nurses with active licenses in the state for the number of nursing jobs.
Meet the Cabinet on Economic and General Welfare
Cabinet members work to improve the lives of nurses through better contracts. They also encourage organizing on behalf of nurses.
Who are your nursing heroes?
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!
My Membership Assembly adventure as a first-time attendee
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.
By Phoebe Lim-Vuong, MSN, RN, CNL, Director at large, WSNA Board of Directors
Why did safe staffing fail in the legislature?
“We knew going into this 2022 session it was an uphill battle."
By Bobbi Nodell, Marketing and Communications Manager
Registration for the 2023 Washington State Nurses Convention is now open!
Lock in early bird rates for Washington’s only statewide convention dedicated exclusively to nurses and the issues we face.
Step up into a leadership role
Run for WSNA office for the 2023-2024 biennium.
Press release
Nurses at UW Medicine Montlake and Northwest win early surprise
Tentative agreement with record raises comes 9 months before contract expires.
