Telestroke means better outcomes for Skagit Valley patients
Skagit Valley Hospital has been part of a telehealth stroke program since 2012, making it one of the first partnerships for telemedicine outside of the Swedish system.
Nurse champions compassionate culture with 'The Pause'
Pausing for a moment of reflection after a patient’s death reconnects caregivers to the mission of healthcare.
2018 Washington Free and Charitable Care Conference
The Washington Healthcare Access Alliance is hosting their 13th annual Washington Free and Charitable Care Conference this fall from Sept. 12-14 in Spokane, Washington.
Expanding access to mental health care through telemental health
Nurses take on many different functions in telemental health/integrated care and are important in providing and increasing access to mental health care.
Telehealth camera eliminates distance between patient and physician
Patient population is yet to be enough to necessitate a neurologist/psychiatrist 24/7 - with Telehealth, we have those specialists a button click away.
Telehealth gives busy ED a partner in acute stroke care
With a Telestroke neurologist consulting via audio-video conferencing technology, the Emergency Department has a partner in the care of acute stroke patients.
Bringing subspecialists to rural patients via telehealth
Easy access to sub-specialized health care is not always available to rural communities with unable to employ sub-specialists and offer all the specialties.
Nurse “telepresenters” provide efficient care with a human touch
With insurance challenges, soaring health care costs and belt tightening, health care is finding ways to save while providing the same high-level of care.
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.
2018 Seattle/King County Clinic volunteer opportunity
Volunteer and join more than 100 partner organizations to offer free dental, vision and medical care to underserved and vulnerable populations.
Drink water - ANA's HNHN Hydration Challenge
Making hydration a priority is important. It can help with weight loss, provide an energy boost and even improve skin tone.
Test your HEALWA knowledge
Do you know what HEALWA is, and how to access this resource?
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.
Celebrate National Nurses Week with scholarships and discounts
The American Nurses Credentialing Center and Western Governors University are offering opportunities and resources to advance your career in honor of Nurses Week!
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!
Attend ANA's free 2018 National Nurses Week webinar on May 9
Join us to celebrate nursing with ANA's free Annual National Nurses Week Live Webinar: Emerging Technology and Its Impact on Nursing Practice
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.
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.
WSNA-AFT nurses provide health screenings to students in St. Croix
WSNA members Julia Barcott and Renata Bowlden travelled to the island of St. Croix on April 7 as part of an AFT project.
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.
St. Anthony Hospital awarded Pathway to Excellence designation
The American Nurses Credentialing Center has awarded the Pathway to Excellence designation to St. Anthony Hospital in Gig Harbor.
February focus: grow your resiliency and making time for yourself
Join the challenge! As the Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation Grand Challenge continues through 2018, the month of February is dedicated to growing your resiliency and making the time for yourself.
Why are nurses suing the EPA?
For over a decade, nurses have been working with a wide range of partners, including other health professionals, environmentalists and health-affected groups, to update the nation’s chemical safety policy.
