WSNA members in Yakima Valley part of forum on Medicaid cuts
Nurses on the panel said they feared that the cuts will mean that people won’t get help until they are really sick—or may go without care at all.
Truth or theater? One year of data on meal and rest break compliance
Hospitals report compliance with meal and rest breaks, but that doesn't match the experience of frontline workers. Is this true compliance – or an illusion?
By Gloria Brigham, EdD, MN, RN, Director of Nursing Practice
Statement
State nurses’ associations raise alarm over reports of potential dismissal of USPSTF members
We strongly urge the HHS to preserve the independence and credibility of the USPSTF by keeping the group’s membership intact and allow future meetings to proceed.
Press release
Nurses at UW Medical Center – Northwest warn of staffing crisis
‘We care deeply about our work, but this isn’t a therapeutic environment. It’s demoralizing…’ says nurse working at Center for Behavioral Health and Learning.
Fellowships for sexual assault nurse examiners closes July 29
Applications are open for federally funded fellowship, with priority to nurses serving in rural and underserved communities.
HEALWA and you: Evidence-based resources right at your fingertips!
This online repository of articles, evidence-based resources, patient education, clinical decision toolkits, and more is available to all nurses licensed in Washington state.
New safe staffing law requirements started July 1
Remember those staffing plans certain hospitals were required to submit in January? Those hospitals are now required to follow those plans.
By Gloria Brigham, EdD, MN, RN, Director of Nursing Practice
Make a donation to the Texas Nurses Association's Disaster Relief Fund
Support your fellow nurses in Texas in this time of great need.
HR1 poses devastating consequences for health care
This action moves us sharply in the wrong direction. It is a massive and cruel betrayal of the American people.
Defending Nursing's Principles and Protecting Our Patients
ANA's Membership Assembly overwhelmingly approved a resolution urging bold action to defend nursing, patient care, and evidence-based practice.
By David Keepnews, PhD, JD, RN, FAAN
Congress’ proposal to cut Medicaid would devastate our healthcare system
The House proposal would have dire consequences for Washington residents and our healthcare delivery system.
By Jessica Hauffe, Director of Government Affairs and Sami Bailey, MPH, Political Advocacy Specialist
Justin Gill, WSNA president, featured on the RN-Mentor Podcast
Gill discussed topics including health policy, political advocacy and his firm belief that nursing organizations need to be more vocal against actions that threaten patients and the nursing profession during these uncertain times.
Widespread media coverage on federal lawsuit
Several media organizations covered the news of WSNA joining a coalition suing the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for deleting vital health information contained in federal wesbites and databases.
Statement
State nurses associations express concern over emergency abortion access
We stand firmly against policies that compromise nurses' ethical and professional obligations to provide compassionate, evidence-based care, which can lead to life-threatening outcomes.
2025 session recap: New laws supporting nurse safety and worker rights
Washington’s 2025 session ended with new laws to protect nurses from workplace violence and support striking workers, plus a state budget that boosts health and education funding.
A nurse's journey to treat snakebites
WSNA member Kyla Arama is part of a team transforming lives in Sierra Leone.
By Bobbi Nodell, Marketing and Communications Manager
Join WSNA President Justin Gill at the Hands Off! Rally – Seattle, April 5
As part of a national day of action, WSNA President Justin Gill will speak at a Seattle rally protesting recent federal actions impacting healthcare, workers' rights, and public services.
Survey: What is your reality with meal and rest breaks?
The first meal and rest break compliance reports are in and it shows everything is going according to law.
WSNA nurses pave way for workplace safety at CommonSpirit hospitals
CommonSpirit Health recently announced a safety upgrade to all 137 of its hospitals after actions by our nurses at Virginia Mason and St. Joseph Medical Center.
By Bobbi Nodell, Marketing and Communications Manager
MultiCare Good Samaritan nurses need a break — literally
For many nurses at MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital, the hospital cannot be trusted to follow its stated core values of respect, integrity, stewardship, excellence, collaboration, kindness, and joy.
By Bobbi Nodell, Marketing and Communications Manager
How are hospitals complying with the meal and rest break law?
The law now requires employers to submit a quarterly report to the Department of Labor and Industries on compliance.
By Gloria Brigham, EdD, MN, RN, Director of Nursing Practice
WSNA members join National Day of Action protesting cuts in education, Medicaid
Participants nationwide called on lawmakers to take a stand against cuts to the Department of Education and Medicaid outlined in the House’s budget resolution.
WSNA president speaking at Stand up for Science March 7!
Justin Gill will share his perspective on how the disruption to research funding and federal organizations impacts scientists and healthcare workers and patients.
Goodbye color codes. Washington hospitals asked to switch to plain language
The recommended codes use plain language instead of color codes to ensure that staff, patients, and visitors can easily understand the announcements.
