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As the reach of telemedicine services expands, questions arise regarding the permitted scope of practice, licensure requirements and HIPAA compliance.
July 31, 2018
After years of battling in the courts over MultiCare’s unsafe use of “break buddies” to cover for nurse rest breaks, the Washington State Nurses Association, together with our members at Tacoma General Hospital, won a big victory on July 23.
July 27, 2018
This year, we are proud to support two WSNA members running for office in the 34th legislative district, which covers West Seattle, Vashon Island and Burien.
While telemedicine/telehealth (TMH) can foster efficiency and convenience, its reliance on continuous, real-time transmission of data over computer networks also creates risk.
July 26, 2018
Project ECHO's goal is to elevate heart failure care in rural and medically underserved regions by providing accessible education on evidence-based practices.
July 24, 2018
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.
July 19, 2018
Pausing for a moment of reflection after a patient’s death reconnects caregivers to the mission of healthcare.
July 18, 2018
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.
Nurses take on many different functions in telemental health/integrated care and are important in providing and increasing access to mental health care.
July 17, 2018
Patient population is yet to be enough to necessitate a neurologist/psychiatrist 24/7 - with Telehealth, we have those specialists a button click away.
July 13, 2018
WSNA’s ongoing challenge to secure rest breaks for the nurses at Tacoma General came before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in the case of WSNA v. MultiCare.
July 12, 2018
With a Telestroke neurologist consulting via audio-video conferencing technology, the Emergency Department has a partner in the care of acute stroke patients.
July 10, 2018
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.
July 3, 2018
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.
June 29, 2018
We strongly condemn the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn 40 years’ worth of precedent in the Janus v. AFSCME case by making fair share fees for public sector employees unconstitutional.
June 27, 2018
Progressive development, sophistication of technology and demand for novel approaches positions nurses to address health disparities with telehealth technology.
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.
June 25, 2018
Halvorsen got involved in advocating for nursing policy as a student at WSU Tri-Cities, becoming a WSU College of Nursing Outstanding Undergraduate Student.
June 22, 2018
On Aug. 15 to 17, three Washington nurses will be honored by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing at its annual awards ceremony.
June 19, 2018
WSNA recently won a significant settlement with Washington State Labor & Industries and King County over mandatory overtime violations.
June 11, 2018
Volunteer and join more than 100 partner organizations to offer free dental, vision and medical care to underserved and vulnerable populations.
June 7, 2018
Let’s talk about the power of one. I know that sounds counterintuitive coming from a union organizer because the whole concept of a union is based on the coming together of individuals for a common purpose. Uniting for a cause. Working together for the greater good. But, I’d like you to think for a minute and ask yourself what the…
June 1, 2018
Making hydration a priority is important. It can help with weight loss, provide an energy boost and even improve skin tone.
Do you know what HEALWA is, and how to access this resource?
May 31, 2018
