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Outstanding leaders whose passion, courage, and commitment are making a difference across Washington were honored at WSNA’s Union Leadership Conference, held in Wenatchee April 26-28.
May 19, 2026
We’ve added a dad hat, trucker hat, “Union Strong Nurse” T-shirt, polo shirt and Pride T-shirt.
May 15, 2026
Nurses say MultiCare proposes to eliminate previously won staffing protections; use of phrase “colored nurses” sparks outrage
A Western Union telegram reading “Give them hell,” a threat of mass resignations in 1967, and a near strike in 1971 are lived history shared by former WSNA Executive Director Judy Huntington.
We wholeheartedly support this effort to make Providence, the largest healthcare provider in Washington state, do its legal and moral duty to support pregnant workers and their babies.
May 14, 2026
A new Washington law may make it easier for qualifying registered nurses with work-related PTSD to access workers’ compensation benefits, but eligibility depends on specific job, diagnosis, and documentation requirements.
As director of operations and labor advisor at WSNA, Friesz has worked to help turn vision into action.
May 13, 2026
We encourage you to take this survey from Washington State Labor Council, UW Harry Bridges Center, and Coalition for Black Trade Unionists (Puget Sound). The survey seeks to better understand labor leaders’ and workers’ experiences with and perspectives on AI.
WSNA supports efforts to ensure that all children in need of immediate care will receive it without undue restriction or second-guessing.
May 8, 2026
We hope you’ll enjoy this short video honoring all of you for showing up for your patients, for your profession, and for each other.
May 6, 2026
For nurses, this moment is not only about legal authority—it is about human dignity, ethical responsibility, and the protection of fundamental human rights.
April 29, 2026
Virtual book launch on Earth Day for 'Taking Action: Top 10 Priorities for Nurses to Protect Health in a Changing Climate'
April 15, 2026
Washington State Gov. Bob Ferguson made the announcement on April 1 and said the network strengthens Washington’s preparedness for emerging threats and future pandemics.
April 14, 2026
Our five Hall of Fame winners remind us of the power of nursing to transform communities. In this short video, we get a window into their achievements and snippets from their acceptance speeches.
Friesz, whose appointment begins May 1, will succeed David Keepnews, who is retiring.
March 20, 2026
These exceptional nurses were inducted into the Washington State Nurses Hall of Fame on March 19, 2026.
"Nurses rely on science and evidence to guide our decisions. We advocate for our patients, and we will continue to protect them from harmful policy decisions."
March 13, 2026
“I will stand behind you, in front of you, or carry you on my shoulders to help guide you and to help give you strength.“
The robot is survived by human nurses in comfortable shoes.
When nurses lead, workplaces change.
In a year that tested the healthcare system and the profession alike, WSNA members met the moment – organizing, advocating, and shaping the future of nursing in Washington.
March 10, 2026
The award recognizes substantial contributions made by an individual man in nursing to the profession in the areas of practice, research, education, public policy, and/or community service.
February 18, 2026
Hall of Fame member Verna Hill was a pioneering public health nurse and civil rights advocate who broke racial barriers in nursing education and leadership.
Nurses who are advancing their education must be able to finance it.
February 17, 2026
