March 13, 2026
Friesz, whose appointment begins May 1, will succeed David Keepnews, who is retiring.
March 20, 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."
“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.“
"If there was ever a moment to get involved, it’s now."
"Together we are unstoppable."
A unit of more than 100 per diem nurses voted overwhelmingly in favor of joining the union.
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
Turned away by the British establishment, Mary Seacole financed her own journey to Crimea and brought care, comfort, and medical skill directly to the battlefield, reshaping the story of who built modern nursing.
February 28, 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.
These exceptional nurses were inducted into the Washington State Nurses Hall of Fame on March 19, 2026.
Following 18 bargaining sessions with limited progress, hundreds of nurses picketed outside Kadlec Regional Medical Center on Jan. 26, saying stronger contract language is needed to address mounting safety and staffing concerns.
February 17, 2026
Nurses at Tacoma General and Mary Bridge NICU picketed Jan. 23, reached a tentative agreement a week later, and overwhelmingly ratified new contracts on Feb. 6.
The WSNA Board of Directors, elected by the membership, is committed to a transparent and thorough transition.
February 16, 2026
Seattle Children’s nurses ratified a new contract after nine months of tough bargaining, winning major pay increases, stronger protections, and preserving union rights.
February 12, 2026
The nurses successfully fought off the hospital’s aggressively anti-union, anti-nurse proposals.
January 30, 2026
Workplace violence getting worse with no action by hospital
January 21, 2026
Nurses picket outside Tacoma General Jan. 23 to raise awareness
January 16, 2026
“At a time when our healthcare system faces profound challenges at both the state and national levels, it is essential that frontline voices—especially nurses—are present and heard in these spaces.”
January 15, 2026
We must speak out against this grave human rights violation and demand accountability for the killing of Renee Good.
January 9, 2026
Patient and nurse safety, and nurse recruitment and retention among top priorities.
December 22, 2025
By making the sick time policy more equitable, we make the hospital safer and more accessible for patients and staff.
December 19, 2025
Help us recognize extraordinary Washington nursing leaders.
December 16, 2025
