Washington State Labor Council Convention brings top names in labor
Support for unions in the country is the highest since 1965, according to Gallup poll
By Gerard Friesz, Executive Director
The good fight at Good Sam
Good Samaritan Hospital nurses’ six-month struggle leads to historic contract win, ensuring safer staffing and fair compensation.
By Bobbi Nodell, Marketing and Communications Manager
Op-ed by David Keepnews, PhD, JD, RN, FAAN: ‘Now is a time to be courageous’
Safe staffing, gun safety, virtual nursing, documentation by nurses, and more at ANA Membership Assembly
By David Keepnews, PhD, JD, RN, FAAN
Press release
Virginia Mason nurses to picket outside hospital Oct. 10
Picket comes after 15 bargaining sessions
WSNA names members to state staffing advisory committee
The advisory committee on hospital staffing will start by advising DOH on its development of the uniform hospital staffing plan form.
Press release
Wenatchee Valley Hospital RNs vote to join WSNA
WSNA will now represent about 100 registered nurses at the facility, which is part of Confluence Health.
2023 WSNA Recognition Awards
WSNA gave awards to 10 people in Washington state for their exemplary work in advancing the nursing profession.
Press release
ANA responds to SCOTUS ruling against affirmative action programs
WSNA fully supports the American Nurses Association's statement on the Supreme Court's ruling against affirmative action.
Press release
WSNA elects Justin Gill as first person of color and first male president
Gill, 33, is not only the first person of color and first male president in WSNA’s 115-year history, but he is also one of the youngest.
Election results for 2023 – 2025 biennium
Congratulations to these WSNA members elected by their peers to serve in positions of leadership during our 2023 – 2025 biennium!
Press release
MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital nurses reach a tentative agreement
The agreement comes after nurses overwhelmingly voted by 95% to strike Wednesday night.
Press release
MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital nurses vote to strike over staffing and dedicated break nurses
MultiCare Good Samaritan nurses overwhelmingly voted by 95% to strike Wednesday night. The main issues for the 750 nurses represented by WSNA are staffing and dedicated break nurses.
Press release
MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital nurses hold strike vote June 20 and 21
Good Sam nurses are seeking safe staffing measures in their contract that will ensure they are able to give their patients the care they need and deserve.
Mara Kieval left this world with a message of love
She was a fierce fighter for the rights of nurses.
A life saved – my grandson
I am so proud to be a nurse, and I’m glad to witness the fabulous work our nurses do at Sacred Heart Medical Center and St. Luke’s Rehab. Thank you to all the healthcare providers!
By Lynnette Vehrs, MN, RN, President
2021 to 2023 biennial report
These achievements belong to all of us — our members, staff, and the many volunteer leaders who have stepped up to make a difference for our association and the nursing profession.
By David Keepnews, PhD, JD, RN, FAAN and Lynnette Vehrs, MN, RN, President
Q&A with Tacoma General nurses Liana Delacorte and Matthew Dustin
Matthew Dustin and Liana Delacorte talk to WSNA about their jobs, magical moments, and working with ratios.
By Bobbi Nodell, Marketing and Communications Manager
Perspective from a nurse at Astria Toppenish
Astria Toppenish nurses fought for better wages but faced devastation as the hospital closed the Family Medical Center. Efforts continue to restore OB/GYN services for the community.
By Julia Barcott, RN, Vice-President, Board of Directors
Capturing the magic of the Labor and Delivery Unit at Astria Toppenish
Astria Toppenish Hospital's Labor and Delivery Unit closure highlights the dire state of healthcare, under served communities, and rising maternal mortality rates.
In the Frame: Toppenish
The Washington Nurse magazine showcases hospitals in the state and their communities. In this issue: Astria Toppenish Hospital.
By Bobbi Nodell, Marketing and Communications Manager
Happy Nurses Week and Nurses Month
From all of us to all of you, happy Nurses Week and Nurses Month.
MultiCare Good Samaritan nurses rally for better staffing | ‘I have become mentally, emotionally, and morally exhausted.’
Nurses are being driven to the brink. They love their jobs. They love their colleagues and their patients. But they cannot take the escalating patient loads.
Governor Jay Inslee proclaims May as Nurses Month in Washington state
Thank you, Governor Jay Inslee, for recognizing May 2023 as Nurses Month in Washington state.
Safe nurse staffing bill officially signed into law
Gov. Inslee signed a safe staffing bill that will improve working conditions for nurses and healthcare workers throughout the state.
