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"We want the county to VALUE us in the way that aligns with its True North and values. Public Health nurses hold a unique level of tolerance, but we are done tolerating different treatment than other nurses. We deserve MORE and we will not stop fighting until we get it."
September 12, 2025 • 3 minutes to read
The erosion of public trust in federal health agencies has underscored the urgent need for strong, science-driven leadership at the state and regional levels.
September 11, 2025 • 1 minute to read
“When clinicians, researchers, and advocates join together in pushing back against harmful policies by the administration, we can make a meaningful impact for our patients.”
September 2, 2025 • 2 minutes to read
Amount of leadership changes could pose threats to public health.
August 29, 2025 • 3 minutes to read
What are your words of advice? "Don’t be afraid. Nurses come out of school so scared. Are you going to make mistakes? You bet. But learn something from every mistake you make."
August 15, 2025 • 6 minutes to read
The vote, ratified July 22, marks the first time these specialized teams have come together under a union.
August 15, 2025 • 1 minute to read
Seattle Children's nurse Saudia Yhann was on the Camino in Spain when she sent an email to WSNA reflecting on the union's support throughout her career. "I so appreciate the work you do and the time you give."
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.
August 12, 2025 • 2 minutes to read
‘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.
July 31, 2025 • 5 minutes to read
Academy president says recognition signifies power of nursing to transform health and enact positive outcomes.
July 10, 2025 • 1 minute to read
WSNA President Justin Gill urges profession to ‘stare down the challenges we face with the boldness and directness that this time calls for.’
July 10, 2025 • 5 minutes to read
New Washington law will allow striking or locked-out workers to collect up to six weeks of unemployment benefits starting Jan. 2026.
July 10, 2025 • 3 minutes to read
The key issues are workplace violence, flexible scheduling, staffing incentives, and below-market wages.
July 7, 2025 • 1 minute to read
Help move nursing forward. Applications due by Aug. 10.
July 1, 2025 • 3 minutes to read
Congratulations to the elected leaders who will lead the Washington State Nurses Association for the next two years.
ANA's Membership Assembly overwhelmingly approved a resolution urging bold action to defend nursing, patient care, and evidence-based practice.
June 30, 2025 • 1 minute to read
During convention, WSNA’s highest decision-making body passed a number of resolutions and bylaws setting WSNA's future.
June 17, 2025 • 2 minutes to read
We wholeheartedly condemn this action, and demand that the information not be used to target any individuals.
June 16, 2025 • 1 minute to read
Juneteenth is a powerful reminder that the fight for justice and equality is not just history—it’s ongoing.
June 13, 2025 • 1 minute to read
The King County Nurses Association is proud to invest in the future of nursing by awarding scholarships to outstanding nursing students in our community.
June 13, 2025 • 3 minutes to read
This year, the WSNF trustees awarded 25 scholarships to nursing students totaling $89,000, their biggest award year yet!
June 13, 2025 • 2 minutes to read
Against a backdrop of rising pressure on healthcare workers, the convention brought together hundreds of nurses to address safe staffing, workplace violence, and systemic inequity, reaffirming a shared commitment to advocacy and patient care.
June 12, 2025 • 14 minutes to read
The Washington State Nurses Association recognizes ten extraordinary individuals whose leadership, advocacy, and compassion are reshaping nursing in Washington and inspiring the next generation.
June 9, 2025 • 11 minutes to read
The first four groups will focus on racial justice, LGBTQ+ health, workplace violence, and mobilizing.
June 9, 2025 • 1 minute to read
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