Meet the WSNA Board of Directors
We asked your board two questions: What are the top issues facing nursing today? What are your top priorities for the board this term?
Press release
AFT’s Weingarten responds to key vote to end shutdown
"Americans deserve dignity, opportunity and a life they can afford. And they deserve leaders who care about them enough to put politics aside and work toward solutions that improve their lives, not shatter them."
WSNA member Tracy Klein appointed to WSU Board of Regents
“As a nurse practitioner, I understand the need for continuous quality improvement.”
Justin Gill tapped in national exhibit on the American Dream
"In high school, he was interested in politics but switched to nursing to make a more direct contribution. Justin believes that nurses have much to add to policy discussions."
Faye Glenn Abdellah became a nurse in 1942 and a living legend in 1994
Her work has had an outsized impact on the nursing profession by taking a holistic approach to patient care and moving nursing from task oriented to a profession.
By Megan Kilpatrick, MSN, RN, Education Director
Statement
Statement from WSNA on the government shutdown and attacks on health care
WSNA calls on the president and Congress to work across the aisle and find a solution that all Americans deserve — one that protects healthcare, lowers costs, and keeps the government open.
Press release
King County public health nurses to rally Sept. 27
King County’s public health nurses should feel valued and supported for their years served.
Statement
WSNA rejects Pres., FDA advice on acetaminophen in pregnancy
The overwhelming body of evidence confirms that acetaminophen is safe and appropriate for the management of pain or fever in pregnancy, and there is no evidence of a causal link to autism.
Press release
Seattle Children’s nurses fighting for their rights, set to info picket Sept. 30
Seattle Children’s wants to eliminate long-held union protections and deny nurses what they need to provide safe, excellent care.
WSNA Executive Director David Keepnews to step down August 2026
"This is the craziest and busiest job I have ever had. I truly love it. This is the highlight of my almost 45 years as a nurse. But it’s time to move on to the next stage of my life."
By David Keepnews, PhD, JD, RN, FAAN
Statement
Multistate letter: Western Health Alliance
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.
Statement
Lawsuit settlement requires restoration of critical federal health resources
“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.”
Press release
American Nurses Association alarmed by volume of abrupt changes at CDC
Amount of leadership changes could pose threats to public health.
Q&A with veteran nurse Peggy Smith
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."
By Bobbi Nodell, Marketing and Communications Manager
From Spain with love: Member writes WSNA a letter of appreciation
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."
Statement
State nurses’ associations raise alarm over reports of potential dismissal of USPSTF members
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.
Press release
Nurses at UW Medical Center – Northwest warn of staffing crisis
‘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.
7 Washington nurses to be inducted as American Academy of Nursing fellows
Academy president says recognition signifies power of nursing to transform health and enact positive outcomes.
ANA 2025 Membership Assembly: Harnessing the power of nurses
WSNA President Justin Gill urges profession to ‘stare down the challenges we face with the boldness and directness that this time calls for.’
By David Keepnews, PhD, JD, RN, FAAN
Press release
UW Medicine nurses to speak at Board of Regents Meeting July 9
The key issues are workplace violence, flexible scheduling, staffing incentives, and below-market wages.
Seeking applications for WSNA councils and committees
Help move nursing forward. Applications due by Aug. 10.
WSNA announces results of 2025–27 elections
Congratulations to the elected leaders who will lead the Washington State Nurses Association for the next two years.
Defending Nursing's Principles and Protecting Our Patients
ANA's Membership Assembly overwhelmingly approved a resolution urging bold action to defend nursing, patient care, and evidence-based practice.
By David Keepnews, PhD, JD, RN, FAAN
General Assembly sets priorities for WSNA
During convention, WSNA’s highest decision-making body passed a number of resolutions and bylaws setting WSNA's future.
By David Keepnews, PhD, JD, RN, FAAN
