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October

Making your staffing complaint count 

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Making your staffing complaint count 

Every effectively documented complaint helps identify gaps in the current law and strengthens our advocacy for change through the legislative and collective bargaining processes.

Make your voice heard this November

Make your voice heard this November

Decisions made at the ballot box affect nurses, our patients, and the future of healthcare. Make sure your voice is heard by voting early.

Oct. 15, 2026

There’s still time to complete survey on AI in the workplace

There’s still time to complete survey on AI in the workplace

Complete this survey to help the labor movement and policymakers better understand all workers’ experience with AI — and whether they differ by background or identity.

Oct. 15, 2026

Updated strategic priorities call out ratios legislation, strengthening political presence, and responsible use of AI 

Updated strategic priorities call out ratios legislation, strengthening political presence, and responsible use of AI

The WSNA Board of Directors approved 6 strategic priorities that reflect the realities nurses are facing today.

Oct. 15, 2026

How I got $158,000 in student debt forgiven

How I got $158,000 in student debt forgiven

"We give so much to our patients, our families, and our communities. It is ok to let someone give back to you. You’ve earned it!"

Sept. 28, 2026

Did you lose your Temporary Protected Status? Act now.

Did you lose your Temporary Protected Status? Act now.

If you are a nurse who is in danger of losing your work authorization because of changes to your Temporary Protected Status, you may have a chance to qualify for permanent employment sponsorship, which could mean a path to citizenship.

Sept. 30, 2026

Thank you for helping your fellow WSNA members

Thank you for helping your fellow WSNA members

The WSNF Nurses Emergency Assistance Grant Fund has issued nearly 100 grants to members who lost their homes or were forced to evacuate due to the Spokane Complex wildfires.

Sept. 21, 2026

The leading voice and advocate for nurses in Washington

WSNA provides representation, education and resources that allow nurses to reach their full professional potential and focus on caring for patients. WSNA has represented nurses in our state since 1908, leveraging our collective voice to successfully advocate with employers, state agencies and the state Legislature for better working conditions, safe staffing, fair compensation and patient safety. For more than 110 years, WSNA has championed issues that support nurses, advance professional standards and improve the health of individuals and families in Washington.

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