Happy Nurses Week
Past update Posted May 6, 2026 View latest update
Let’s say it plainly: you are extraordinary.
Not in the vague, laminated-plaque-in-the-breakroom kind of way. In the actually showing up, shift after shift, in conditions that would break most people kind of way.
So before anything else: thank you. Happy Nurses Week.
Coming to a unit near you
Your new WSNA union officers are excited to meet you — and they’ll be rounding on every unit throughout Nurses Week to say thank you in person and hand out some free swag. Keep an eye out for them this week!
“Celebrating you also means being honest about what you’re up against.”
Safe staffing
When you’re caring for more patients than is safe, it’s not a personal failing — it’s a systemic problem. You shouldn’t have to choose between skipping a break and giving someone the attention they need. Your WSNA bargaining unit is fighting for it.
The union is you
The union isn’t some outside organization — it’s your coworkers. The people in the break room with you, at the bargaining table for you. When we fight for safe staffing, we fight together.
One ask this week
Celebrate. Rest if you can. Grab your swag.
And when you're ready...
With gratitude and solidarity,
Your WSNA Union Officers
WSNA Bargaining Unit · UWMC Montlake