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Help us advocate for all nurses in Washington state. We can do this, together.
Nurses are a powerful group. People trust us. Let’s do what we can!
Oct. 18, 2022
Support nurses around the state as we call for meaningful raises to encourage nurses to stay in or return to the profession.
July 21, 2022
“We knew going into this 2022 session it was an uphill battle."
WSNA is proud of the role that we played in advancing this strong ANA position on enforceable staffing standards.
I left the Assembly feeling inspired to continue the work of nurses who came before me and laid the groundwork to inspire, nurture, and elevate the next generation of nurse leaders.
Thirteen WSNA voting delegates attended the American Nurses Association (ANA) Membership Assembly in Washington, D.C. on June 10 and 11.
June 13, 2022
Lock in early bird rates for Washington’s only statewide convention dedicated exclusively to nurses and the issues we face.
Oct. 17, 2022
WSNA helped push forward three resolutions at the Washington State Labor Council Convention and the American Federation of Teachers Convention.
Do you know a nurse who deserves to be celebrated for their exceptional contributions to the profession of nursing? Nominate them for a 2023 Recognition Award!
Run for WSNA office for the 2023-2024 biennium.
Oct. 12, 2022
United local units are finally convincing management they have to do better to keep nurses at their facilities.
Oct. 19, 2022
Cabinet members work to improve the lives of nurses through better contracts. They also encourage organizing on behalf of nurses.
WSNA labor advisor Gerard Friesz on the wave of unionization
July 27, 2022
Nurses often work outside traditional hospital units and report to a variety of leaders.
Many times, when nurses hear about health literacy it is in the context of patient education or reading level. But is that all health literacy is about?
Nursing faculty reflective of student diversity supports the success of historically under-represented persons entering the nursing workforce.
ANA seeks forgiveness “for named and unaccounted-for harms,” and issues a plan of action to promote diversity.
July 19, 2022
Maintaining situational awareness, reviewing your facility’s emergency response plans, and participating in trainings and drills can and will make a difference for nurses in the event of an active shooter incident.
As a nurse providing bedside care, have you ever wondered why certain patients are difficult to discharge? Could it be issues with "transitional care?"
Washington state has eight new fellows inducted into the American Academy of Nursing in 2022.
The data shows there are enough registered nurses with active licenses in the state for the number of nursing jobs.
Garcia, a nurse at Sunnyside Community Hospital in Yakima County, grew up with a grandmother who helped organize migrant workers in California alongside Cesar Chavez.
