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2021 to 2023 biennial report

These achievements belong to all of us — our members, staff, and the many volunteer leaders who have stepped up to make a difference for our association and the nursing profession.

Q&A with Tacoma General nurses Liana Delacorte and Matthew Dustin

Matthew Dustin and Liana Delacorte talk to WSNA about their jobs, magical moments, and working with ratios.

May 15, 2023

A life saved – my grandson

I am so proud to be a nurse, and I’m glad to witness the fabulous work our nurses do at Sacred Heart Medical Center and St. Luke’s Rehab. Thank you to all the healthcare providers!

May 24, 2023

In the Frame: Toppenish

The Washington Nurse magazine showcases hospitals in the state and their communities. In this issue: Astria Toppenish Hospital.

May 15, 2023

Perspective from a nurse at Astria Toppenish

Astria Toppenish nurses fought for better wages but faced devastation as the hospital closed the Family Medical Center. Efforts continue to restore OB/GYN services for the community.

May 15, 2023

Capturing the magic of the Labor and Delivery Unit at Astria Toppenish

Astria Toppenish Hospital's Labor and Delivery Unit closure highlights the dire state of healthcare, under served communities, and rising maternal mortality rates.

May 15, 2023

Essentials for healthcare workplace violence prevention

Explore rising healthcare workplace violence, laws, and safety measures, reflecting on your practice environment, and earn 1.0 CNE contact hours.

May 8, 2023

A look at forensic nursing

Forensic nursing supports abuse survivors, collects evidence, and restores dignity. Progress has been made, but there's more to achieve.

May 15, 2023

Butch de Castro appointed next dean of Seattle University’s College of Nursing

His research focused on occupational health disparities, examining how employment opportunities, job conditions, and work organization contribute to chronic stress and work-related injury and illness — particularly for immigrants and workers of color.

April 13, 2023

David Reyes appointed dean of the UW Tacoma School of Nursing & Healthcare Leadership

His primary scholarship interests are in addressing the root causes of health inequity and disparities, building community leadership capacity, and using community-based participatory approaches that focus on equitable partnerships between communities and health systems.

April 13, 2023

Meet the 2023 candidates for WSNA offices

WSNA is a member-driven organization; volunteer elected leaders are essential to keeping members’ voices at the forefront.

April 14, 2023

Call for self-nominations for appointments

Join a WSNA council or committee.

April 14, 2023