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Washington needs more nurses in elected office

WSNA is focused on cultivating future leaders who want to run for office so we can put nurses back in the legislature. Three members recently did trainings, including one specifically for nurses.

Q&A with Peggy Smith

"We need every single nurse to be part of the union. That’s how we are going to be strong. Without the union, you have no one to back you up."

August 15, 2025

Truth or theater? One-year of data on meal and rest break compliance

Hospitals say they are in compliance with meal and rest breaks, but that doesn't match the experience of frontline workers. The numbers raise an important question: Is this true compliance – or an illusion? How do we bridge this divide?

August 15, 2025

Seattle Children’s case managers ratify vote to join the WSNA union

The vote, ratified July 22, marks the first time these specialized teams have come together under a union.

August 15, 2025

Article on workplace violence hits a nerve

Women’s Health Magazine takes on the crisis of workplace violence with a powerful story, “Nurse are most definitely not alright.”

August 18, 2025

In appreciation of your work

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."

August 15, 2025

WSNA members in Yakima Valley part of forum on Medicaid cuts

Nurses on the panel said they feared that the cuts will mean that people won’t get help until they are really sick—or may go without care at all.

August 18, 2025