Welcome
Welcome
We’re happy to have you as a member of WSNA!
You are part of a powerful organization that supports you in reaching your full professional potential so you can focus on caring for your patients. Together, we advocate for better laws and policies to support nurses. We offer educational opportunities. We bargain hard for superior contracts. We strive to keep you up to date on issues and trends that affect you and your patients.
Your involvement is what makes WSNA powerful. Our members are leaders in their workplaces. You speak up for the concerns of nurses in Olympia and respond to action alerts throughout legislative sessions. You serve on bargaining committees and attend rallies and pickets to fight for fair contracts. You are WSNA!
We welcome your participation in WSNA’s activities and encourage you to take advantage of the many benefits of membership.
Your local unit
Access your contract, recent news, and resources for your WSNA local unit.
Your representation rights
As a union member, you have the right to have a representative present in any meetings with management that could potentially lead to disciplinary action against you. Find out more about this crucial right and how to exercise it to ensure your fair treatment and protection.
Continuing education
Take advantage of our free continuing education courses, designed to enhance your knowledge and skills while earning valuable CNE credits.
Newsletter
As a new WSNA member, you are now subscribed to the WSNA Newsletter, featuring member stories and articles on nursing practice, government affairs, and union news.
Additional WSNA benefits
We have partnered with a number of organizations to bring you discounts and access to services, including Nurses Service Organization (NSO), Aflac, Bright Now! Dental and LegalShield/IDShield.
Your regional nurses association
Your WSNA membership includes membership in your regional association, which typically offers educational events and scholarships.
American Nurses Association
As a member of WSNA you are also a Premier Member of the American Nurses Association. Your membership gives you access to a range of benefits that include discounts on things like ANCC certification fees, ANA books and publications, and online continuing education.
AFT
As a union member of WSNA, you also have access to the many benefits offered through AFT.
Political Action Committee
Learn about the WSNA PAC!
WSNA’s non-partisan Political Action Committee supports the candidates who support nurses by providing our coveted election endorsement and, potentially, monetary support.
Nursing scholarships and grants
The Washington State Nurses Foundation supports nursing students and nurses in need.
Now more than ever we need to support the future of nursing. Learn more about WSNF and pay it forward by donating today.