2010 Legislative Session
Nurse Legislative Day

Catastrophe in Haiti

In the wake of the devastation in Haiti, The American Nurses Association and WSNA would like to convey our deepest sympathies to those who have suffered incalculable losses.

For nurses who have expressed an interest helping with the relief and recovery efforts, we encourage anyone interested in becoming a first responder to pre-register with one of the many disaster registries and response organizations that already exist. These groups ensure that volunteers will have access to training and will be utilized according to the appropriate response plans.

What you can do:

Please visit http://www.nursingworld.org/MainMenuCategories/
HealthcareandPolicyIssues/DPR/VolunteerNow.aspx
to learn more about how to become an emergency first responder.

Important Message for Disaster Relief Volunteers going to Haiti (PDF) from Maxine Hayes, MD, MPH, State Health Officer, Washington State Department of Health 01-26-10

If you wish to make a contribution to relief efforts please visit http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/site/entry/disaster_haiti for more information.

Founded in 1908, WSNA is the professional organization representing more than 15,000 registered nurses in Washington State. WSNA effectively advocates for the improvement of health standards and availability of quality health care for all people; promotes high standards for the nursing profession; and advances the professional and economic development of nurses.

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