WSNA seeks Executive Director

The Washington State Nurses Association (WSNA) (www.wsna.org), Seattle, WA is seeking an Executive Director. Registered Nurse preferred, Master’s degree required. A minimum of three years experience at the executive management level of a complex organization related to nursing service, education, professional association, union or other health care entity. Extensive knowledge of contemporary issues in nursing, health care, union administration, and professional association operations and management required. Must be able to work effectively with an 11 member Board of Directors and other governance structures in a large (14,000 plus) membership organization. The Executive Director directs and is responsible and accountable for all association operations, hiring and overseeing a staff of more than 46, and leads the association’s work in strategic planning, public policy, advocacy, patient and nurse safety, and in advancing collective bargaining and professional development for registered nurses. Excellent interpersonal, fiscal, and leadership skills required.

Resume and contact information for three references by October 1, 2016 to:

Linda J. Shinn
Consensus Management Group
lshinn@virtualcmg.com

WSNA is the leading voice and advocate for nurses in Washington State. For more than 100 years, WSNA has championed issues that support nurses, advance professional standards and improve the health of individuals and families in Washington.