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WSNA statement on immigrant sterilizations taking place at Georgia detention center under ICE

Like so many others, we are horrified by recent claims of immigrant sterilizations taking place at a Georgia detention center under the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

September 15, 2020

A musical film about Florence Nightingale is coming!

When a touring production of this musical was shut down by COVID-19, the producers - in the spirit of Florence Nightingale - didn’t give up!

August 7, 2020

Presenting the 2020 inductees into the WSNA Hall of Fame

This year, the coronavirus pandemic meant that we could not hold our usual induction gala dinner and ceremony. Instead, our six legendary inductees were honored in a small virtual ceremony.

August 4, 2020

Governor updates vulnerable worker protections

On July 29, Governor Jay Inslee updated the proclamation that provides protections for vulnerable workers in Washington state and extended it through the duration of the current state of emergency.

July 29, 2020

Nurses campaigning in a time of coronavirus

In this election year, the pandemic has made one thing crystal clear: nurses are vitally important to the health of our communities. We need nurses — in our hospitals, in our long-term care facilities, in our schools and in our state legislature.

July 21, 2020

ANA, AFT pass resolutions on racial justice

The American Nurses Association and the American Federation of Teachers both passed resolutions last week calling for racial justice and action to combat racism.

June 24, 2020

Dr. Gloria Brigham receives Outstanding Alumni Award

Dr. Gloria Brigham, WSNA's director of nursing practice, is the recipient of Outstanding Alumni Award for 2020 from the University of Washington Tacoma (UWT) School of Nursing and Healthcare Leadership.

June 11, 2020

Congratulations to 2020 Nurses of Influence Banquet Awardees

WSNA congratulates the 2020 Nurses of Influence Banquet Awardees, including five WSNA members. The awards are given by the University of Washington School of Nursing to outstanding graduates and other exceptional individuals in the greater nursing community.

June 5, 2020

WSNA statement calling for an end to systemic racism, racial violence and police brutality

WSNA stands in solidarity with all those who are calling for an end to systemic racism, racial violence and police brutality. We also are calling on our profession to look hard at the many ways racism manifests itself in our health care system and in patient care. We must do better.

May 31, 2020

WSNA statement on Governor’s proclamation reopening non-urgent medical and dental procedures

Press release

"WSNA is pleased to see the thoughtful, collaborative, data-driven proclamation on the safe restart of health care surgeries and procedures issued by Governor Jay Inslee today," said Sally Watkins, WSNA executive director.

May 18, 2020

Governor Jay Inslee proclaims May as Nurses Month in Washington state

Thank you, Governor Jay Inslee for recognizing May 2020 as Nurse Month."I encourage all people in our state to join me in honoring the nurses of Washington, especially recognizing the critical and live-saving role that registered nurses have filled around our state, country, and world through the current coronavirus pandemic.

May 1, 2020

Nurses and health care workers call for action for PPE and hazard pay

Press release Statement

Washington State Nurses Association, UFCW 21 and SEIU Healthcare 1199NW today reiterated their call for hazard pay for nurses and frontline health care workers in the face of ongoing shortages of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

April 17, 2020

Gov. Inslee issues memo on workers compensation and proclamation on high-risk workers

On April 10, Gov. Inslee sent a memorandum clarifying how L&I should handle workers compensation claims for COVID-19. On April 13, he issued a proclamation protecting high-risk employees.

April 13, 2020

Unions demand hazard pay for health care workers

Press release

Frontline health care workers are putting their lives on the line to save the lives of others. In view of these extraordinary circumstances, WSNA, SEIU Healthcare 1199NW and UFCW 21 issued a joint statement demanding hazard pay for health care workers as they face this pandemic.

April 8, 2020

U.S. Sen. Patty Murray, nurses and healthcare workers call on Trump administration to drive coordinated, transparent response to protect healthcare workers, patients and communities

Press release Statement

Sen. Patty Murray (D-WA) and frontline healthcare workers from SEIU 775, SEIU Healthcare 1199NW, UFCW 21 and WSNA today called on the Trump administration to show the leadership the country needed since before this crisis began, and ensure all healthcare workers have the personal protective equipment they need to safely care for…

April 4, 2020

WSNA statement on firing of Dr. Ming Lin and silencing of nurses and doctors

Press release Statement

As the union representing 900 nurses at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham, WSNA is appalled by the hospital administration’s response to the very real concerns being raised by frontline caregivers at the hospital.

March 28, 2020

Unions push back on Labor Relations Board’s anti-democracy decision

Press release Statement

Labor organizations across Washington State today are expressing outrage in reaction to the National Labor Relations Board (Board) postponing of all union recognition elections until at least April 2.

March 23, 2020

Lessons learned from the front lines: Washington State Nurses Association’s recommendations for other states

Our members have been on the front lines of the COVID-19 crisis in the United States. As we work to manage a public health crisis unlike any of us has ever seen, it is our duty to share the key lessons we are learning on the ground.

March 20, 2020

Unions representing nurses and health professionals applaud steps to focus on safety

Press release

Unions representing nurses, health professionals, and health care service and maintenance workers today responded to Gov. Inslee’s emergency declaration on health and safety rules.

March 19, 2020

ANA met with President Trump to discuss coronavirus prevention strategies

Today, ANA Chief Nursing Officer Debbie Hatmaker met with President Donald J. Trump to urge the administration to provide a sufficient supply of appropriate personal protective equipment for nurses and to share the need for creative staffing strategies to sustain the nursing workforce so they can continue to provide care during this…

March 19, 2020

POSTPONED: Nightingale musical due to COVID-19 pandemic

Upcoming performances of "Nightingale: A Musical Regarding the Life & Passion of Miss Florence Nightingale" have been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The shows will be rescheduled later in 2020.

March 18, 2020

Joint statement from SEIU Healthcare 1199NW, Washington State Nurses Association and UFCW 21 on prohibition of large events during COVID-19 outbreak

Press release Statement

As nurses and healthcare workers providing essential care to patients in hospitals, clinics, and housing and shelters across Washington state, we applaud Gov. Jay Inslee and the leaders of King, Pierce and Snohomish Counties for taking the necessary step of limiting large gatherings during this stage of the COVID-19 outbreak.

March 11, 2020

2020 Hall of Fame Gala rescheduled due to COVID-19

Due to current social distancing recommendations by CDC and Seattle / King County Public Health related to the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, we will be honoring inductees Aug. 6, 2020.

March 11, 2020

Joint statement from Washington State Nurses Association, SEIU Healthcare 1199NW and UFCW21 on personal protections for healthcare workers

Press release Statement

The CDC has announced new interim recommendations on the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) for situations where adequate supplies are unavailable.

March 10, 2020