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IOM workshop Feb. 16 on Zika research priorities

The Institute of Medicine will convene a Feb. 16 workshop to identify research priorities to inform public health and medical practice for domestic Zika virus. The workshop will be webcast at www.nationalacademies.org.

February 5, 2016

CDC: Flu season begins – severe influenza illness reported

CDC urges rapid antiviral treatment of very ill and high risk suspected cases.

February 3, 2016

MEDIA RELEASE: WSNA leads effort to address staffing crisis at Western State Hospital by using Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners in clinical roles

Nursing’s role in solving the state’s mental health crisis will be the top issue at the Washington State Nurses Association’s Nurse Legislative Day on Monday, Feb. 1. With 700 attendees, WSNA hosts the largest lobby day in Olympia. In his keynote address, Governor Inslee is expected to discuss nursing’s role in helping solve the…

February 1, 2016

What you need to know about Zika virus

Here's the latest information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on the Zika virus.

January 28, 2016

What to include in an emergency survival kit

Government agencies will respond to community disasters, but citizens may be on their own for hours, or even days, after disaster strikes. You should be prepared to take care of yourself and your family.

January 21, 2016

Emergency preparedness

Are you prepared for an emergency? Want to know how you can help a disaster?

January 21, 2016

2015 March of Dimes Nurse of the Year Awards

Congratulations to the 51 WSNA members who won or were nominated.

January 11, 2016

WSNA announces Hall of Fame inductees for 2016

Every two years, the WSNA Hall of Fame recognizes up to six deserving registered nurses for of their lifelong contributions and achievements in professional nursing and for their leadership in the advancement of nurses and healthcare in Washington State.

January 4, 2016

Not all hand sanitizers are created equal

Why WSNA switched to a non-alcohol based, fragrance-free hand sanitizer.

December 28, 2015

Emergencies & disasters: Implications for liability & malpractice

How liability, malpractice and licensure rules are affected during a crisis or disaster.

December 23, 2015

Nursing Commission provides guidance on opioid overdose medication

The Nursing Commission has published an advisory opinion and FAQ on prescribing, dispensing, distributing and delivering opioid overdose medications.

December 17, 2015

Volunteer now for a future emergency!

As a licensed nurse, you have skills that will be in demand during any emergency that affects public health.

December 14, 2015

Happy holidays!

Happy holidays from the Washington State Nurses Association.

December 14, 2015

The IOM's "Future of Nursing" report – What's worked, and what hasn't yet been achieved

A new study examines the progress made toward achieving the goals of the 2010 Institute of Medicine report "The Future of Nursing."

December 4, 2015

WSNA member Chris Birchem recognized for excellence at Overlake Hospital

Chris was nominated for Employee of the Month by a number of his co-workers and peers throughout the hospital.

November 22, 2015

Joint Commission identifies more than 1,000 "Top Performing" hospitals on key quality measures

The Joint Commission's 2015 annual report on quality and safety recognizes more than 1,000 hospitals as "Top Performers," including 13 in Washington State.

November 18, 2015

Passing of Barbara Thoman Curtis

Beloved colleague and dear friend Barbara Curtis passed away at her home in Florida on Oct. 18, 2015, surrounded by her loving family. Barbara was a past president of WSNA and a member of the WSNA Hall of Fame and the ANA Hall of Fame.

November 18, 2015

Thank you RNs for helping to make this year's free clinic a huge success

The 2015 Seattle/King County Clinic, held Oct. 21-25, was an amazing success. Nearly $3.5 million in services were provided to more than 4,000 deserving people from our community. Thank you to the Registered Nurses who volunteered their time to serve so many people.

November 9, 2015

What the Code of Ethics means to me

In January of 2015, the American Nurses Association published a completely updated “Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements” and declared it to be the Year of Ethics. Here's what the Code of Ethics means to four of our members.

November 3, 2015

What the Code of Ethics means to me: Terry Surratt

Even with the constraints of the current health care environment, we, the staff nurses, keep coming back for more of the same. Because that is who we are and that is what we do. We are ethical creatures. We provide ethical care, and we care about our patients and the people we work with.

November 3, 2015

What the Code of Ethics means to me: Allison Bridgewater

Although I am not employed as a nurse yet, I always try my best to abide by the “Code of Ethics” when volunteering. As a new graduate RN, the Code has been taught to me in many classes throughout my ADN program as well as the RN to BSN program I am currently attending.

November 3, 2015

What the Code of Ethics means to me: Vadim Chesnokov

As a recent RN graduate and new employee on the medical unit at a local hospital I have had many opportunities to advocate for my patients both as a nursing student and as a new nurse.

November 3, 2015

What the Code of Ethics means to me: Anne Hirsch

This Year of Ethics should encourage all of us to reflect on how we treat each other, our students, our colleagues and our patients. Are we always behaving in a manner that is congruent with our profession’s Code? Can we do better?

November 3, 2015

Protect yourself, your patients and your family – get your flu vaccine

Find out about this year's vaccines, get answers to common questions and read WSNA's position on mandatory vaccination.

November 2, 2015