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Nurses at PeaceHealth SW in Vancouver drop notice to picket April 18

Press release

Severe understaffing does not allow nurses to meet community’s needs

March 27, 2024

2024 Washington Nurse - Review Quiz

How much did you absorb while reading this issue? Find out by taking this quiz. Answer these questions based on what you've read. Try not to peek at the answers, but remember — it's just for fun!

February 7, 2024

We have a big tent that welcomes all nurses

When we grow our membership and diversify it, we strengthen the voice we bring to all discussions.

February 6, 2024

A look at Wenatchee’s Confluence Health Central

Nurses want public to know that a union is also about community

February 1, 2024

Healthcare workers are angry, engaged, and winning victories

On the ground at the AFT Healthcare Professional Issues Conference in Baltimore

February 1, 2024

‘We fought hard.’ Virginia Mason nurses win great contract

Oct. 10 informational picket was big turning point

February 1, 2024

2024 Nurse Lobby Day

On Jan. 24, nurses from all over Washington state visited Olympia to make their voices heard at Lobby Day.

February 1, 2024

Calling for a bilateral cease-fire in Gaza and promoting a two-state solution and an end to the weaponization of hate

Statement

The ongoing war in Gaza—its terrible toll of tens of thousands of civilian Palestinian deaths and its widespread destruction—has created a humanitarian tragedy that must end.

January 30, 2024

WSNA statement on death threats at PeaceHealth Southwest

Press release

WSNA and ANA will continue to promote strategies to reduce and address violence against nurses.

January 22, 2024

Six nurses to be inducted into the Washington State Nurses Hall of Fame

Press release

These exceptional nurses will be inducted into the Washington State Nurses Hall of Fame on March 21, 2024.

January 17, 2024

Nominate a champion of change by Feb. 16

WSNA is collecting candidates for local unit awards to be presented at the 2024 Union Leadership Conference

January 5, 2024

WSNA response to meeting with Seattle Children’s leadership

Press release

‘When nurses stand together, change can happen’

December 22, 2023

2023 holiday greetings from WSNA

We wish you a restful and wonderful holiday.

December 14, 2023

Violence at Seattle Children’s Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine Unit

Press release

44 nurses ask for immediate help, say they work in a constant state of fear

November 27, 2023

WSNA celebrates Nurse Practitioner Week

This week we celebrate and recognize this important group within the nursing profession!

November 16, 2023

WSNA nurses reach tentative agreement with Virginia Mason

Press release

The TA comes after 19 bargaining sessions, an informational picket, and a complaint filed with Labor and Industries over workplace safety.

November 9, 2023

ANA announces support for federal staffing ratios bill

Press release

Appropriate nurse staffing is achievable and necessary, but it requires a national response with solutions, standards, and policy.

November 1, 2023

WSNA calls for investigation of workplace violence at Virginia Mason Medical Center

Press release

Attacks occurring more frequently than what WSNA has seen at other hospitals

October 26, 2023

Washington State Nurses Foundation awards 14 scholarships

In 2023, the Washington State Nurses Foundation awarded 14 scholarships worth $45,000 to some incredible students who want to make a difference with their nursing degrees.

October 24, 2023

Washington State Nurses Association stands in solidarity with striking PeaceHealth workers

Press release Statement

WSNA files an unfair labor practice over threats to withhold health insurance

October 23, 2023

Nurses must amplify their voices

Our advocacy efforts for our patients and communities should not end when we clock out.

October 20, 2023

2023 Washington State Nurses Convention inspires attendees

In-person event gets 90% approval rate; kudos on speakers, food, venue.

October 20, 2023

Meet Justin Gill, WSNA president

Justin Gill is not only the first person of color and first male president in WSNA’s 115-year history, but at 33 he is also one of the youngest.

October 20, 2023

Washington State Labor Council Convention brings top names in labor

Support for unions in the country is the highest since 1965, according to Gallup poll

October 20, 2023