We’ve had your back since 1908

The Washington State Nurses Association has been the leading voice for nurses in the state since 1908. We have learned a lot about getting things done and emerging stronger after adversity.

October 14, 2024

Op-ed: ‘Affiliating with AFT is one of the best decisions WSNA ever made’

AFT builds nurses’ power and brings us together with other professionals

October 14, 2024

Your vote, your voice: standing up for nursing and healthcare

A voter's guide for Washington nurses

October 14, 2024

Meet the Labor Executive Council

We asked members two questions: What are your top priorities for the council? Why is labor important to you?

October 16, 2024

Novice to expert: The value of nursing expertise

Dr. Patricia Benner’s five stages of clinical competence

October 14, 2024

Turn! Turn! Turn!

To everything there is a reason for avoiding hospital-acquired pressure injuries

October 14, 2024

ANA Membership Assembly reaffirms support for hospital staffing ratios

Members debate Code of Ethics and vote down a presidential endorsement

October 14, 2024

Highlights from the Washington State Labor Council Constitutional Convention

Among the resolutions passed were two introduced by WSNA: one calling for tighter scrutiny and restrictions on healthcare consolidation, and one advocating for strengthened efforts to prevent workplace violence in healthcare

October 14, 2024

Washington Nurse news briefs - Fall 2024

Transition to a monthly e-newsletter, Virginia Mason to close downtown Seattle birth center, ANA Innovation Awards, and more.

October 16, 2024

Call for proposed resolutions and bylaws amendments

The WSNA Bylaws/Resolutions Committee is inviting proposals for resolutions and for bylaws amendments for consideration by the General Assembly.

October 16, 2024

In memoriam: Eunice Cole

Eunice Cole, former WSNA and ANA president, passed away on Sept. 15, 2024, leaving a lasting legacy as a champion for nurses' rights, collective bargaining, and leadership in healthcare.

September 17, 2024

Former WSNA President Donna Poole, a nurse leader, passes

Poole helped lead fight for full prescriptive authority for ARNPs.

September 26, 2024