Washington Center for Nursing

04/06/2026

Excited to share the work of WCN at this conference. Our 2024 report on nurse burnout showed 23% of underrepresented nurses of color and 28% of nurses age 20-30 planned to leave their employer in the next year. I'll be sharing work putting in motion strategies on mental health, positive work environments, compliance & regulation, increasing workforce diversity, and technology utilization.

03/30/2026

WCN releases the Washington Nursing Retention & Burnout Workgroup Action Plan for FY 2026 on Priority Statewide Recommendations and Key Strategies, along with nursing workforce well-being infographics!

Findings from the 2024 WCN Burnout Survey found that.
• 66% of nurses ages 31–40 plan to leave due to burnout.
• Only 16.7% report access to mental health services.
• 49% say workloads are unsafe for patients.

These findings demand action.

The WCN convened statewide workgroups comprised of nurses and nursing workforce partners to respond, developing the Washington action plan for nursing workforce well-being.

The report and infographics outline strategic priorities, action steps, and measurable solutions across five areas:

• Reducing documentation burden
• Expanding mental health access
• Leveraging technology to ease workload
• Implementing Joy in Work® frameworks
• Strengthening pathways for internationally educated nurses

🔗 Follow the link to read the report and explore key strategies: https://www.wcnursing.org/data-reports-publications/

We invite employers, educators, nurses, and policy leaders to explore and share these resources widely.

To get involved or send feedback, contact us at info@wcnursing.org.

A supported nursing workforce strengthens patient care across Washington!

03/26/2026

Washington needs more health care providers — and WSOS is helping make it happen.

Our Graduate Scholarship (GRD) is fueling the pipeline of nurse practitioners serving rural and medically underserved communities.

Here’s what the latest data shows:

✅ 45 Scholars pursuing Advanced Nurse Practitioner degrees (MSN/DNP) across Washington

✅ 40 graduates to date, specializing in Family, Psychiatric Mental Health, and Adult-Gerontology care, and delivering health care in rural and medically underserved areas of WA

Learn more about GRD Scholars: bit.ly/WSOS_legreport

02/25/2026

Thank you Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce for honoring the Washington Center for Nursing with the Employer of the Year Award. "This award celebrates businesses that exemplifies excellence in workplace culture, employee engagement, and organizational leadership. This award recognizes employers who prioritize professional development, work life balance, and diversity, strengthening the workforce and fueling the long-term economic health of our communities."

02/11/2026

We are excited to share that WCN Board of Directors President, Antwinett O. Lee, is a 2026 inductee into the WSNA Hall of Fame!! We are grateful for Antwinett’s gracious leadership here at WCN. It would be hard to find someone more deserving!!! Congratulations!

To join the celebration, click the link below to purchase tickets to WSNA’s 2026 WA Hall of Fame Gala at the Hilton Seattle Airport & Conference Center on Thursday, 3/19, from 5 to 9 p.m.

https://wsna.to/WSNAHallofFame2026

01/30/2026

Washington’s nursing workforce is changing—and the data matters. 📊

The 2025 Washington State of the Nursing Workforce Research Report brings together five years of statewide research, dashboards, and cross-cutting analysis to highlight what’s working, where gaps remain, and what’s needed next to support nurses across Washington.

If you’re a nurse, educator, employer, or policymaker, this report is for you.

👉 Read the full report and explore the findings.
https://www.wcnursing.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2025-December_-WCN-Washington-State-of-the-Nursing-Workforce-Report-Final.pdf

This report synthesizes nearly 800 pages of research into actionable insights for strengthening the nursing workforce statewide.

For more data on Washington’s nursing workforce, visit:
https://www.wcnursing.org/data-reports-publications/

01/29/2026

PLU is hosting a Wound Care Essentials for Primary Care webinar.

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 | 6-7:30 pm (PST)

This event offers 1.5 contact hours to attendees.

Click the link for more information and to register.
https://plu.nursingnetwork.com/nursing-events/150093-wound-care-essentials-for-primary-care #!info

Wound care is a critical aspect of healthcare, and healthcare professionals need to stay current with the latest best practices and evidence-based treatments. This course will help healthcare providers acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to deliver effective wound care to their patients. When it comes to wound care, integrating clinical practice guidelines into the course will be highly beneficial.

01/16/2026

WCN and the Council for Nursing Education in Washington State (CNEWS) are hosting a Health Equity webinar for nursing educators.

Health Equity: Best Practices & Strategies in Education will explore effective strategies to address bias, cultural humility, and social determinants of health to enhance their teaching practice and prepare future nurses to be advocates for health equity in their communities.

When: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 | Time: 2-4 p.m. | ZOOM | Free
Are you a nurse educator? Click the link below to register for the webinar today!!

https://lnkd.in/gbq4bi2v

Participants will be eligible to receive two hours of health equity continuing education credit through WCN.

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12/22/2025

12/19/2025

A new report from the Washington Center for Nursing shows that many qualified nursing program applicants may not have the opportunity to move forward without access to clinical training. In just one academic year, more than 3 million clinical hours were needed—and demand is growing.

The Clinical Placement Initiative brought together 280 stakeholders statewide to identify barriers and develop strategies and recommendations, including:

✔️ Expanding non-traditional and rural clinical sites
✔️ Strengthening and supporting preceptors
✔️ Streamlining onboarding and placement processes

If Washington is going to meet future health care needs, we must invest in the systems that train tomorrow’s nurses.

Read the full Clinical Placement Initiative Report: Increasing Access to Nursing Education Clinical Placements: https://www.wcnursing.org/data-reports-publications/

The solutions are stronger when we build them together.

If you’re a nurse educator, clinical partner, or workforce leader, join Hivebrite—WCN’s statewide platform for sharing clinical placement needs, opportunities, and solutions.

Join the Clinical Placement Initiative community: https://clinicalplacement.wcnursing.org/

Be part of what comes next.

12/05/2025

12/03/2025

Don't miss the WCN Mentors in Action: Alumni Panel, sign up today!

This special virtual event is designed for Washington nursing faculty and academic leaders who want to strengthen mentorship opportunities and support the development of diverse nurse educators.

Mentors in Action: Alumni Panel
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Noon–1:30 p.m. (PT) | Zoom
Free to Attend

Hear directly from graduates of WCN’s Diverse Nurse Faculty Mentoring Program as they share their experiences, discuss the program’s impact on their careers, and offer practical ideas for building stronger mentorship networks.

Reserve your spot:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/R63TS5T

We hope to see you there!