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WNA Board of Directors Approves Plan That Support Nurses and the public
On Friday, March 20 the WNA Board of Directors approved a multidimensional plan for addressing Wisconsin’s COVID-19 public health emergency. The board has committed to implementing these strategies through the collective efforts of the Board and WNA’s three Councils, Public Policy, TriCouncil and Workforce Advocacy. Here is an overview of the plan (a printable PDF […]
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WNA Update on Response to COVID-19 Public Health Emergency
The Wisconsin Nurses Association is in a unique position to provide support through information sharing and active engagement in responding to the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (click here for a printable PDF) During the past two weeks WNA has participated in a Governor Sanctioned Department of Health Services State Disaster Medical Advisory Committee. The committee […]
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Personal protective equipment supply
Division of Public Health Information Update Dated March 17, 2020 Topic: Personal protective equipment supply The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has been notified of the extremely limited supply of personal protective equipment (PPE) from the Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) that will be distributed to Wisconsin. The Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response (ASPR) […]
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COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
We are aware of the current public health concerns and will keep a close eye on the situation. Any updates or changes to the current plan will be shared with conference participants as quickly as possible. WNA continues to work with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services to provide you with information related to COVID-19.
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2020 WNA Nurses Day at the Capitol Achieved Demonstration of Nursing’s Value and Visibility
The 1000-plus registered nurses and nursing students made their mark at the State Capitol on Wednesday March 4, 2020. Thirty-two of the 33 (94%) State Senators had an appointment with at least one of his/her constituents. One senator was not available to meet. We also achieved 91% of the Assembly Representatives having a meeting with […]
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Wisconsin Nurses Day at the Capitol and COVID-19
Wisconsin Nurses Day at the Capitol will continue as planned. We all play a role in reducing the likelihood of a coronavirus outbreak in our communities. Naturally, we encourage everyone to practice good habits, including: Wash your hands regularly, especially after using the restroom and before preparing or consuming food. Using soap and hot water, […]
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2020 Nurses Day at the Capitol
We will be showing our voice, value and visibility on Wednesday when 950 registered nurses and nursing students participate in Nurses Day in the Capital. Topics that will be discussed with the legislators on Wednesday include: Nurse Faculty Shortage Crisis The projected Wisconsin demand for RNs and nurse practitioners over the next decade is staggering. […]
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Reminder! The deadline for RN License Renewal is TODAY
WNA would like to remind you that you have until end of business day TODAY for to renew your license and take the RN Workforce Survey. The process for renewal and workforce survey is different from previous years. It is a two-step process. 1. Renew and pay; 2. Go back and complete the survey. Your […]
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Wna Thanks Governor Evers For Signing SB 163/AB 175 Workplace Violence Against Nurses Legislation
WNA-supported legislation will provide criminal penalties for perpetrators who cause battery to RegisteredNurses and other nursing personnel. The Wisconsin Nurses Association (WNA) wishes to convey its sincere appreciation and thanks to Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers for signing into law Senate Bill 163 and the lead authors who championed this legislation: State Senator Dale Kooyenga (R-Brookfield) and […]
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Registration for 2020 Nurses Day at the Capitol is OPEN
WHAT’S NURSES DAY AT THE CAPITOL? Nurses Day at the Capitol is designed to help nurses in Wisconsin appreciate the importance of their role in influencing health policy and affecting change in their practice. The intent is for nurses to take the information learned at Nurses Day and use it to advocate for better nursing […]
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