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It is my pleasure to share that 45 Washington hospital CEOs, board members and commissioners earned WSHA & AWPHD Health Care Governance certification in 2020.... Read More >>

We are pleased to invite stakeholders to participate in a call for comment on the proposed revisions to the Honoring Choices Pacific Northwest Statewide Advance Directive. The proposed, revised documents were developed based on extensive conversations with the end-of-life stakeholder community.... Read More >>

Washington state has an opportunity in 2021 to join the Nurse Licensure Compact, which is a 34-state partnership that allows nurses to practice across state lines... Read More >>

During this critical and unprecedented time, Washington Hospital Services Industry Partner Qualivis, recognizes the importance of supporting hospitals and their staffing demands.... Read More >>

COVID-19 has seen all of us taking on new roles and tasks to meet the demands of the pandemic. I recently had the unique experience of pausing my “usual” work on the WSHA Safety & Quality team to utilize my RN license and administer COVID-19 vaccinations.... Read More >>

MultiCare Health System announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire ownership interest in Capital Medical Center, an affiliate of LifePoint Health.... Read More >>

Methamphetamine use and methamphetamine-involved deaths are increasing in Washington State - and are an issue directly impacting patients and hospitals. Join the University of Washington’s Alcohol and Drug Abuse Institute (UW ADAI) for an upcoming webinar to learn more about this important issue.... Read More >>

As we approach this new year with renewed hopes, Washington Hospital Services (WHS) Industry Partner Staff Care welcomes the opportunity learn more about WSHA’s hospital members to understand how they can assist members with temporary and long-term staffing planning and goals.... Read More >>

Washington Hospital Services is accepting registrations for the 2021 LEAD Academy. The LEAD Academy is the premier training program for new and emerging managers working in hospitals. In 2021 we are offering the Academy virtually in three different cohorts.... Read More >>

The WSHA Health Care Governance Education program invites you to join us for two upcoming courses. Both offerings are part of the 2021 WSHA Governance Certification program and free to all SHA and AWPHD members. The Board’s Role in Strategic Planning will be presented by Kimberly McNally on Thursday, Jan. 28 from 12-1 p.m.... Read More >>