This opening session kicks off the event and sets the stage for the days ahead.

Join us for an informal reception with ANA President Jennifer Mensik, offering WSNA members a unique opportunity to meet her in person following her keynote address. Enjoy light appetizers and a no-host wine bar while engaging in casual conversation with one of the nation’s leading voices in nursing.

Get to know the candidates running for WSNA leadership positions in this interactive session. Enjoy appetizers and a no-host wine bar as you hear directly from each candidate about their vision for the future of nursing in Washington, and gain the insights you need to make informed voting decisions.

Open exclusively to members represented by WSNA for collective bargaining. Join fellow union members from WSNA's local units across the state to discuss labor issues, contract developments, and strategies for addressing workplace challenges. Dinner will be provided.

The Nightingale Tribute honors the service and dedication of nurses who have passed, celebrating their contributions to the profession and the lives they touched.

Enjoy the opportunity to connect, share insights, and build relationships while enjoying beverages from the cash bar. This networking mixer is the perfect way to start the night before the formal festivities begin.

Join us for an elegant evening. WSNA's Honorary Recognition Awards honor individuals who have made significant contributions to nursing practice, leadership, and healthcare advocacy. Attendees will enjoy a plated dinner followed by a Raise the Paddle fundraiser to support the Washington State Nurses Foundation, which advances the future of nursing through scholarships.