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WABON Weekly Bulletin – August 2, 2024

Weekly bulletin: news, information, and resources about nursing in Washington

NEWS AND ALERTS

This week: 1 news story & 1 ongoing alert

Join WABON on October 2, 2024 for WABON’s 2024 Conference

Voice and Vision: The Possibilities

  • A conference encouraging nurses to think differently about their impact in nursing.
  • Learn how to promote motivation and nursing empowerment by fostering a foundation of purpose and fulfillment.
  • We’ll explore attributes and possibilities within, and beyond, the bedside.
  • Featuring keynote speaker Donna Cardillo.

Register today!

Questions

Scam Alert!

A scam targeting nurses is affecting nurses in WA state.

REMINDERS

Important reminders and recent news stories you might have missed.

Applications for a WA multistate license (MSL) are now open!

Nurses whose primary state of residence (PSOR) is Washington can now apply to upgrade to a multistate license (MSL).

MSL upgrade information:

  • If you have a Washington single-state license, it won’t change. If you want a multistate license, you must apply for the MSL upgrade.
  • MSL upgrade fee: $65.
  • Your license number won’t change when upgrading to an MSL.
  • You must meet all Uniform Multistate License Requirements.
  • You must complete an FBI background check as part the application process. (We will email you instructions after you apply.)
  • We expect the MSL application review process to take 2 to 3 weeks.
  • You still must pay your annual renewal fee to maintain an active license in Washington state.

Upgrade to an MSL

Nurses new to Washington state can also apply for a Washington MSL. This includes:

  • Nurses moving and changing their PSOR to Washington state.
  • Nurses who have recently completed their nursing education program and are getting their first Washington state license.

Apply for an MSL

More Information:

Watch out for false SecureAccess Washington (SAW) ads

Washingtonians who use SecureAccess Washington (SAW) should be wary of internet ads that pretend to be government links.

When going to a government agency website, make sure it has a .gov address.  The only correct SAW address is https://secureaccess.wa.gov

Learn more: Bad actors are spoofing SecureAccess Washington (SAW)

Employer reminder – verify licenses

Employers are encouraged to verify the license of any new or existing employee.

Employers should carefully review employees’ or applicants’ nursing education.

Consider whether nurses received their nursing education from one of the Florida schools under federal investigation.

RESOURCES

Mental Health Resources for Nurses

Working in healthcare is rewarding, but also stressful. Resources can be difficult to locate when needed. So, WABON has put together a helpful list.

NCSBN: An Exciting Opportunity for Graduate Nursing Students

NCSBN’s Regulatory Scholars Program advances the field of nursing regulation by building regulatory experts and researchers, providing high-level evidence for nursing regulatory and policy decision-making, and encouraging scholarly dialogue and publications.

The program offers the following opportunities:

  • CRE Grant Program for Doctoral Students
  • Scholar in Residence
  • Unpaid Graduate Internship

Learn more about these opportunities:

WHPS: Support for Substance Use

For nurses, work and personal stress can push them to use alcohol or drugs to cope. Unfortunately, stigma and other barriers often stop nurses from seeking the help they need. There is help available.

The Washington Health Professional Services (WHPS) program and its Voluntary Participation track can help.

Nurses struggling with substance use can seek help without the fear of license discipline.

Get help

If you or someone you know has a substance abuse problem, and want help, please contact:

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