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The Washington State Board of Nursing (WABON) protects the public's health and safety by regulating the competency and quality of licensed practical nurses, registered nurses, advanced registered nurse practitioners and nursing technicians. The purpose of WABON includes establishing, monitoring and enforcing licensing, consistent standards of practice, continuing competency mechanisms, and discipline.

06/12/2026

Happy National Nursing Assistants Week!

Thank you to nursing assistants across Washington for the compassionate care, dedication, and support you provide every day. We appreciate you!

06/05/2026

In this webinar, we will discuss where nursing practice takes place, requirements related to telehealth practice, and how a multistate license can facilitate practice in all NLC states. This free educational webinar is on June 23, from 2-3 pm CT.

https://www.nursecompact.com/stay-informed.page

06/02/2026

Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈 WABON celebrates LGBTQIA+ nurses, students, patients, community members, and allies. WABON remains committed to equity, inclusion, and respectful care for all.

05/15/2026

Public Notice: Starting July 1, 2026, the Washington State Board of Nursing will assume regulatory authority for Nursing Assistant credentialing and discipline.

You can still:

✔ Verify credentials online
✔ Apply, renew, and submit complaints through HELMS Online System

Visit nursing.wa.gov/news for more information.

05/06/2026

Happy National Nurses Week! 💚

This week, the Washington State Board of Nursing proudly recognizes and celebrates the nurses across Washington who provide compassionate, skilled, and dedicated care to communities every day.

From hospitals and clinics to schools, long-term care, public health, and beyond — thank you for the essential role you play in protecting and improving the health of Washingtonians.

Your leadership, resilience, and commitment to patient care make a difference every single day.

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05/01/2026

Join us for the Washington State Board of Nursing’s May Business Meeting!

🗓 May 8, 2026
⏰ 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Stay informed on key updates, rulemaking efforts, and important discussions impacting nursing in Washington. We look forward to connecting with our community!

🔗 Register: nursing.wa.gov/meetings

04/24/2026

Join us for an educational session on Safe Standards in Aesthetic Medicine: Risk, Regulation, and Patient Safety.

📅 Friday, May 8, 2026
⏰ 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
📍 Held during the WABON Business Meeting (via Zoom)

04/20/2026

Thinking about your first multistate license? Join this upcoming webinar to learn more about the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), how it works, and what it means for your nursing career.

🗓 April 21, 2026
⏰ 2–3 p.m. CST
🔗 Register: ncsbn.org/nlcmeetings

03/11/2026

📅 Reminder! The Washington State Board of Nursing’s March Business Meeting will take place this Friday, March 13, from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Members of the public are welcome to attend.
🔗 Register at nursing.wa.gov/meetings

03/05/2026

This Women’s History Month, we celebrate the women who have shaped the nursing profession through leadership, compassion, and dedication to public health. 💙

Thank you to the nurses, educators, and leaders who continue to inspire the future of nursing.

Address

111 Israel Road SE PO Box 47864
Olympia, WA
98504

Website

http://nursing.wa.gov/

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