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WSHA has posted an updated listing of the existing state and federal signage and communications requirements that are applicable to hospitals. While not exhaustive, this resource includes citation to the relevant law, a summary of the requirement, and links to relevant mandatory or WSHA model language as of August 2024... Read More >>

This virtual town hall will be led by AHA’s rural advocacy experts in Washington, D.C.... Read More >>

The Washington LGBTQ Commission has sponsored this first-of-its-kind survey to understand the experiences of LGBTQ+ Washingtonians — from adolescents to adults — across the state.... Read More >>

Purpose This bulletin is to inform hospitals of upcoming increases to your bed licensing fees as of November 2024. Applicability/Scope Hospital bed licensing fees will increase for both acute care... Read More >>

The Washington State Department of Health’s Antimicrobial Stewardship Team is pleased to announce a new educational handout focused on penicillin allergies in pediatric patients.... Read More >>

The rule sets specific guidelines for when employee’s voluntary use would be prohibited.... Read More >>

Join to learn about purchasing, contracting, competitive bidding and more in this Governance Education session.... Read More >>

Purpose This bulletin is intended to inform hospitals and health systems about three recently passed laws that will have an impact on employment policies and procedures for businesses in Washington... Read More >>

Earlier this month, the Department of Health released their draft report on a proposed scope of practice increase for naturopathic physicians. The “sunrise review,” completed at the request of the Senate Health and Long Term Care Committee, found the proposed increase did not yet meet criteria laid out in state law.... Read More >>

The Department of Health (DOH) has announced rulemaking to allow individuals with active EMT-basic, EMT-advanced or paramedic credentials to work in hospitals under a new Medical Assistant credential.... Read More >>