Mission & Goals
Our Mission
The King County Nurses Association (KCNA) is a professional organization of registered nurses, committed to supporting members and the communities they serve through education, advocacy, and service.
Core Values
Core values are the principles that guide our actions, our interactions, and our decision making within the KCNA organization. Since 1903, KCNA strives for excellence in service to its members and the community. These core values are indicators of excellence.
- Collaboration means building positive working relationships within the nursing profession and within the community of King County.
- Compassion is holistic way of interacting with others, respecting dignity, and sharing decision-making.
- Innovation is a commitment to reframing concepts, generating new ideas and being adaptable.
- Social Justice is an awareness and mitigation of bias and inequities, balancing consideration of the needs of "all" with the needs of the "individual".
Strategic Plan for 2022-24
Vision: Improve the health and well-being of the communities with King County.
Outcomes:
- Foster community engagement of members through continuing education and development opportunities
- Promote health and reduction in health disparities through collaborations with community groups
- Maintain stewardship of resources through improved operational efficiency
History and Membership
Founded in 1903, KCNA is the largest of 26 district organizations serving registered nurses through the Washington State Nurses Association. Membership averages 5,000 RNs, representing all areas of practice, education, and health care delivery systems.
View the Full Plan:
For more details, please see the full plan: KCNA Strategic Plan for 2022-2024
For More Information
The Advocate, an official printed publication of KCNA, details health care and nursing issues, promotes association activities, and provides networking opportunities. It is mailed to members three times a year.
For information about becoming involved in KCNA, contact the office by phone (206)545-0603 or email.
***The KCNA Strategic Plan Task Force is currently in the planning process for our next strategic plan.***
Special Project
The MentorLink project provides opportunities for new nurses and experienced nurses to connect, share and learn.
Nursing Events/Self Care
KCNA offers continuing nursing education and other events. Explore self-nurturing practices.
