Mission

Our Mission

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.

Our Vision

King County Nurses Association is the preeminent professional member association for registered nurses in King County.

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: KCNA builds positive working relationships within the nursing profession and within the community of King County. KCNA interacts with respect and dignity, participating in shared decision-making when collaborating with others.

Innovation: KCNA is committed to reframing concepts, generating new ideas, being adaptable, and leading the way to constructive change.

Social Justice: KCNA advocates for an equitable society that promotes social justice and healthy environments for all.

Community: KCNA provides an inclusive and supportive environment where nurses can increase their leadership skills and come together to build a rich professional community.

Strategic Plan Focus Areas:

These are areas where we focus our attention in order to achieve our mission, fulfill our core values and bring our vision to life. We use our focus area to establish goals and to track our progress.

Member Services:  KCNA understands that members are the focus of our mission and that our members work in an ever-changing environment.

Operations & Finances: KCNA is responsible for utilizing resources effectively and ensuring the sustainability of the organization.

Outreach & Engagement:  KCNA understands that we exist in relationship to other organizations and that working together makes us stronger.

Click here to view the KCNA Bylaws

Click here to view KCNA IRS 990 Form 2023

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.

News2Use, our monthly e-newsletter provides updates on current happenings at KCNA and engages nurses in opportunities in the community from volunteering to continuing education.  Subscribe here.

For information about becoming involved in KCNA, contact the office by phone (206)545-0603 or email.