National Nurses Week
National Nurses Week, celebrated May 6–12, recognizes the work nurses do every day in hospitals, clinics, schools, community settings, and beyond. To help celebrate, restaurants and businesses across the country are offering free meals, discounts, and small perks for nurses throughout the week. From a quick coffee break to a free lunch after a long […]
Yakima Nursing Graduation and Pinning Ceremony Spring 2026
Butler Haney Hall Auditorium 200 University Pkwy, YakimaDate: Thursday, May 7, 2026 Time: 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Location: Butler Haney Hall Auditorium 200 University Parkway, Yakima, WA Livestream available on YouTube
Mary Eliza Mahoney: An Ode to Nursing History
Join us for a celebration of the trailblazers who shaped the nursing profession. This special event honors the legacy of Mary Eliza Mahoney, the first Black nurse in the United States, and spotlights the profound contributions Black nurses have made to healthcare and society throughout history.
Tri-Cities Graduation & Pinning Ceremony Spring 2026
Chief Joseph Middle School 504 Wilson St, Richland, WA, United StatesDate: Thursday, May 7, 2026 Time: 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Location: Chief Joseph Middle School 504 Wilson St., Richland, WA Livestream will be available on YouTube
Spokane Nursing Graduation and Pinning Ceremony Spring 2026
Whitworth University Cowles Auditorium 400 W Hawthorne Rd, Spokane, WA, United StatesDate: May 8, 2026 Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Location: Whitworth University Cowles Auditorium 400 W Hawthorne Rd, Spokane, WA View Whitworth Campus Map (PDF) Livestream will be available on YouTube
Myth‑Busting AI in Nursing
Grounded in ANA’s ethical leadership and informed by insights from its AI Think Tank, the session will demystify common fears, highlight real‑world nurse‑led applications, and clarify how nurses can actively shape the future of AI rather than have it shaped for them.
Stronger Together: Building a Culture of Mental Wellness in Nursing
This webinar highlights nurses’ mental health as a professional, personal, and workforce priority. Explore key challenges affecting well-being, why mental health must be addressed alongside physical safety, and how nurses and organizations can build supportive cultures that promote psychological well-being and sustain the nursing workforce.
The Economic Value of Nursing (on demand)
Nurses are more than caregivers - you are dynamic, value-generating clinicians essential to healthcare’s success. With this webinar, you will join experts in nursing economics to learn how to clearly articulate your value, transform perceptions, and elevate the healthcare industry!
WSU Vancouver’s 2026 Commencement Ceremony
Celebrate your milestone moment at Washington State University Vancouver’s 2026 Commencement Ceremony. Tuesday, May 12 6:30 – 8:30 p.m Cascades Amphitheater, Ridgefield, WA Guest tickets are not required. Event parking is free. Grad Checklist To earn your degree and take part in Commencement, there are two required steps. Applying for your degree and registering to […]
Inland Northwest Nurse Educator Conference
Gonzaga University Hemmingson / 702 E. Desmet, Spokane, WA, United StatesRegistration is open
Community Mental Health Summit in Eastern Washington
The Community Mental Health Summit in Eastern Washington will be held on May 21, 2026 (8:30 AM–5:00 PM) at Washington State University Spokane. This dynamic, full-day, in-person event convenes community organizations, service providers, healthcare professionals, researchers, and students for a focused exchange of ideas and actionable solutions to strengthen mental and behavioral health outcomes across […]
SANE 2-Day Clinical Skills Training
WSU College of Nursing 103 E. Spokane Falls Blvd., Spokane, WA, United StatesSexual Assault Nurse Examiner Course This in-person adult Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) clinical training program is geared toward the Registered Nurse or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse planning on practicing in the role of SANE. This course meets the IAFN SANE Education Guidelines and provides 16 contact hours in nursing upon completion. Requirements: Participants must […]
