Winter Newsletter 2024
Posted Jan 29, 2024
Contract Negotiations
The current contract between the Coalition and State of Washington expires June 30, 2024. This survey is our first step in our preparation for contract negotiations. Your input is critical in determining the priorities as we head to the bargaining table. It is vital that we know your issues and concerns prior to the start of the negotiations.
Take a moment to complete this survey now. The power of representation comes from the willingness of registered nurses to come together; our strength is in unity! Remember, in order for the Coalition to be an effective, strong and influential voice for you at the negotiation table, we need your involvement and commitment.
Please provide us with your current contact information. WSNA and your negotiating team members will not share this information with anyone. It is only collected so that we may contact you if we have questions about issues and so that we may share important information with you regarding negotiations, so be sure to give your personal E-mail address (Do not give your work email address). WSNA needs this survey information no later than February 29, 2024.
Additionally, we would like you to consider participating in bargaining. This is an internet platform. It is imperative to have members attend for real-time input as we negotiate. Training will be provided.
Champions of Change – 2024 Union Leadership Conference
Don’t miss WSNA’s labor training event at Campbell’s Resort in Chelan April 28-30
Join nurses from around the state as we convene to build stronger local units, become more effective leaders, learn more about the national and state labor scenes, celebrate our successes, and strategize for what’s coming next.
Nominate a champion of change by Feb. 16 – both individuals and teams – who stepped up as a union member. Awardees announced at the WSNA Union Leadership Conference in Chelan April 28-30.
If you are interested in attending there are two scholarships available. Contact Renee Clark or Adrienne Harris!
LMCC
12/5/23. The minutes have been posted on the WSNA WWVH webpage. Next meeting is 3/5/24 2:30-3:30pm.
Contact Renee Clark, Adrienne Harris or Laurie Robinson if you are interested in attending and have agenda items.
Bargaining Unit Meeting
3/5/24 1:30-2:30. We will have quarterly meetings on the day scheduled for LMCC. Location will be determined and announced.
If you are interested in being an Officer or a unit rep for your home, let us know
UMCC
11/7/23. We will post these minutes as soon as we receive them from the head office. The next meeting is May 2, 2024. This is on Teams, if you would like to attend. Contact one of your officers or your nurse rep for the Teams meeting link.
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please reach out to:
Renee Clark-Chair
Adrienne Harris-Vice Chair
Laurie Robinson- WNSA Nurse Rep. lrobinson@wsna.org or 206-620-4136
WSNA Membership: If you are not a WSNA member please consider completing a membership application today! Just click on the link!