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Timeclock Rounding Lawsuit Letters

WSNA has become aware that nurses have been receiving letters notifying them of a lawsuit filed against VMFH related to timeclock rounding.  WSNA is not involved in this lawsuit. Many of you may have seen reporting last year about a class-action complaint, first filed in 2021 on behalf of Providence nurses, technicians, medical assistants and other hourly staffers, which alleged the hospital system was responsible for wage violations involving its former timeclock rounding practice. A judge ruled in favor of the workers.  Nurses can reach out to the law firm for more details about the current case against VMFH.

Speaking of timeclock rounding - the new minute-to-minute clocking is in place. If you are encountering issues with pay, please contact your nurse rep, Sara Frey, ASAP.  As always, it is important to check your timecard each and every pay period. WSNA continues to see a number of issues with time cards including missed step increases, payment of premiums and incentive pay.  Carefully document emails to your manager, payroll and HR and if you are not receiving prompt assistance resolving the matter, reach out to WSNA ASAP.

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Document unsafe conditions

If you find yourself in a situation that you believe creates unsafe conditions for patients or for you, you should complete a Staffing Complaint / ADO Form as soon as possible.

By completing the form, you will help make the problem known to management, creating an opportunity for the problem to be addressed. Additionally, you will be documenting the facts, which may be helpful to you later if there is a negative outcome.

WSNA also uses your ADO forms to track the problems occurring in your facility. When you and your coworkers take the important step of filling out an ADO form, you are helping to identify whether there is a pattern of unsafe conditions for you or your patients at your facilities. This information is used by your conference committee, staffing committee, and WSNA labor staff to improve your working conditions.

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Representation rights

As a union member, you have the right to have a representative present in any meetings with management that could potentially lead to disciplinary action against you.

If called into a meeting with management, read the following to management when the meeting begins:

If this discussion could in any way lead to my being disciplined or terminated, I respectfully request that my union representative be present at this meeting. Without representation present, I choose not to participate in this discussion.

Find out more about this crucial right and how to exercise it to ensure your fair treatment and protection.

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Continuing education offerings

Enhance your professional competency with WSNA's free online courses.

Earn CNE contact hours through topics like Cultural Humility, Telehealth Assessment, Workplace Violence Prevention, and more. Convenient and self-paced, our courses provide practical knowledge for your daily work. Expand your skills and stay up-to-date with the latest nursing practices.

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