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Break Relief

All our units are supposed to be offering 4-hour break relief shifts. We have been hearing that this is not happening on all units or that it’s difficult to sign up for them. We need to know when this is occurring, so please reach out to your local unit officer or nurse representative.

Staffing Concerns; Break Coverage

If you have staffing concerns, tell us about it on the electronic Assignment Despite Objection (ADO) Staffing Concern form. We discuss these concerns at the Hospital Staffing Committee meeting and work to find resolutions for the problems. Staffing should follow the approved matrices around the clock, not just at the beginning of the shift. Be sure to indicate the census, expected staff, and actual staff so we can see if the hospital is in compliance.  

Be sure to record and attest to missed meal and rest breaks in the time and attendance system. This is important to provide accurate data for us to know if the facility is providing adequate break relief. Report missed meal and rest breaks on the ADOs. Buddy breaks have not been agreed to because they double a nurse's assignment, thus putting the staffing matrix out of compliance. 

Coffee Drop-In

Your WSNA officers and nurse representative will be at the main lobby coffee shop on Wednesday, November 4th from 1100-1600. Please stop by and bring any concerns forward.

Negotiation Survey

We are gearing up for another round of contract negotiations; we want to get as many people to fill out the survey as possible. This is how we bring your concerns up to UW leadership.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/UWNWnego2027

 More Important Dates 

• 2027 Lobby Day is on February 4, 2027: Join us at WSNA’s 44th annual WSNA member lobby day for empowerment and advocacy, and shape the future of healthcare in our state.
  • We invite WSNA members to join us for WSNA’s 2027 Lobby Day in Olympia on Thursday, February 4 starting at 7:30 am with breakfast at DoubleTree by Hilton Olympia. This will be followed by an education and training session designed to prepare nurses with everything you need to speak with legislators.
  • To register, follow this link. Registration closes on December 31, 2026, at 11:59 pm PT
  • Questions? Reach out to [email protected]
     
• WSNA General Assembly is on April 13, 2027: Save the date for the 2027 WSNA General Assembly, where members come together to help shape the future of their association.
  • As WSNA's highest governing body, General Assembly gives members a voice in setting the association's direction. Members debate and vote on resolutions that establish WSNA's priorities and help determine what the association will focus on over the next two years.
  • Additional details, including the agenda, participation information, and proposed resolutions, will be announced as the event approaches.

Questions/Concerns? Contact WSNA Nurse Representative Stephenie Troftgruben at [email protected].