On Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, WSNA Reps and officers from around the state met with PeaceHealth representatives for a second day of bargaining over a meal and rest break waiver form that we hope to have in effect by Jan. 1, 2026. It is required by Washington state law that a waiver form be agreed upon by the employer and the union. This is PeaceHealth's waiver form that they countered with today. Unfortunately, PeaceHealth continues to refuse to allow the waiving of meal break timing requirements, meaning a nurse would need to take a lunch break in the first five hours of work.

WSNA is currently proposing the following more extensive waiver form. Our waiver form ensures nurses are aware of their rights and clearly delineates the waiver options given to nurses.

We have another bargaining session with PeaceHealth set for next Wednesday, Dec. 17. We hope we will be able to come to agreement with PeaceHealth on a form that meets the needs of all parties.

We have informed PeaceHealth that we want the status quo maintained if WSNA and PeaceHealth are unable to come to agreement by Jan. 1, 2026.

In solidarity,

Your WSNA Officers