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Posted Jan 30, 2026
What’s Happening with our Contract?
Our new contract was passed and is live as of January 9, 2026! Currently, our contract is being finalized between the two attorneys, ensuring that there are no gaps, errors, and it’s in tip top shape. Once this final review is completed, our bargaining teams from both parties will need to sign it. Once the signatures are completed, it will be posted on our union homepage for all of our members. If anyone has any questions about language they think is not being applied correctly, please contact our Nurse Rep right away!
Code of Conduct Update
We recently were notified that Pullman leadership is requiring our nurses to sign a code of conduct document. We are also aware that individual departments are putting out documents of staff expectations and commitment to my co-workers.
These documents have not been bargained with our union.
We have sent a letter to HR stating that we disagree with numerous provisions of these documents and we reserve our rights to file a grievance about any application of these that infringes on our nurse’s rights.
Upcoming Officer Elections
Union officer nominations are coming soon! Our local unit’s power comes from the involvement of nurses in our union. Elected WSNA Local Unit Officers are the foundation of our local unit that work in partnership with the WSNA Staff.
Currently, Amy Gifford and Katy Schmidt are serving as Vice Chair and Secretary. They have helped us decide on our local events including nurse’s week celebrations and harvest party festivals to recently sitting on our bargaining team. Feel free to ask either of them about their experiences!
If you’re interested in helping build our union in Pullman and support our nurses- watch for the nomination link coming in March!
Join Us April 26-28 at WSNA Leadership Convention!
Two years ago, we outgrew our space for the Union Leadership Conference, so this year we’re moving to the centrally located Wenatchee Convention Center, steps from the Columbia River.
This conference is your chance to hear the latest about the labor movement, build power together and recharge for the challenges ahead. We’re going to have a lot of fun leveling up our leadership skills, hearing from state and national labor leaders, and celebrating union nurses who really took the lead over the past two years.
Don’t miss this opportunity to join nurses from across Washington to swap stories, compare what’s working (and what’s not), and tackle shared challenges together.
Our union has 2 sponsorship slots available for nurses from Pullman to attend that will cover cost of registration, travel, and lodging. Sign up with your nurse rep!
Questions? Contact our WSNA Nurse Representative, Alle Machorro at amachorro@wsna.org
Previous updates
Our Contract is Ratified!
Jan 13, 2026
Vote Room Change
Jan 08, 2026
Let’s Vote Our New Contract!
Dec 30, 2025
We Reached a Tentative Agreement!
Dec 16, 2025
Day 5 Negotiation Update
Dec 08, 2025
Read This Negotiation Update!
Nov 13, 2025
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Resources and tools
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.
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.
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.