Posted Jul 11, 2022
Washington State remains in a Public Health Emergency. We do not know when this will be lifted. With COVID-19 cases continuing to rise working in health care remains a risk for contracting COVID-19. Presumptive Law RCW 51.32.185 offers protection from having to use your sick leave and PTO. It is important that you file an L&I claim. Payment begins from your first day of symptoms. Please review the fact sheet.
Presumptive Eligibility for Health Care Workers During a Public Health Emergency
New Information Provided by L&I:
Reclaiming PTO from the employer, once workers’ compensation is approved, is the employee’s responsibility.
If you have any difficulties in filing, please contact Travis Elmore Nelson, WSNA Nurse Representative, telmore@wsna.org, 206-575-7979 ext. 3117.