All hands on deck as we count down with just 5 days until our rally on September 27
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Seattle King County public health nurses ROCK!
Recall every action nurses have taken over the last 8 months? Our rally is the next step. The County MUST move toward our priority proposals to get to an agreement we can recommend to the membership. Retention of experienced public health nurses and recruitment for those who need to see a future for themselves at the County relies heavily on these negotiations. We can show our shared resolve to gain a strong, fair contract. We are steadfast and focused on our goal.
What to expect at the rally?
On Saturday, September 27, we assemble outside the Chinook building on the corner of 5th and Jefferson noon-2 pm.
Get your Public Health Nursing Strong WSNA T-shirt and show your union pride!
Speakers and conversations with your bargaining team.
Participants will receive public support petition QR codes and move out to distribute following the rally. Share them with everyone who cares for you and public health services!
Picture or video opportunities taken by WSNA to help inform the public about your work. They deserve to know what we are up against and what it means for the health and safety of King County residents.
Share our rally cheer. Bring a WSNA nurse peer, family, and friends!
Read our Op Ed and video shared with the public!
Follow the staff nurses on social media https://www.instagram.com/phskc_staffnurses/
Questions about this rally? Contact Nurse Rep Tara Barnes tbarnes@wsna.org
In solidarity,
Your bargaining team:
Elena Schensted Chair
Stephen Lee Vice chair
Evie Devera Secretary/Treasurer
Carolyn Clark Grievance officer
Tami Nesler Grievance officer
Kiesha Garcia-Stubbs Grievance officer
WSNA Nurse Rep Tara Barnes tbarnes@wsna.org