To inform nurses prior to your vote, we suggest that a review of your tentative agreement (TA) is a must read. The contract is a big document, so the TA summary provides brief descriptions of the changes. Please note that the wage tables are still being updated and will be available for viewing prior to the actual voting window following the information sessions. Some nurses have asked why they cannot yet see the 2028 and 2029 wage table. The reason is that the wage increases will be a narrow range which your team has negotiated. The percent will be determined prior to each January 1 and then applied when the consumer price index for Washington state is definitively known at the end of each prior year. Join us for info Sessions Tomorrow June 2 with 2 options (Virtual or In-person).

Come learn more about the TA that was reached.

Your Bargaining Team recommends a ‘YES’ vote.

Join us on June 2 to hear about the details of the TA and to ask any questions that you have. As the WSNA nurses know very well, this has been a long round of bargaining and there is a lot to discuss. Take a moment to read the TA Summary and then come with your questions to better understand the TA presented.

Virtual and In-person Information Sessions (June 2)

When: June 2 (Tuesday) at 11 am and 7 pm (these will be 1-hour sessions)

Where: WSNA Office 575 Andover Park West Suite 101 in Tukwila. You may also join virtually by Microsoft Teams or by phone.
Microsoft Teams meeting Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/22127709853643?p=vNwE19od0bneKQX4xT
Meeting ID: 221 277 098 536 43
Passcode: E3gW3zG3
Dial in by phone +1 206-485-2614,,940996532# United States, 
Seattle (888) 313-0615,,940996532# United States (Toll-free) Find a local number
Phone conference ID: 940 996 532#

Who: All WSNA staff nurses covered by your union contract are welcome to join information sessions. Only WSNA members in good standing are eligible to cast a vote on the contract.

Why: This is your opportunity to vote on your TA. Make no mistake, this was only possible to achieve through your unwavering collective power and perseverance!

VOTING will begin Tuesday June 2 at 8 pm and ends on Wednesday June 3 at 8 pm

You can review it ahead of time by clicking on the link

Electronic Ratification Vote – A Brand-New Opportunity

For the first time ever, you will be able to vote electronically for your WSNA Contract. This makes voting quick, easy and accessible for members. Voting will begin June 2 (Tuesday) at 8 pm and end on June 3 (Wednesday) at 8 pm.

Here’s what you need to know:

• Voting will take place electronically via Election Buddy. You will receive a unique ballot link sent to your email at the start of the voting period. The voting period will be from June 2 (Tuesday) at 8 pm to June 3 (Wednesday) at 8 pm.
• Please ensure your email is up to date using this link:
  • https://www.wsna.org/membership/update-info
• A valid and updated email address is the only way to receive your ballot.
• When voting starts, please check your inbox as well as your spam or junk folder. Each link is individualized and can only be used once. If you do not receive a link or have any difficulty or further questions, reach out to WSNA Nurse Rep Tara Barnes tbarnes@wsna.org .
• To vote, you must be a member in good standing. If you are not a member, you can join via the online membership application here:  
• https://wsnaonlineapplicationportalwsnaprod.powerappsportals.com/

Updates

1. We will have Local Unit Officer nominations and elections following ratification of the contract. Only WSNA members are eligible to be nominated for and hold an officer position.  Nurses will receive a communication later this month to nominate a peer or themselves 😊.
2. Make sure you check out your WSNA webpage with a new look and functionality to support navigation and use by the nurses https://www.wsna.org/union/seattle-king-county-health-dept-staff Access it anytime from your chosen device.

Questions? Contact your Bargaining Team or WSNA Nurse Rep Tara Barnes tbarnes@wsna.org