Today PeaceHealth informed WSNA of significant improvements to our health benefits beginning in 2026, and it is because of the power of nurses standing together.

Anesthesiologists, radiologists, and ED physicians providing services at PeaceHealth facilities will now be covered at the Tier One rate across all healthcare plans. This is not a gift from management; it is a direct result of the pressure we applied during negotiations and at the insurance forum. Winning a mid-contract improvement like this is a major achievement and a clear demonstration of our strength when we stand in solidarity.

We extend our gratitude to every nurse who shared stories, submitted billing documentation, and raised your voices for better healthcare. We also thank the nurses serving on the insurance forum for keeping up the fight and ensuring this issue stayed front and center.

Additional improvements include:

• A dedicated PeaceHealth care navigation team at Moda
• Customizable provider search tools to make finding care in your area easier

At the same time, PeaceHealth has indicated there will be a 5% increase in biweekly premiums (up to $10.91) and a 1% increase in dental and vision plans.

This win proves the importance of our ongoing advocacy. Together, we have the power to secure improvements during the life of the contract and to push even further at the bargaining table.

For questions about your benefits, please reach out to the employer through the appropriate channels.

In solidarity,
Robin Cully, Co-Chair
Laura Bayes, Co-Chair
Jenn Engelhart, Co-Secretary
Laura Sherwood, Co-Secretary
Tracy Pullar, Treasurer
Amber Pouley, Grievance Officer
Stacy Gaggia Libby, Grievance Officer
Ben McKee, Grievance Officer
Celeste Montoy-Seimears, Membership Officer
Tracy Taylor, Membership Officer
Kristin Malmo, Communications Officer
Kelly Carroll, Communications Officer
Errin Hull, Co-Occupational Health and Safety Officer
Jessica Moran, Co-Occupational Health and Safety Officer

WSNA Nurse Representative Jared Richardson, jrichardson@wsna.org